EM and Aseptic Monitoring Technician (m/f) 100 %
Ophtapharm AG
Hettlingen CH
Key information
- Publication date:08 October 2025
- Workload:100%
- Contract type:Permanent position
- Place of work:Hettlingen CH
Job summary
Ophtapharm AG is a certified producer in the ophthalmic sector. Join us for a dynamic workplace with growth opportunities.
Tasks
- Conduct microbiological analyses and growth controls on media.
- Utilize analytical instruments for microorganism characterization.
- Prepare samples and maintain documentation per GLP/GMP standards.
Skills
- Completed training as a biology lab technician with 2+ years of GMP experience.
- Strong knowledge in instrumental microbiological analytics.
- Good command of German and English, both written and spoken.
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Ophtapharm AG is an FDA/EU-GMP certified manufacturer in the pharmaceutical sector (ophthalmics). At our production site in Hettlingen near Winterthur, high-quality products such as eye drops, ointments, and gels are aseptically produced, filled, and packaged for international markets.
EM and Aseptic Monitoring Technician (m/f) 100 %
To strengthen our laboratory team (microbiology) in Hettlingen, we are looking for a
Your tasks
- Perform microbiological analyses (e.g., microbial count determinations, identification of microorganisms, conducting growth controls on various media)
- Use of instrumental analytics (e.g., VITEK II) for characterization and quantification of microorganisms
- Preparation of various types of culture media
- Inoculation and cultivation of bacterial, fungal, and yeast cultures under sterile conditions
- Sample preparation, processing, and documentation according to GLP/GMP and internal quality guidelines
- Participation in the development, optimization, and validation of microbiological methods
- Evaluation of hygiene control samples as well as monitoring of production environments
- Creation and maintenance of laboratory protocols, SOPs, and test documentation
- Creation, maintenance, and updating of SOPs, e.g., for analytical devices and data documentation
- Execution of qualification/requalification of laboratory equipment/facilities including documentation
- Participation in validations, verifications, and transfers of analytical methods
- Support in OOX investigations and lab-related deviations
- Compliance with data integrity requirements within the area of responsibility
Your profile
- Completed training as a biological laboratory technician or BTA with at least 2 years of professional experience in the GMP area
- Very good knowledge of instrumental microbiological analytics
- Knowledge in the area of data integrity (e.g., when conducting audit trail reviews)
- Practical experience in the qualification of laboratory equipment and validation of methods is desirable
- Very good German and good English skills, both spoken and written
- Good IT skills, especially in the use of MS Office programs
Your benefits
- Dynamic environment with development opportunities
- In our uncomplicated corporate culture, we clearly prefer the "du" (informal you) over the "Sie" (formal you)
- Free parking spaces and public transport connections within walking distance
Do you have questions?
HR Hettlingen, Human Resources, will be happy to answer them. Tel: +41 52 304 12 36.
HR Hettlingen, Human Resources, will be happy to answer them. Tel: +41 52 304 12 36.
