Biopharma Manufacturing Shift Lead

Lonza Biologics, Inc.; Vacaville (CA); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related bonus

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) matching plan

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Employee assistance programs

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Lonza Biologics, Inc. in Vacaville is seeking a shift leader to manage the manufacturing shift and drive performance, quality, and compliance. The role requires in-person leadership to support real-time collaboration and high precision in medicines manufacturing.

You will lead a team, ensure cGMP adherence, and coordinate lean initiatives and improvements while maintaining inspection readiness and health authority compliance.

Qualifications

• 5–6 years of supervisory experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, or related industries.
• AS/BS/BA in Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, or Engineering preferred.
• Proven track record of safe, compliant operations in a large-scale cGMP manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading cGMP-compliant operations through health authority inspections; aseptic/bioprocessing background preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to drive quality and productivity improvements via Lean and other CI methods.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for manufacturing shift performance, including budget management, productivity, labor efficiency, and achievement of operational goals.
• Ensure cGMP compliance and inspection readiness for site at all times; actively support inspection activities.
• Ensure production of high-quality products in accordance with Health Authority regulations and Lonza quality systems.
• Drive Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and operational performance.
• Lead, train, and develop manufacturing staff to ensure qualification, accountability, and high team performance.
• Oversee manufacturing equipment, facilities, and validated processes, coordinating maintenance and technical improvements as needed.
• Manage deviations, investigations, validation strategies, and technical transfers while implementing sustainable corrective and preventive actions.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Lean manufacturing

cGMP compliance

Inspection readiness

Bioprocessing tech

Education

AS/BS/BA in Biological Sciences or Engineering

Job description

Lonza Biologics, Inc. in Vacaville is seeking a shift leader to manage the manufacturing shift and drive performance, quality, and compliance. The role requires in-person leadership to support real-time collaboration and high precision in medicines manufacturing.

You will lead a team, ensure cGMP adherence, and coordinate lean initiatives and improvements while maintaining inspection readiness and health authority compliance.