Manager Operations / Plant Manager (Creoptix)

Creoptix is an innovative, fast-growing brand of Malvern Panalytical located in Wädenswil near Zurich (Switzerland). We are a leading supplier of molecular interaction analysis systems. Our instruments are used in life science research labs within academia and industry. The devices we build enable scientists to get better data, quicker. By working for us, you help bringing new therapeutics faster to those in need.

To strengthen our team, we are looking for you as :

ROLE : OPERATIONS & SITE MANAGER

REPORTING TO : Global Director Manufacturing

From table top till floor standing, our analytical systems and solutions help the world’s top researchers do ground-breaking work on the small things that make big things possible. We’re after enquiring minds, imaginative thinkers, and proud geeks. Those who are irresistibly drawn to hard problems others can’t crack. Those who are always thinking ‘…’. Does this sound like you? Then read on….

What’s the job?

In this role you will be responsible for our Operations location in Wädenswil. You will join the Global Operations team, and report directly into the Global Operations Director.

In this role you will also be the Plant Manager of our facility in Wädenswil. A broad position in which you will work together with different managers within operations.

What are your responsibilities?

• Develop the operations strategy for own entity, based on set company goals and deliver input for the formulation of the strategy one level higher.
• Develop the operations year plan & budget for own entity, set up production plan and acquire approval.
• Translate the monthly SIOP (Sales Inventory Operations Planning) into operational production goals (Supply).
• Steer the execution of activities within own entity, monitor realization progress and if necessary, take corrective actions.
• Optimize operations, monitored through Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory and Productivity measurements in a high-tech environment.
• Deliver Quality in processes and products, always and all the time.
• Drive process efficiency through Continuous Improvement (LEAN) within the company.
• Promote and implement the use of (quality) improvement tools (8D, 6S, GEMBA etc.).
• Lead and / or facilitate specific projects.
• Provide insights regarding quantitative and qualitative developments by means of periodical and / or ad hoc reports and analyses and present corrective action plans if necessary.
• Manage, develop, appraise and staff one’s own entity.
• Make sure that right skills in manufacturing and supply chain are available or developed.
• Build and maintain a network of in- and external stakeholders / partners.
• Formulates and aligns strategy for own processes in relation with other related business processes.
• Initiates and manages continuous improvement in own process.
• Manage staff of the business unit.
• Impact on Organization business performance with process added value of 10-50 MGBP.
• Independently execute strategy aligned to the lead of Global Director Operations.
• Oversees and integrates multiple interrelated processes with a high level of complexity within own entity and in coordination with associated business functions (e.g. sales).
• Operational processes and products are complex, heterogeneous and subject to frequent innovation.
• Works closely with the Sales organizations, Procurement, R&D, CI and Quality Compliance as part of the SIOP, NVI (New Value Innovation), QHES, Continuous Improvement and compliance processes.

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About us

When you make the invisible visible, the impossible is possible.

Our analytical systems and services help our customers to create a better world. Through chemical, physical and structural analysis of materials, they improve everything from the energies that power us and the materials we build with, to the medicines that cure us and the foods we enjoy. We partner with many of the world’s biggest companies, universities and research organizations. They value us not only for the power of our solutions, but also for the depth of our expertise, collaboration and integrity.

With over 2200 employees, we serve the world, and we are part of Spectris plc, the world’s leading precision measurements group.

We are Malvern Panalytical. We’re big on small™.

Malvern Panalytical is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are dedicated in providing a safe and healthy working environment where employees succeed. We prohibit discrimination and harassment against staff and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, nationality, ethnicity, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, disability, religion, age or belief.

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Together we are a powerful and highly complementary combination of market leading technologies.

We are the toolmakers for the world's most innovative companies, academic institutions, and government laboratories. We are their partners in discovery.

Malvern Panalytical instruments analyze the chemical, physical and structural nature of materials, from proteins to polymers and semiconductors to minerals. Our leading technologies measure particle size, shape, concentration and zeta potential, biomolecular interactions and stability, elemental concentrations and crystallographic structure.

Micromeritics manufactures systems for the characterization of particles, powders, and porous materials for a wide- range of end markets including catalysts, chemicals, building materials, clean-tech and battery. Our leading technologies measure surface area, porosity, density, adsorption and particle activity.

SciAps specializes in portable X-ray fluorescence (XRF), laser-based (LIBS) and near-infrared (NIR) analyzers to measure any element in any environment. SciAps is the Center of Excellence for our handheld instruments.

We have a global footprint with R&D and manufacturing sites in North America, Europe, and Asia.

We are more than 2,500 employees in a customer-focused organization with sales and service offices in 20 countries, all committed to delivering expert and responsive customer support.

Part of Spectris plc, a publicly traded FTSE 250 company, Spectris combines precision with purpose, delivering progress for a more sustainable world. Precision is at the heart of what we do – our leading, high-tech instruments and software equip our customers to solve some of their greatest challenges to make the world cleaner, healthier and more productive.

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Malvern Panalytical, Micromeritics and SciAps, part of the Spectris Group, are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive and achieve a fulfilling career. Changing the world isn’t something you can do on your own, or with a single way of thinking; it takes a wide collection of experiences, stories, knowledge, and expertise. We encourage applications from underrepresented individuals and people with diverse backgrounds. Although we always select the most qualified applicant for each role and make all decisions without regard to race, sex, age, or any other protected class, we are an inclusive, equal opportunity organization that prizes diversity. Your unique perspective is important to us.