Head of Engineering 100%

Head of Engineering 100% (m/f/d) As the largest independent contract manufacturer in Switzerland, the FRIKE GROUP offers smart solutions to ensure our customers' products go out. 80 years of experience make us a competent partner for customers in the pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and chemical sectors. We develop and produce sophisticated products from liquid to solid. With know-how, reliability, and innovative power, we turn every customer request into reality. To make this succeed, our employees commit themselves day after day and achieve great things. Head of Engineering 100% (m/f/d) Your tasks Leadership of the technical department with the Maintenance / Line Mechanics and Maintenance teams Resource and deployment planning for mechanics Prioritization of malfunctions, maintenance, and projects Establishment of clear processes, standards, and responsibilities Promotion and further development of employees Ensuring high plant availability Responsibility for preventive maintenance Analysis and sustainable rectification of technical weaknesses Optimization of existing production and packaging plants Support of investment and automation projects Technical support for new plants and production lines Responsibility for building maintenance and technical infrastructure Ensuring legal requirements as well as safety standards Collaboration with external companies and suppliers Budget responsibility for engineering and maintenance Introduction and ensuring of SOS standards (Cleanliness, Order, Safety) Establishment of a structured, solution-oriented technical organization Your profile Technical basic training, e.g., as: polymechanic, automation technician, agricultural machinery mechanic, production mechanic or comparable Further education at HF/FH level or comparable: HF technician, mechanical engineering HF/FH, industrial master or comparable technical further education Several years of experience in maintenance and production Experience with complex production or packaging plants Good knowledge of mechanics, pneumatics and ideally automation Experience in technical project management Understanding of preventive maintenance and spare parts management Clear and structured leadership personality High implementation strength and personal responsibility Calm prioritization even under pressure Hands-on mentality Ability to consistently implement standards and order Analytical and solution-oriented thinking Our offer A key position with great creative freedom A technically demanding production environment Short decision-making paths, DU culture A motivated environment with direct influence on the company's success 26.5 days of vacation (expandable based on years of service), December 24th is a gift Free parking, Half-Fare travelcard as well as further benefits in the areas of leisure & culture Do you feel like rolling up your sleeves with us and becoming part of our team? Then our Head of BU Care, Jufer, looks forward to your complete application documents Please note that we only consider direct applications. jpidec3f146jm jit0623jm jiy26jm