End-to-End QC Lead - Shape Life-Saving Therapies (Bend, OR)

Lonza Group; Bend (OR); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Lead high-visibility projects

Lonza global benefits

Job summary

Lonza Group is seeking a Project End-to-End (E2E) Quality Control Lead to drive QC project activities in Bend, Oregon. Lead the development and readiness of new QC labs, ensuring GMP compliance and regulatory readiness while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families. This on-site role offers exposure to senior leaders and impactful projects that shape the future of QC operations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of Quality Control experience within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences environment.
• Strong understanding of QC operations, laboratory compliance, data integrity, and regulatory expectations.
• Demonstrated experience leading projects or driving project initiatives in a regulated environment.
• Working knowledge of quality systems, including CAPA, audits, investigations, and risk management processes.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally, influence outcomes, and navigate complex organizational environments.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a passion for quality and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Quality Control project deliverables to ensure compliance with GMP requirements, regulatory expectations, and business objectives.
• Oversee the development, qualification, and operational readiness of new QC laboratories, laboratory expansions, and consolidation initiatives.
• Serve as the primary QC representative for project teams, Quality Assurance leadership, customers, and regulatory agencies.
• Provide quality leadership throughout project lifecycles, including deviation management, CAPA implementation, risk assessments, and readiness activities.
• Partner with senior leaders to develop and execute project plans, operational readiness strategies, and long-term QC capabilities.
• Monitor project risks, timelines, and compliance challenges; proactively identify solutions and drive successful outcomes.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives by enhancing quality systems, implementing risk management practices, and leveraging performance metrics.
• Contribute to the growth and success of a high-performing QC organization supporting critical patient therapies.

Skills

QC leadership

GMP compliance

Regulatory compliance

Quality systems

CAPA

Audits

Risk management

Cross-functional

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Lonza Group is seeking a Project End-to-End (E2E) Quality Control Lead to drive QC project activities in Bend, Oregon. Lead the development and readiness of new QC labs, ensuring GMP compliance and regulatory readiness while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families. This on-site role offers exposure to senior leaders and impactful projects that shape the future of QC operations