Entry-Level Pharma Manufacturing Technician - Hands-On

Lonza; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Performance bonus

Vision insurance

Job summary

Lonza in Bend, Oregon is seeking an entry-level Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technician to join the Early Phase Clinical Manufacturing team. This site-based role supports the manufacture of clinical trial materials, requiring hands-on work in a controlled environment with strong safety and quality focus.

You will operate and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment, collaborate with engineers, and collect data to drive project objectives while developing hands-on expertise in pharmaceutical

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Interest in learning pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and equipment operation.
• Strong attention to safety, quality, and documentation standards.
• Ability to work in controlled manufacturing environments while wearing required protective equipment.
• Comfortable performing the physical aspects of the role, including material handling and equipment operation.
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn and contribute to team success.

Responsibilities

• Support the manufacture of clinical trial materials used in pharmaceutical development.
• Operate, assemble, clean, and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment following approved procedures.
• Maintain production areas and assist with equipment maintenance and calibration activities.
• Partner with engineers to install, start up, and test manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Collect and organize production data to support operational and project objectives.
• Follow safety, quality, and Good Manufacturing Practice standards while completing daily work.
• Prepare and update work instructions, training materials, and production documentation.

Skills

Collaborative teamwork

Safety mindset

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Job description

Lonza in Bend, Oregon is seeking an entry-level Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technician to join the Early Phase Clinical Manufacturing team. This site-based role supports the manufacture of clinical trial materials, requiring hands-on work in a controlled environment with strong safety and quality focus.

You will operate and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment, collaborate with engineers, and collect data to drive project objectives while developing hands-on expertise in pharmaceutical