Manufacturing Process Analyst (m/f/d)

Role Overview

Join the Manufacturing Science & Technology (MSAT) team, the global enabling function of the Sensors & Cartridges network. Based in Rotkreuz, this role supports the entire product lifecycle for blood gas, electrolytes, and sequencing products, from early concept and design transfer into routine manufacturing to sustainable product care. Working within an agile, cross-functional framework of Squads and Chapters, you will combine domain expertise, data-driven insights, and digital technologies to tackle complex challenges. The team fosters continuous learning and systems thinking, guided by core values of Courage, Transparency, Open-Mindedness, and a Can-Do Attitude.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify & Solve Gaps: Analyze production processes to uncover limitations, root causes, and risks in process robustness, control strategy, and equipment.
• Drive Improvements: Develop and implement actionable solutions, ranging from digital tools and new technologies to equipment upgrades and workflow enhancements.
• Control Strategies & Data: Monitor production KPIs, detect early deviations using control loops, and implement impactful in-process quality controls.
• Testing & Ramp-up: Plan and execute Design of Experiments (DoE) across lab and manufacturing environments, supporting the scale-up of new production lines.
• Shop-Floor Collaboration: Partner closely with shop-floor teams, technicians, and cross-functional stakeholders to align practical reality with engineering solutions.
• Compliance & Documentation: Create and maintain robust process documentation, change records, and work instructions in line with GxP standards.

Required Qualifications

• Educational background in Engineering (Mechanical, Mechatronics, Automation, Electrical, Micro/Precision Engineering), Physics, Materials Science, or equivalent practical experience.
• Technical experience and a practical background in complex automated production, robotics, high-precision assembly, dispensing, joining technologies, or delicate component handling.
• Industry experience across various sectors such as medical devices, semiconductors, precision mechanics, automotive, watchmaking, or machinery; experience in regulated environments is a plus.
• A shop-floor and GxP mindset: pragmatic and approachable on the production floor, with a clear commitment to structured technical documentation within a GxP environment (training provided).
• Data and digital skills, including practical ability in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, R) or working with modern digital tools/AI workflows.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with an open-minded approach to engage seamlessly with shop-floor technicians, ask probing questions, and clearly convey analytical insights to cross-functional lead engineers.
• An agile mindset, with experience or enthusiasm for agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, PI planning) and cross-functional collaboration.
• Professional fluency in English and German at B2 level or higher.
• Hepatitis vaccination required for laboratory and clean production access.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with continuous improvement / Lean Six Sigma methods (SIPOC, value stream mapping, root-cause toolkits).
• Experience in advanced statistical analysis, database queries (SQL, Snowflake), or digital manufacturing projects.