Muttenz (with Canteen)
Equipment Operator (m/f/d)
- 30 June 2026
- 100%
- Muttenz (with Canteen)
About the job
Summary
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Location: Muttenz, Switzerland
Relocation support: This position is based in Muttenz, Switzerland. Novartis cannot offer relocation support – please only apply if the location is easily accessible for you.
Shift work: 6/4 shift model
Would you like to actively contribute to the reliable and highest quality production of life-changing medicines? As an Equipment Operator at Novartis, you are an essential part of our production team and contribute daily to ensuring our products are manufactured safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards. If you enjoy practical work, taking responsibility, and being part of a committed team in a dynamic environment, we look forward to your application.
About the Role
Main tasks:
- Carrying out manufacturing activities according to the production plan and quality requirements
- Careful and timely review of batch documentation
- Cleaning, preparation, and disinfection of production equipment and premises
- Performing sampling, aliquoting, and in-process controls
- Monitoring equipment function and early detection of deviations
- Reporting malfunctions and irregularities to the responsible departments
- Compliance with quality, safety, and environmental regulations in daily production
Minimum requirements:
- Experience in a chemical or pharmaceutical environment or relevant training, ideally as a chemical and pharmaceutical technologist
- Very good understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice is essential
- Technical understanding and ability to work independently and reliably according to instructions
- Experience with process control systems, ideally DeltaV (Emerson) or Siemens control systems
- Careful, structured, and quality-conscious working style with high personal responsibility
- Fluent German skills and basic English skills
Desirable requirements:
- Confident use of Microsoft Office and process control systems
Benefits & Services
Read our handbook to learn how we support your personal and professional development: https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards
Our commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion
Novartis is committed to an outstanding, inclusive working environment and diverse teams that reflect the patients and communities we serve.
Accessibility and support in the application process:
If you require special support during the recruitment process due to illness or disability and/or would like more detailed information about the essential functions of the position, please send an email to diversity.inclusion_ch@novartis.com and provide details of your request and your contact information. Please do not forget to include the reference number of the job posting.
Why Novartis: Supporting people with diseases and their families requires more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, dedicated people like you. People who collaborate, support and inspire each other. Together we achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Are you ready to shape a better future with us? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture
Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture
Benefits and Rewards: Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally: https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards
Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture
Benefits and Rewards: Learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally.
Read our handbook (PDF 30 MB)
