Biotechnologist II (Nights - B Shift)

Lonza; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lonza AG is seeking a Biotechnologist II for night shifts in Portsmouth, NH. The role includes operating equipment and ensuring compliance with production processes in a cGMP setting. Candidates should possess a High School Diploma and have strong communication skills. Join a team dedicated to improving lives through life sciences.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required.
• Proven experience in manufacturing environments; cGMP experience preferred.
• Strong logic, decision-making abilities, and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment, monitor production processes.
• Demonstrate proficiency in monitoring pH and conducting product sampling.
• Maintain facility through routine cleaning and sanitization.

Skills

Logic

Decision-making

Critical thinking

Communication

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

AS/BS in Science-related field

Job description

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!

Lonza AG, a top player in life sciences, invites you to help better the world. We need a Biotechnologist II for night shift in New Hampshire.

This night shift position runs from 7pm to 7am, with a rotating schedule:

• Week 1: M/T/F/SAT/SUN

• Week 2: W/TH

Shift differentials are included for nights and weekends worked.

Initial 2-week training period on day shift Monday-Friday upon hire for new hires.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment, monitor production processes, and perform clean-in-place (CIP) and steam-in-place (SIP) operations flawlessly, ensuring adherence to GDPs.

• Attain and maintain qualification for all assigned tasks, strictly following your individual training plan.

• Demonstrate outstanding proficiency in laboratory tasks such as monitoring pH, conductivity, and conducting product sampling.

• Successfully implement material movements, and transfer materials and chemicals within production areas.

• Maintain the facility and equipment through routine cleaning and sanitization, supporting our world-class 6S programs.

• Complete administrative tasks such as attending shift exchanges, meetings, and participating in projects.

• Perform other duties as assigned, contributing to our collective success.

Key Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; AS/BS in a science-related subject area is a plus.

• Proven experience in manufacturing environments; cGMP setting preferred, or experience as an Associate Level I in the bio-pharma industry.

• Strong logic, decision-making abilities, and critical thinking skills.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

• Flexible and adaptable to changing business priorities, actively seeking and incorporating feedback for continuous improvement.

Join Lonza AG and be part of a team where your contributions improve lives globally. We are dedicated to encouraging an inclusive culture where all employees can thrive and succeed in their careers.

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.