Production Lead (m/f/d)

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Novartis is seeking a Production Lead (m/f/d) for its Halle (Saale) site, where the company develops and manufactures innovative therapies. The role oversees a multi‑product line, ensuring timely batch release and adherence to GMP standards. The leader will manage operators and technicians, organise shift schedules, and serve as the main liaison for quality, engineering and supply‑chain teams. Daily duties include monitoring production performance, driving continuous improvement, and applying data‑based decisions to boost process efficiency. The position requires a pharmaceutical engineering degree, at least five years of regulated‑environment manufacturing experience, strong leadership, Lean/Six‑Sigma expertise, fluency in German and English, and hands‑on process‑validation knowledge. It offers a chance to influence production excellence within a global collaborative, dynamic science‑driven culture. What the role asks for: - Degree in pharmaceutical engineering or related field - Minimum 5 years manufacturing experience in regulated environment - Demonstrated leadership of cross‑functional teams - Experience implementing Lean or Six‑Sigma methodologies - Fluent German (professional level) - Fluent English (professional level) - Practical knowledge of process validation - Ability to make data‑driven decisions