Lonza AG
Manufacturing Specialist
📍 CH - Visp
Role and responsibilities
Carry out production processes in cell culture and/or purification in a large-scale stainless steel facility in accordance with cGMP guidelines. Ensure execution of critical process steps, evaluate test results, and resolve equipment issues. Support with electronic batch record review, deviation investigations and CAPA implementation. Contribute to risk assessments and implement defined safety and quality measures. Support commissioning and qualification activities. Collaborate with Engineering on campaign preparation and equipment changeovers. Conduct training sessions for Operators and take on additional assigned tasks.
Team / description
At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of. Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.
Qualifications and Skills
Completed technical education (apprenticeship, advanced technical college, Bachelor) with several years of professional experience, or a university degree (Bachelor/Master) in biotechnology, biochemical engineering, or a related field.
Solid knowledge of GMP is required.
Previous experience with DCS (Delta V) and MES (Syncade) systems is preferred.
Willingness to work in a 4-shift system.
Very good German or English language skills.
Strong communication skills, team spirit, initiative, and a solution-oriented mindset.