CQV Technician

Lonza, Inc.; George Green; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in life sciences is seeking a professional to execute Commissioning and Qualification (CQV) protocols at their Slough site. The ideal candidate will have a BSc or MSc in a relevant engineering field and will contribute to supporting compliant manufacturing processes while working hands-on and with documentation. Previous experience in CQV is advantageous but not required as training will be provided. This role offers a dynamic working environment with various benefits.

Benefits

Agile career and dynamic working culture

Inclusive and ethical workplace

Compensation programs that recognize high performance

Qualifications

• Previous experience in CQV or regulated biopharmaceutical environment is beneficial but not essential.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately within regulated processes.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute Commissioning and Qualification (CQV) protocols and prepare CQV reports.
• Support qualification of facilities, utilities, and manufacturing equipment.
• Collaborate with various teams to ensure alignment of CQV activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Teamwork

Proactive approach

Education

BSc or MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Automation, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or related discipline

Job description

This role is based at our Slough site and plays a key part in supporting the commissioning and qualification of systems and equipment used in biopharmaceutical manufacturing. You will work both hands‑on in operational areas and within documentation and reporting, contributing to compliant and efficient manufacturing processes.

Benefits

• An agile career and dynamic working culture
• An inclusive and ethical workplace
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance
• A variety of benefits depending on role and location

Full list of our global benefits can be found at: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.

What you will do

• Execute Commissioning and Qualification (CQV) protocols and prepare CQV reports in accordance with cGMP and Lonza standards.
• Support qualification of facilities, utilities, controlled storage environments, sterilization processes, biopharmaceutical manufacturing equipment, and cleaning methods.
• Perform periodic reviews and contribute to ongoing lifecycle maintenance of equipment and systems.
• Collaborate with QA, Manufacturing, Quality Control, Technical Services and Development Services to ensure alignment of CQV activities.
• Provide data to support deviation reports, investigations and root cause analysis.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities across the department.
• Maintain an up-to-date training record and follow all relevant procedures.

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Automation, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline.
• Previous experience in CQV or a regulated biopharmaceutical environment is beneficial but not essential – full training will be provided.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately within regulated processes.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive, solutions‑focused approach and willingness to learn.

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there's no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that's the kind of work we want to be part of. 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.