Process Expert - Compounding & Support

Lead and continuously improve aseptic compounding processes, leveraging GMP manufacturing experience to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations. Provide hands-on technical support to operators, troubleshoot process issues, and drive deviations, investigations, and corrective actions to maintain product quality and compliance. Execute and support validation and qualification activities, including the preparation, review, and maintenance of all relevant GMP documentation. Maintain equipment and processes in an inspection-ready state, support internal and external audits, and contribute expertise in sterile manufacturing environments. Collaborate within a proactive, reliable, and accountable team, bringing a BSc/MSc in a scientific discipline, fluent English and conversational German (B1); experience with GMP washers, sterilization processes, thawing, and compounding is an advantage.

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.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a Life Sciences discipline (e.g., Biotechnology, Pharmacy, Biology, Chemistry) with hands-on experience in aseptic/sterile manufacturing environments.

• Proven experience in GMP-regulated manufacturing, with a strong understanding of quality, compliance, and documentation requirements is a must. Experience in qualification and validation activities are a strong advantage.

• Fluent English and conversational German (B1 level or above), enabling effective communication across teams and functions.

• A proactive, reliable team player who enjoys collaborating with others, takes ownership of responsibilities, and thrives in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and multiple parallel activities.

• Comfortable navigating ambiguity with a high degree of flexibility; experience in thawing and compounding operations and knowledge of GMP washers and autoclaves are considered strong advantages.