Biotech Pilot Operator - Upstream & Downstream

Lonza, Inc.; Slough; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile culture

Inclusive workplace

Performance rewards

Skills development

Benefits vary

Global benefits

Job summary

Lonza in Slough is seeking a hands-on Pilot Operations member to support bioprocess development and execution at pilot scale. This site-based role emphasizes close in-person collaboration to manufacture medicines to the highest quality standards.

You will work with upstream and downstream processing teams, plan daily activities, manage equipment, and ensure accurate records while maintaining safety and compliance across the pilot program.

Qualifications

• Interest in biotechnology, bioprocessing or related field, with willingness to develop technically in upstream or downstream processing.
• Pursuing degree, vocational qualification or equivalent demonstrable skills in a biological science or related discipline.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate records and data.
• Ability to understand numerical data and communicate unexpected results clearly.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of new and existing pilot-scale processes, following procedures and documentation.
• Plan and manage daily activities and operate plant and laboratory equipment for pilot-scale work.
• Prepare batch records, data forms and documentation for pilot batch execution.
• Coordinate ordering and availability of raw materials and consumables with pilot team.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, equipment readiness and inventory control.
• Record scientific and operational data accurately and communicate observations to technical team.
• Contribute to continuous improvement to enhance productivity, process performance and safety.

Skills

Biotech interest

Team collaboration

Documentation

Attention to detail

Numerical data literacy

Education

Biology/Biotech degree or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory equipment operation

Job description

Lonza in Slough is seeking a hands-on Pilot Operations member to support bioprocess development and execution at pilot scale. This site-based role emphasizes close in-person collaboration to manufacture medicines to the highest quality standards.

You will work with upstream and downstream processing teams, plan daily activities, manage equipment, and ensure accurate records while maintaining safety and compliance across the pilot program.