Senior QC Lab Technician (m/f) 100 %

19 February 2026
100%
Permanent position
Hettlingen CH

Job summary

Ophtapharm AG is an FDA/EU-GMP certified producer of ophthalmic products. Join a dynamic team in Hettlingen with development opportunities and a friendly culture.

Tasks

Conduct timely release analytics for raw materials and products.
Organize and perform analytical tests for deviation investigations.
Initiate and document lab-related deviations and CAPAs.

Skills

Completed chemistry vocational training or degree with GMP experience.
Strong knowledge of various analytical methods and documentation.
Excellent German and good English communication skills.

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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.

Senior QC Lab Technician (m/f) 100 %

To strengthen our team in Hettlingen, we are looking for a

Your tasks

Timely execution of release analytics of raw materials, media (water), intermediate products, bulk goods, and finished products
Application of pharmacopoeia monographs
Organization and execution of analytical tests in the context of deviation investigations, troubleshooting, and preparation of changes
Initiation, processing, and GMP-compliant documentation of lab-related deviations, OOS measures, and CAPAs
Creation, maintenance, and updating of group-specific SOPs, e.g., for analytical instruments
Independent execution of qualification/requalification of laboratory equipment/laboratory systems including GMP-compliant documentation
Independent handling of complex, extensive topics and preparation of final reports

Your profile

Completed vocational training as a chemical laboratory technician or degree as a chemical engineer with several years of experience in the GMP/regulatory environment
Solid knowledge of various analytical methods
Advanced practical user experience and knowledge in instrumental analytics (titration, UV-VIS, GC, IR, HPLC, dissolution)
Confident in good documentation practice
Ability to present extensive results in written report form
Proficient MS Office skills
Very good German skills and good English skills in spoken and written form
Precise and independent working style
Flexibility, teamwork, and communication

Your benefits

Dynamic environment with development opportunities
Possibility of partial home office (depending on function)
In our uncomplicated company culture, we clearly prefer the "du" (informal you) over the "Sie" (formal you)
Free parking spaces and public transport connections within walking distance

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.