Manufacturing Process Analyst / Engineer

About the role

ELAN Personal AG, acting on behalf of its long-standing client Roche Diagnostics International AG in Rotkreuz, is recruiting a Manufacturing Process Analyst / Engineer in Zug. The role sits within Manufacturing Science & Technology (MSAT), which supports the Sensors & Cartridges network from early concept ideas through to routine manufacturing and product care. MSAT works in technology areas and multidisciplinary squads, and the position is offered within a squad of six people.

Key responsibilities

• Analyze production processes to find gaps, root causes and risks in process robustness, control strategy and equipment.
• Develop and implement improvements, from digital tools and new technologies to equipment upgrades and workflow changes.
• Monitor production KPIs, detect early deviations with control loops and set up in-process quality controls.
• Plan and run Design of Experiments (DoE) in lab and manufacturing settings to support scale-up of new production lines.
• Work closely with shop-floor teams, technicians and cross-functional partners.
• Maintain process documentation, change records and work instructions in line with GxP standards.

Required profile

• Degree in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Hands-on experience in automated manufacturing, robotics, precision assembly, dispensing or similar.
• Industry experience in medical devices, precision manufacturing, semiconductors, automotive or machinery; regulated environments are a plus.
• Practical, shop-floor-oriented mindset with strong analytical, problem-solving and documentation skills.
• German and English at B2 level or higher.

Required skills

• Good digital skills such as Python, R and AI tools.
• Nice to have: Lean Six Sigma familiarity (SIPOC, value stream mapping, root-cause toolkits).
• Nice to have: advanced statistical analysis, SQL or Snowflake, digital manufacturing projects.

What we offer

• Work for a leading pharmaceutical company.
• A modern campus with green spaces and meeting areas, close to the motorway and a train station.
• A varied range of responsibilities and a dynamic squad of six.
• Very good compensation.