Ophtapharm, a Sentiss Company

Quality Investigations Lead (Sterile Products) – 80-100%

Ophtapharm, a Sentiss Company  •  Kanton Zürich, CH (Onsite)  •  11 days ago
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Job Description

Ophtapharm AG is an FDA/EU-GMP certified manufacturer in the pharmaceutical sector (ophthalmic products). At our production site in Hettlingen near Winterthur, high-quality products such as eye drops, ointments, and gels are aseptically produced, filled, and packaged for international markets.

Quality Investigations Lead (Sterile Products) – 80-100%

You play a central role in ensuring quality and compliance for sterile ophthalmic products in a highly regulated GMP environment. Acting as a key interface across QA, Manufacturing, and Regulatory Affairs, you drive investigations and ensure sustainable solutions.

We are looking for an analytical and solution-oriented professional to join our team as Quality Investigations Lead (80–100%) near Winterthur.

Your Role
  • Lead and coordinate deviation and complaint investigations in a sterile GMP environment
  • Identify root causes and drive effective, sustainable CAPAs
  • Ensure timely, compliant documentation of all investigations
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with QA, Manufacturing, and Regulatory Affairs
  • Monitor trends and improve investigation processes and quality standards
Your Profile
  • Degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Chemistry, or a related field
  • 5+ years’ experience in quality investigations within sterile GMP manufacturing
  • Strong knowledge of GMP and FDA requirements for sterile products
  • Proven expertise in root cause analysis and CAPA management
  • Fluent in English and German
What you can expect
  • Real ownership and the opportunity to shape how investigations are run and improved
  • A company on a journey where change is real and your impact is visible
  • Direct access to decision-makers and cross-functional influence
  • A committed team that takes responsibility and works through challenges together
  • Flexible working conditions and a solid, dependable employment package

For recruitment agencies:
Thank you for your interest. We are not engaging external support for this role.
Do you have any questions?
Our HR team is happy to assist you. Tel: +41 52 304 13 23.

Ophtapharm, a Sentiss Company

About Ophtapharm, a Sentiss Company

As an established pharmaceutical niche company, we are pursuing the goal of improving the lives of patients with our products in the field of ophthalmologic products.

With over 40 years of experience in sterile manufacturing, we produce a wide range of products in liquid and semi-solid dosage forms at our Hettlingen and Winterthur sites.

Industry
Chemicals & Materials
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Hettlingen, CH
Year Founded
1984
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