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In billions of syringes and in every second car worldwide, Datwyler components make an important contribution to the safety of patients and drivers. The high-tech company focuses on high-quality, system-critical elastomer components and holds leading positions in attractive global markets such as healthcare, mobility, connectivity, general industry and food & beverage. With over 25 production sites on four continents, sales in more than 100 countries and over 8,000 employees, the company, headquartered in Switzerland, generates annual sales of more than CHF 1,000 million.

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Summary/Objective 

We are looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented role that supports daily manufacturing operations and executes validation activities across multiple departments. This position combines direct process support with hands-on validation responsibilities to ensure stable production, process efficiency, and compliance within a controlled clean room manufacturing environment.

Essential Functions

• Provides day-to-day process support to manufacturing operations, troubleshooting equipment and process issues to maintain stable production.
• Executes validation activities for processes, equipment, and systems, including hands-on execution of protocols, trial runs, and data collection.
• Collaborates with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams to support existing processes and assist with the introduction of new equipment and manufacturing methods.
• Assists in collecting process data to identify trends, support root cause investigations, and assist with continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provides first line equipment troubleshooting as needed.
• Supports and execute process optimization and continuous improvement projects.
• Performs hands-on setup, testing, and documentation of validation activities to ensure alignment with project and production timelines.
• Assists in drafting and revising work instructions, procedures, and manufacturing documentation.
• Completes assigned tasks efficiently and on time; organize work effectively, set priorities appropriately, and meet productivity standards.
• Supports change control implementation and ensure proper execution on the production floor.
• Demonstrates initiative and accountability; adapt to changes in tasks, team structure, or workplace needs; follow through on commitments and responsibilities.
• Participates in department and quality team meetings; propose and support the implementation of process improvements.
• Supports process engineers and project engineers with equipment setup, reliability improvements, and process development activities.
• Contributes to and support continuous improvement activities and initiatives across the organization.
• Assists with training production personnel on new or updated processes as required.

Required Education and Experience

• 2-5 years of experience in a manufacturing, process support, or validation execution role
• Strong problem-solving skills and hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment and systems.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in a cross-functional team environment

Preferred Education and Experience

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or related technical field preferred; Equivalent technical training or relevant experience considered
• Experience working in a clean room or controlled manufacturing environment preferred
• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with production equipment and automation systems

Be yourself at Datwyler

We are convinced that people make the difference. At Datwyler, you will experience diversity and a wide range of career opportunities that only an international company can provide. Together, we are increasing our agility, accelerating digitalization and fostering sustainability. For motivated and talented employees, we offer interesting development opportunities with training and assignments in a global environment. With us, you can contribute with all of your creativity and all your ideas.

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