Head of Manufacturing & Maintenance (m/f/d)

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Bayer is looking for a Head of Manufacturing & Maintenance (m/f/d) to lead a cross-functional team of process experts, operators and technicians (~70 FTE) at the Grenzach-Wyhlen, Germany site. You will own non sterile and sterile production and aseptic fill operations, ensure reliable facility operations, maintenance programs and lifecycle assurance, and drive cross-functional product portfolio expansion and global technology transfers while upholding GMP, SOPs and HSE. The role emphasizes operational excellence, planning, automation and digitalization through Factory of the Future initiatives, and leadership as a VACC Coach. To apply, tailor your resume to show large-team leadership in pharma, proven process improvements, and fluency in English and German, with examples of compliance, matrix collaboration, and successful tech transfers.

At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where ,Health for all, Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

Head of Manufacturing & Maintenance (m/f/d) 

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• As a Site Leadership Team Member, the function leads a cross-functional team of Process Experts, Operators, and Technicians, ensuring efficient manufacturing processes (~ 70 FTE in total)
• Accountable for oversight of both non‑sterile and sterile production and aseptic fill operations, owning the operation of production and infrastructure assets and guaranteeing robust maintenance and lifecycle assurance
• Responsibility for the delivery of reliable facility operations, technical services, utilities, maintenance programs, and site infrastructure.
• Drive cross‑functional coordination for product portfolio expansion and global technology transfers, aligning R&D, manufacturing, quality and commercial teams
• Ensure all processes are completed on time, continuously improving in quality and efficiency, and strictly adhering to GMPs, SOPs, HSE, and applicable guidelines.
• Optimize operational efficiency through careful planning, continuous improvement programs, and efficient practices. Support Factory of the Future and Product Supply System initiatives to increase automation and digitalization capabilities.
• The position actively engages in the strategic design and ongoing development of both the site and the area, implementing improvements and measuring impact.
• Act as a VACC Leader to develop and guide teams through structured coaching, mentoring and performance enablement.

WHO YOU ARE

• A degree in life science, engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience in production / engineering in the pharmaceutical industry
• Experience in Quality, formulation processes and/ or tech transfers is a plus
• Strong understanding of SHE, GMP and compliant engineering environments.
• Proven experience leading large teams,
• Proven experience in process improvement, operational excellence, and change management.
• Demonstrated people leadership and team management skills, experience working effectively in complex matrix organizations
• Proficiency in English and German

YOUR APPLICATION

This is your opportunity to tackle the world’s biggest challenges with us: Maintaining our health, feeding growing populations and slowing the rate of climate change. You have a voice, ideas and perspectives and we want to hear them. Because our success begins with you. Be part of something big. Be Bayer.

Bayer welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, union membership, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.
 

Location:           ​​ ​   Germany : Baden-Württemberg : Grenzach-Wyhlen​

​​Division: ​               Consumer Health​

Reference Code:  861068​