Senior Consultant Hygiene Projects (6939)

Senior Consultant – Hygiene Projects – 6939 – ADA

 

Our client, a global market leader in the production and process support of active pharmaceutical ingredients, both in the chemical and biotechnology sectors, is recruiting for a Senior Consultant – Hygiene Projects for a contract until 31^st March 2027. This is a hybrid role based with 2-3 days onsite presence required in Visp, Switzerland.

 

Main Responsibilities:

 

·      Ensure the effective implementation and continuous improvement of hygiene standards at the site

·      Act as an interface and key link between all departments involved in contamination control, including Production, QA, Monitoring, Engineering and EHS

·      Plan, lead and execute hygiene projects in the areas of material transfer, gowning, cleaning, disinfection and cleanroom behavior

·      Take responsibility for planning, coordinating, and performing Cleanroom Performance Qualifications (PQs) in compliance with GMP and site requirements

·      Prepare, maintain and update hygiene-related documentation in accordance with GMP standards

·      Investigate deviations within hygiene and environmental monitoring processes, perform root cause analyses, define and track CAPAs

·      Initiate and own related change requests (CRs)

·      Manage and execute deviation investigations and ensure timely closure in compliance with quality system requirements

·      Identify and implement improvement measures to harmonize and standardize hygiene processes across different production areas

·      Prepare and represent hygiene topics during internal and external audits as well as inspections by authorities and customers

·      Develop and deliver targeted training programs to strengthen hygiene awareness, and consistent hygiene standards across the site

 

Qualifications and Experience:

·      Relevant working/residency permit or Swiss/EU-Citizenship required

·      Degree or vocational education in a scientific discipline such as Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Technology, Pharmacy, Bioprocess Engineering, or equivalent

·      Professional experience in a GMP-regulated environment, ideally in contamination control, cleanroom hygiene, or quality management

·      Strong knowledge of GMP regulations and experience in preparing and maintaining GMP documentation (SOPs, CAPAs, deviations, change controls)

·      Excellent command of English, both written and spoken; good German skills are an advantage

·      Analytical mindset with a structured and solution-oriented approach

·      Strong communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary team

·      Independent, committed and responsible personality with a high level of quality awareness