Production Manager

About the job

SANITIZED AG develops technologies for odour regulation in textiles as well as for the protection of colours, coatings and polymer materials. For over 90 years, we have been developing innovative solutions in Switzerland that are now used by customers worldwide.

In the development of our technologies, people and the environment are at the centre. Our solutions help to keep textiles fresh for longer and protect materials from ageing and damage. In this way, we support our customers in sustainably maintaining the quality and performance of their products. We use active substances in a targeted and responsible manner and continuously improve our own environmental performance. The basis for this is our environmental management system certified according to ISO 14001, with which we systematically pursue and further develop our environmental goals.

To complement our local supply chain team at the headquarters in Switzerland, we are looking for a Production Manager (100%) to start immediately or by arrangement.

Production Manager (100%)

You are responsible for the operational management of our production in close cooperation with several international contract manufacturers. With your understanding of chemical manufacturing processes, you ensure efficient production workflows, high data quality in the ERP system, reliable deadlines and smooth collaboration of all internal and external partners.

What to expect:

• Planning, coordination and monitoring of production at international contract manufacturers

• Ensuring timely, efficient and quality-compliant production taking into account capacities, material availability and delivery dates

• Ensuring complete, correct and up-to-date production-relevant master data in the ERP system, such as raw material data, batch numbers, stock levels and order data

• Close cooperation with internal departments such as purchasing, order processing, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, R&D and sales as well as with production partners worldwide

• Technical assessment, support and continuous improvement of chemical manufacturing processes (especially mixing, dispersing, filtration, milling and filling processes) together with our contract manufacturers

• Support in compliance with relevant quality, safety and regulatory requirements of the chemical industry, including conducting local audits

• Active handling of production deviations, schedule changes and operational challenges

What you bring:

• Education in chemistry, process engineering, production engineering or comparable qualification

• Professional experience in chemical production, production planning or production control

• Experience in working with external production partners or contract manufacturers is a plus

• Very good knowledge in the use of ERP systems, strong understanding of master data management and production processes

• Strong organisational skills, initiative and a solution-oriented approach

• Strong communication skills and enjoyment in working with various internal and external stakeholders in an international environment

• Very good German and English skills, both spoken and written

You can expect a varied and responsible role with scope for creativity in an internationally active, dynamic Swiss SME.

Have we piqued your interest? Please send your complete application documents to: Judith Burri, Human Capital Manager