Manufacturing Associate Level 1

Lonza; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile culture

Inclusive workplace

Performance-based rewards

Medical insurance

Career growth

Collaborative team

Job summary

Lonza in Portsmouth, NH is seeking a Manufacturing Associate I to operate production equipment, follow SOPs, and perform basic lab tasks to support GMP manufacturing onsite.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to safety and quality standards, and the ability to rotate through a demanding 12-hour day shift schedule (7:00 PM–7:00 AM). High school diploma required; AS/BS in science preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• AS or BS in a science-related field preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing or regulated environments; GMP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor production equipment, including CIP and SIP processes.
• Execute manufacturing processes by following SOPs and good documentation practices.
• 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, meetings, and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AS or BS in science

Job description

United States, Portsmouth (New Hampshire)

Job Title: Manufacturing AssociateI

Location: Portsmouth, NH

As a Biotechnologist I at our Portsmouth site, you will support the production of therapeutic proteins that help improve the lives of patients around the world. You will work as part of a team to operate equipment, follow procedures, and ensure products are manufactured safely and to the highest quality standards. This role is based onsite, where working in person supports collaboration and the precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.

This role follows a 12-hour day shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM on a rotating schedule of alternating days: two on, two off, three on, two off, two on, three off (repeating cycle).

What you will get

• An agile career and dynamic working culture
• An inclusive and ethical workplace
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Opportunities to grow and develop your career
• A collaborative and supportive team environment

What you will do

• Set up, operate, and monitor production equipment, including CIP and SIP processes
• Execute manufacturing processes by following SOPs and good documentation practices
• 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, meetings, and continuous improvement activities

What we are looking for

• High school diploma or equivalent required; AS or BS in a science-related field preferred
• Experience in manufacturing or regulated environments; GMP experience preferred