Aseptic Manufacturing Process Expert – Fill & Finish
Job Title: Aseptic Manufacturing Process Expert – Fill & Finish
Company: Inova (www.inova-sa.ch)
Location: Basel Area, Switzerland
Contract Type: Full-time – On-site
Start Date: ASAP
About Inova
Inova is a Swiss consulting and engineering firm specializing in supporting life sciences industries through high-value expertise in quality, compliance, engineering, and digital transformation. We help our clients deliver robust, compliant, and future-ready pharmaceutical operations, from shopfloor execution to process and quality governance.
Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Aseptic Manufacturing Process Expert – Fill & Finish to support a pharmaceutical client in the Basel area.This role will provide senior process expertise across aseptic manufacturing and fill & finish operations, with a particular focus on isolator-based filling processes, compounding, aseptic process simulations, qualification activities, and operational readiness.The successful candidate will combine strong hands-on manufacturing experience with a deep understanding of GMP requirements for sterile production. You will work closely with Manufacturing, MSAT, QA, Engineering, and Validation teams to support process readiness, qualification, troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and the development of robust operational documentation.The role requires a pragmatic expert who is comfortable working close to shopfloor operations while also providing technical leadership and translating complex aseptic processes into clear and compliant procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Provide senior technical expertise for aseptic manufacturing and fill & finish processes
Support isolator-based filling operations, including process setup, preparation, execution, and continuous improvement
Provide process expertise for compounding, aseptic filling, interventions, cleaning, decontamination, and associated manufacturing activities
Support the preparation, execution, and assessment of aseptic process simulations / media fills
Contribute to smoke studies / airflow visualization studies and assessment of aseptic practices and interventions
Support process qualification and performance qualification (PQ) activities related to fill & finish operations
Assess manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to improve aseptic robustness, operational reliability, and GMP compliance
Support troubleshooting and investigation of process-related issues, deviations, and operational challenges
Provide technical input into risk assessments, contamination control measures, and aseptic process improvements
Write, review, and improve GMP documentation, including SOPs, Work Instructions, training materials, protocols, and operational guidance
Translate practical manufacturing knowledge into clear, effective, and shopfloor-oriented procedures
Support operator training and manufacturing readiness for new or updated processes
Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, MSAT, QA, Engineering, Validation, and Sterility Assurance teams
Support start-up, remediation, technology transfer, or continuous improvement activities within fill & finish operations
Ensure activities and documentation are aligned with applicable GMP requirements, internal standards, and industry best practices
Profile Requirements
Degree in Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biotechnology, Engineering, or a related technical discipline
10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, with significant expertise in aseptic processing and fill & finish
Strong hands-on experience with sterile manufacturing operations and isolator-based filling technologies
In-depth understanding of GMP requirements and aseptic manufacturing principles
Practical experience with compounding, aseptic filling, isolator operations, interventions, and routine manufacturing activities
Strong experience with media fills / aseptic process simulations, smoke studies, and qualification activities
Experience supporting PQ phases, manufacturing readiness, or start-up activities
Good understanding of contamination control and sterility assurance principles within aseptic manufacturing
Proven ability to troubleshoot manufacturing processes and provide pragmatic technical solutions
Experience writing and reviewing SOPs, Work Instructions, training materials, protocols, and technical GMP documentation
Ability to combine a senior expert perspective with a hands-on and operational mindset
Strong communication and collaboration skills across shopfloor and technical functions
Fluent in English; German is a plus
Available to start ASAP in the Basel area
Why Join Inova?
Contribute to a key aseptic fill & finish project within a leading pharmaceutical environment
Apply your senior manufacturing expertise directly to isolator-based operations and shopfloor processes
Work across process readiness, qualification, troubleshooting, documentation, and continuous improvement
Collaborate with experienced cross-functional teams across Manufacturing, MSAT, QA, Engineering, and Validation
Join a dynamic company that values technical excellence, autonomy, precision, and collaboration
Inova is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diverse perspectives and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.