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.

Supervisor Microbiology - Environmental Monitoring and Hygiene (80-100%)

Microbiological quality is a critical success factor in our aseptic manufacturing environment. In this role, you will lead our Environmental Monitoring & Hygiene team and drive environmental monitoring, hygiene oversight, contamination control and GMP compliance across the site.

For our production site near Winterthur, we are looking for a Supervisor Environmental Monitoring & Hygiene to join us as soon as possible or by agreement.

Your Impact

• Lead and develop the Environmental Monitoring & Hygiene team and foster microbiological excellence across the site.
• Oversee environmental monitoring activities, data trending, microbiological investigations, and contamination control measures.
• Ensure site-wide hygiene and aseptic standards through training, guidance, compliance monitoring, and media fill oversight.
• Support GMP compliance through risk assessments, deviations, CAPAs, and change control activities.
• Provide microbiological expertise and support for site projects, process improvements, and CAPEX initiatives.

Your Profile

• Degree in Microbiology, Biology, Biotechnology, or a related life sciences discipline.
• Experience in environmental monitoring, microbiological quality control, or aseptic manufacturing in a GMP-regulated environment.
• Sound understanding of microbiological processes, hygiene concepts, and cleanroom operations.
• Experience investigating microbiological deviations and supporting CAPAs and change controls.
• Fluent in German and comfortable working in English

What you can expect

• Lead a highly specialized microbiology team in an FDA/EU-GMP regulated environment.
• Shape microbiological quality standards for life-changing ophthalmic products.
• Drive continuous improvement in aseptic manufacturing and contamination control.
• Enjoy short decision paths and direct visibility to senior leadership.
• Flexible working conditions and attractive employment benefits, including an excellent pension scheme.

Do you have any questions?

Our HR team is happy to assist you. Tel: +41 52 304 13 23.

For recruitment agencies:

Thank you for your interest. We are not engaging external support for this role.