Biotechnologist I - Biomanufacturing Specialist

Lonza; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Career development

Inclusive workplace

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Lonza in Portsmouth, NH is hiring a Biotechnologist I (Days) to support production of therapeutic proteins in a GMP manufacturing environment. You will operate production equipment, execute downstream purification, and ensure products are manufactured safely and to high quality standards, in a hands-on, collaborative team setting.

The role follows a rotating 12‑hour day shift from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM; you will perform lab tasks, document processes, and participate in shift handovers and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; AS or BS in a science-related field preferred.
• Experience in biopharmaceutical manufacturing or regulated production environments preferred.
• Experience with downstream purification processes, chromatography or filtration systems preferred.
• Column packing and viral reduction filtration experience is highly desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor manufacturing equipment, including purification systems, CIP, and SIP processes.
• Execute downstream manufacturing operations, including chromatography, filtration, and product processing activities.
• Support column packing, viral reduction filtration, and other purification-related operations.
• Perform laboratory tasks such as pH testing, conductivity testing, and product sampling.
• Move and transfer materials across production areas safely and accurately.
• Maintain equipment and facilities through routine cleaning and sanitization.
• Troubleshoot basic equipment issues and support documentation review.
• Participate in shift handovers, team meetings, and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Good communication

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AS or BS in a science-related field

Tools

Chromatography systems

Filtration systems

CIP/SIP processes

Job description

Lonza in Portsmouth, NH is hiring a Biotechnologist I (Days) to support production of therapeutic proteins in a GMP manufacturing environment. You will operate production equipment, execute downstream purification, and ensure products are manufactured safely and to high quality standards, in a hands-on, collaborative team setting.

The role follows a rotating 12‑hour day shift from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM; you will perform lab tasks, document processes, and participate in shift handovers and