Celebrating Paul Jutzi: A Legacy of Innovation and Leadership at medmix

An interview with Paul Jutzi by: Reina Christa Ortega, Marketing, medmix Dental

After more than two decades of shaping innovation and driving strategic projects, Paul Jutzi is retiring from his role at medmix. His journey has been nothing short of remarkable - marked by bold ideas, transformative projects, and a deep commitment to people and progress.

From Project Manager to Director of Strategic Projects

Paul’s story began in 2002, when he joined the company (then MIXPAC) as a Project Manager. Just three months later, he stepped into the role of Head of Production and Quality Management, a position he held until 2008 while simultaneously managing special projects. These included pioneering dispensing machines and refillable dispensers - concepts that were groundbreaking at the time.

In 2006, Sulzer acquired the business, marking a major shift for MIXPAC and Werfo from  privately owned companies to a publicly listed one. “We learned a lot about managing and leading as a big player,” Paul recalls. This period saw tremendous growth and global expansion, with new sites in China and Poland, and acquisitions such as Kroger, Cox, Geka, transcodent, medmix Rotkreuz, and Haselmeier.

Paul, with Marc Haller a former MIXPAC CEO, MIXPAC Summer Celebration 2012 (Photo credits: Paul Jutzi)Paul with Roman Thönig Head of Business Unit Industry during Christmas Party 2018 at Vaduz year 2018 (Photo credits: Paul Jutzi)

By 2008, Paul became Head of Technology and Innovation, overseeing all product innovations as well as tooling and all IP aspects - a role he held until 2022. When medmix was born, Paul transitioned to his part-time early retirement but remained working at medmix in a reduced capacity, focusing on strategic projects in the Industry segment, before continuing to support innovation leadership again until a successor was in place.

Paul Jutzi with fellow retirees Aziz Celikyurtlu and Birgit Gast, receiving their retirement gifts alongside Roman Thönig during the medmix Christmas Party in Vaduz, 2025. (Photo credit: medmix Switzerland AG)

Career Highlights That Made History

When asked about standout projects, Paul points to two milestones:

• Double Syringe System for Dental: “It was very difficult and large project but ultimately a very successful product family,” he says. This innovation became a cornerstone of the dental portfolio.
• Industry Coatings Program: What started as an observation in the bilge of a  warship   in Florida evolved into a comprehensive system for applying protective coatings—transforming manual application processes into efficient, cartridge-based automix solutions.

Paul’s teams also played a key role in global product relocations - from Haag to Shanghai, Poland to Spain and others

One area Paul found particularly exciting was IP enforcement. “Chasing the bad guys and enforcing our rights was completely new for me,” he shares. Under his leadership, medmix built a robust IP protection system - what he calls a “Great Wall of Protection” for customers, especially in dental MIXPAC.

What Makes medmix Different

“For me, it’s clear: quality, reliability, and innovation,” Paul says. As a market leader with a comprehensive portfolio, medmix sets the standard. “Being the best makes it harder to innovate but that’s the challenge we embrace.

And why he stayed in medmix for 23 years? “It’s the medmix family,” Paul reflects. “The people, the friendships, and the constant challenges kept it interesting. I always felt comfortable and proud to be part of medmix history - solving problems and driving growth.”

As a leader Paul never sought the spotlight. “I always gave visibility to my team,” he says. Feedback from colleagues consistently highlighted his supportive, committed, and solution-oriented approach. “I had sleepless nights sometimes, but I put the pressure on myself - not on the team.”

Looking Ahead

Retirement for Paul doesn’t mean slowing down. He plans to stay active with hiking, biking, skiing, and boating, and to dedicate time to biodiversity projects - supporting farmers, creating hedges, and building habitats for bees as an example. He’s also eager to pursue woodworking, turning unique pieces into sculptures. 

Captured in Braunwald in 2025, this image tells the start of a creative journey. Paul brought home a piece of this cracked tree—planning to transform it into a sculpted, oiled masterpiece. A project he envisioned  after retirement. (Photo credits: Paul Jutzi)

Paul’s impact on medmix is profound - not just in the technologies and systems he helped create, but in the culture of teamwork and trust he championed. As he steps into this next chapter, we celebrate his contributions and wish him endless adventures ahead.