Manufacturing Associate Level 3

Lonza Group Ltd.; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manufacturing Associate Level 3 to join their dynamic team. This role involves operating equipment and managing processes for therapeutic protein manufacturing under cGMP conditions. Candidates should have a strong background in manufacturing, particularly in sterile environments, and demonstrate proficiency in troubleshooting and documentation. The company values ethical practices and offers a collaborative environment where innovative ideas thrive. Join a team dedicated to improving lives through science and make a meaningful difference every day.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in Manufacturing, preferably in a cGMP setting.
• Ability to follow documentation procedures in a regulated industry.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and monitor processes, including CIP and SIP.
• Perform material movements and maintain facility through routine cleaning.

Skills

cGMP compliance

troubleshooting

critical thinking

communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

AS/BS in a science-related field

Tools

bioreactor

chromatography column

Job description

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Manufacturing Associate Level 3

Apply locations US - Portsmouth, NH time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R67561

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three 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.

The Manufacturing Associate Level III is responsible for the manufacture of therapeutic proteins (API) under cGMP conditions. Level III associates are expected to be fully proficient in managing process recipes, following written procedures (SOPs), supervising equipment and processes, independently performing laboratory tasks, including pH, conductivity testing, product sampling, and conducting routine sanitization tasks to maintain facility and equipment and train other operators on these tasks. They are encouraged to demonstrate a significant knowledge of cGMP compliance and an in-depth understanding of process flow and be able to make decisions based on that experience. Level III Operators are able to troubleshoot routine and non-routine equipment events, initiate deviations, review batch records and logbooks.

Job Description:

• Operate equipment, monitor processes, including CIP and SIP, report production, follow GMPs and GDPs. Troubleshoot and review documentation.

• Show strength and understanding of suite-specific production activities and laboratory tasks such as bioreactor inoculation, chromatography column operation, and product sampling. Understand the scientific theory behind these operations and train other associates on these tasks and theory.

• Perform administrative tasks such as attending shift exchanges and meetings, sending/receiving emails, participating in projects, and technical writing (deviations, document change forms, etc.).

• Attain qualifications for all assigned tasks and maintain an individual training plan.

• Perform material movements, transferring raw materials and chemicals into, out of, and across production areas.

• Maintain facility and equipment through routine cleaning and sanitization and support 6S programs.
  

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience is required, with an AS/BS in a science-related field preferred.

• 5-10 years of experience in Manufacturing.

• Prior work experience in a cleanroom, laboratory, or other sterile setting is preferred.

• Experience with gowning or related PPE procedures in a sterile environment.

• Working experience in manufacturing, preferably in a cGMP setting, and/or some experience as an Associate Level I in the bio-pharma industry.

• Ability to follow documentation procedures for day-to-day tasks in a regulated industry.

• Validated logic and decision-making abilities, along with critical thinking skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
  

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.

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