Head of Human Resources (m/f) 100%

18 February 2026
100%
Permanent position
Hettlingen CH

Job summary

Ophtapharm AG is a certified manufacturer in ophthalmics, producing high-quality eye care products. Join a dynamic team focused on innovation and growth.

Tasks

Lead the Human Resources department and manage a team effectively.
Oversee the entire HR lifecycle, including payroll and compliance.
Guide and coach leaders on HR-related topics and development.

Skills

Experience in HR with a solid educational background in the field.
Strong communication skills in both German and English.
Proficient in HR systems and MS Office applications.

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About the job

Ophtapharm AG is an FDA/EU-GMP certified manufacturer in the pharmaceutical sector (ophthalmics). 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.

Head of Human Resources (m/f) 100%

Do you have a passion for leadership, organizational development, and the sustainable design of modern HR work?

As Head of Human Resources, you take on a central leadership role and are responsible for the strategic and operational development of the entire HR area. You lead your team with foresight and professionalism and actively shape HR work at the site leadership team level.

Your tasks

In this versatile and responsible position, you will take on:

• The personnel and professional leadership of the Human Resources department as well as the secretariat/reception with up to five employees

• Ensuring the entire HR lifecycle together with your team, including payroll

• Advising, supporting, and coaching line managers and employees on all HR-relevant issues as well as leadership and development topics

• The continuous development and digitization of HR processes as well as ensuring efficient organization while adhering to defined standards

• Preparing the monthly reporting including HR reporting to the group

• Ensuring timely international HR management, including visa processes and international payroll

• Responsibility for the personnel budget as well as active participation in the local site leadership team

Your profile

To successfully master this exciting challenge, you bring the following:

• A solid basic education with appropriate further training in the HR field as well as proven experience in a comparable function

• Additional training in coaching, leadership, change management, or case management is a great advantage

• Very good knowledge of Swiss labor law as well as Swiss social insurances and their confident application in practice

• Fluent communication in German and English – both spoken and written

• A high IT affinity as well as solid knowledge of MS Office and HR systems such as ABACUS

• Several years >10 years, broad-based professional experience in a similar function, ideally in an SME or production environment with GMP experience

• Strong communication skills as well as a motivating, well-organized leadership personality who keeps a cool head even in demanding situations

• A structured, goal-oriented, and flexible personality

Your benefits

At Ophtapharm AG, you have the opportunity to actively shape the further development of our company and work in a team-oriented, innovation-friendly environment.

Have we sparked your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your complete application documents including CV and relevant certificates via the application button below.

Please note that applications via recruitment agencies will not be considered.

Do you have questions?
HR Hettlingen, Human Resources, will be happy to answer them. Tel: +41 52 304 13 23.

Head of Human Resources (m/f) 100%

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Head of Human Resources (m/f) 100%

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