TH Daniels Global Executive Search & Selection works globally with an established portfolio of clients, providing best-in-class Executive Search results.
We have partnered with a leading biotechnology and fermentation-based ingredients manufacturer to recruit for a Plant Manager, Switzerland (On-Site). This senior operations role is responsible for overseeing end-to-end plant operations, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient production of high-value fermentation-derived products.
As Plant Manager, you will lead manufacturing, quality, engineering, and supply chain functions, while driving operational excellence, continuous improvement, and scalable growth within a highly regulated environment.
Key Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Bioprocess Engineering, or related discipline; advanced degree preferred.
- 10+ years of manufacturing leadership experience within fermentation, biotech, pharmaceuticals, enzymes, or bio-based ingredients.
- Strong expertise in industrial fermentation processes, downstream processing, and scale-up.
- Deep understanding of GMP, safety, and regulatory compliance within regulated manufacturing environments.
- Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary plant teams and managing complex production operations.
- Strong leadership, communication, and continuous improvement mindset.
Responsibilities:
- Lead all plant operations, including fermentation, downstream processing, quality, maintenance, and supply chain.
- Ensure safe, compliant, and efficient production aligned with quality and regulatory standards.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance yield, productivity, and cost performance.
- Oversee capacity planning, equipment upgrades, and capital investment projects.
- Partner with R&D and process engineering teams to support scale-up and technology transfer.
- Develop and lead a high-performing site leadership team while fostering a strong safety culture.
If you are an experienced plant leader with deep fermentation expertise and a passion for operational excellence, we encourage you to explore this impactful opportunity.
📩 Please contact [email protected] for more information.
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