Production Lead (m/f/d)

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Job Description Summary

Location: Halle (Saale), Germany

Want to lead a production team where quality, safety and reliable delivery make a real difference? As Production Lead (m/f/d), you will lead the radiopharmaceutical production team in Halle to manufacture and deliver high-quality, affordable products safely, efficiently and on time, every time. You will also drive the manufacturing unit’s operational excellence journey, improving performance, productivity and quality to strengthen the site’s competitiveness.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing capabilities across the radiopharmaceutical production site.
• Set clear objectives and shape the vision for the production unit.
• Lead team development, training, succession planning and career progression.
• Serve as the key contact for site leadership, Engineering and Manufacturing Science and Technology functions.
• Monitor performance and report relevant key performance indicators to the Site Head.
• Drive financial performance, process excellence and effective management of people, equipment and facilities.
• Allocate capital expenditure, operating expenditure, staffing and other resources efficiently.
• Maintain a strong shop-floor presence and align resources with production plans and workload.
• Review production schedules, anticipating risks, constraints and opportunities.
• Ensure compliance while strengthening safety and quality culture across the manufacturing unit.

Essential Requirements

• Degree in engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry or another relevant scientific or technical field.
• Approximately 10 years of strong manufacturing experience within the pharmaceutical industry, with hands-on experience in a production environment and strong Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) knowledge.
• Proven experience leading a production team or unit, including direct people management and development responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of safety, quality and compliance requirements within a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Resilient and adaptable leader with the ability to make timely decisions, manage changing operational priorities and collaborate effectively across a global supply network.
• Fluent German and English.

Benefits & Rewards

At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.

Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: € 78,200 to € 117,200

The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.

In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.

The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.

Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics.

Read our brochure to learn more about our global total rewards offering: https://www.novartis.com/sites/novartis_com/files/novartis-life-handbook.pdf

Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable. A full overview of your compensation package, including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity, will be communicated separately to you during the application process.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Skills Desired