Biotechnologist - Day Shift

Lonza Group; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Lonza AG in Slough, UK is seeking an entry-level Biotechnologist to gain hands-on experience in a GMP Manufacturing environment from supervised to unsupervised activities.

This fully site-based role involves working in a cleanroom with full protective equipment, close collaboration, and adherence to cGMP standards to ensure high-quality medicines are produced on schedule.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing or Production experience is desirable.
• Excellent written and spoken English for effective collaboration and documentation.
• Outstanding organizational skills to manage tasks efficiently and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving abilities to address challenges promptly.
• Strong interpersonal abilities to promote teamwork and growth.
• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Ensure products are manufactured according to schedule, safety requirements, and GMP.
• Acquire detailed understanding of production systems and Lonza systems for efficient production.
• Complete necessary training to perform production activities with precision.
• Adhere to high standards of cGMP for self and colleagues and follow Lonza quality procedures.
• Assist in correction and data management activities, ensuring documentation standards are met.
• Engage in the manufacturing process, identify improvements, and contribute to projects.
• Maintain housekeeping, safety policies, and a safety-first attitude; meet objectives on time.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

English proficiency

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Job description

As a Biotechnologist at Lonza AG, you will embark on an exceptionally rewarding journey within our Manufacturing team. This entry-level position is meticulously crafted to provide you with hands‑on experience in a GMP Manufacturing environment, transitioning from supervised to unsupervised activities. Your contributions will be pivotal in ensuring the flawless production of life‑changing products at our Slough, UK facility.

This is a fully site‑based role. Working together in person supports close, real‑time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.

**In this role, you will work in a cleanroom environment. This involves wearing full protective equipment daily including a full‑body gown, face mask, and gloves as well as following important hygiene protocols, which include continuous hand washing and sanitization.

An agile career and dynamic working culture

An inclusive and ethical workplace

Compensation programs that recognize high performance

A variety of benefits dependant on role and location

Successfully implement various tasks to ensure products are manufactured according to schedule, safety requirements, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Acquire a detailed understanding of production systems and relevant Lonza systems to enable efficient production. Ensure completion of all necessary training to perform production activities with precision.

Adhere strictly to high standards of cGMP for both yourself and your colleagues. Gain familiarity with Lonza's quality procedures, including change control, the deviation system, and validation procedures.

Assist in correction and data management activities, ensuring that documentation standards are met impeccably.

Engage directly in the manufacturing process, identify continuous improvements, and contribute to the completion of various projects.

Uphold high standards of housekeeping, team values, and safety policies. Highlight safety issues and foster a safety‑first attitude within the team. Ensure objectives are met within the designated timeframe.

What you will bring:

Manufacturing or Production experience is desirable.

Good command of both written and oral English, essential for effective collaboration and documentation.

Outstanding organizational skills to manage tasks efficiently and meet deadlines.

Strong problem‑solving abilities to address and resolve challenges promptly.

Established track record of strong interpersonal abilities, providing guidance and mentorship to promote teamwork and facilitate team growth.

Maintain meticulous attention to detail to ensure the highest standards of work quality.

Cultivate a collaborative and inclusive environment, displaying respect and support for your colleagues.

Be flexible and open to change, demonstrating a proactive approach to evolving situations.

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Take ownership, step forward, and enjoy meaningful responsibility
• Love solving problems and thrive in a complex, fast‑moving environment
• Are curious, always looking to learn and improve
• Work collaboratively, contributing to something bigger than yourself
• Are motivated to make a difference through work that impacts customers and their patients

Why Lonza:

We are a place of unique opportunity, where your ideas, expertise and ambition can make a real difference. Here, will have the freedom to grow, the support to succeed and the chance to contribute to work that matters.

We are the makers of the medicines of tomorrow.