Manager Quality Control

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.

You lead and develop the Quality Control department of a sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing site and ensure reliable, compliant, and timely analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products. Together with your team, you drive quality, laboratory performance, continuous improvement, and inspection readiness in a highly regulated GMP environment.

To strengthen our Quality organization, we are looking for a hands‑on, quality-focused and people-oriented leader to join us at our site in Hettlingen near Winterthur as Manager Quality Control (80–100%), starting as soon as possible or by agreement.

• Lead and develop the QC department, including Analytical Chemistry, in close collaboration with Microbiology and In-Process Control
• Ensure GMP-compliant testing and release of raw materials, in-process samples and finished products
• Drive laboratory performance, continuous improvement, digitalization and data integrity
• Lead investigations, CAPAs and inspection readiness activities
• Manage, coach and develop the QC team

• Degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy or a related Life Sciences discipline
• Several years of experience in pharmaceutical Quality Control, including leadership responsibility in a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment
• Strong analytical expertise, including HPLC and laboratory investigations
• Sound knowledge of GMP requirements and experience supporting regulatory inspections and audits
• Fluent in German and English

• A visible leadership role with responsibility for Quality Control at an FDA/EU-GMP certified manufacturing site
• The opportunity to shape laboratory performance, processes and continuous improvement initiatives
• Direct interaction with health authorities, customer audits and senior leadership
• A broad role combining people leadership, compliance and operational excellence
• A lean organization with short communication lines, fast decisions and visible impact