Quality Control Analyst II - Environmental Monitoring

US05 Lonza Houston Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related bonus

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) matching plan

Life insurance, short-term and long -l

Disability insurance

Employee assistance programs

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Lonza Group Ltd. in Houston, TX is seeking a Quality Control Analyst II for Environmental Monitoring. This onsite role runs Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, with performance bonus and strong benefits.

You will collect samples in cleanrooms, support GMP pharmaceutical operations, and help with data collection and reporting. Collaboration with Manufacturing and Quality Control is essential to meet production goals and ensure compliance.

Qualifications

• Perform Environmental Monitoring activities within classified manufacturing and laboratory environments in support of GMP pharmaceutical operations.
• Collect and document routine environmental monitoring samples from cleanrooms and controlled manufacturing areas following approved procedures.
• Support laboratory testing activities and assist with data collection, analysis, and reporting related to environmental monitoring programs.
• Maintain compliance with GMP requirements, standard operating procedures, and site quality standards while performing daily activities.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality Control, and other cross-functional teams to ensure environmental monitoring activities support production schedules and operational goals.
• Perform aseptic gowning and work within controlled cleanroom environments while adhering to contamination control practices.
• Support batch release activities and quality documentation review as required.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation to support regulatory compliance, data integrity, and inspection readiness.

Responsibilities

• Perform Environmental Monitoring activities within classified manufacturing and laboratory environments in support of GMP pharmaceutical operations.
• Collect and document routine environmental monitoring samples from cleanrooms and controlled manufacturing areas following approved procedures.
• Support laboratory testing activities and assist with data collection, analysis, and reporting related to environmental monitoring programs.
• Maintain compliance with GMP requirements, standard operating procedures, and site quality standards while performing daily activities.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality Control, and other cross-functional teams to ensure environmental monitoring activities support production schedules and operational goals.
• Perform aseptic gowning and work within controlled cleanroom environments while adhering to contamination control practices.
• Support batch release activities and quality documentation review as required.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation to support regulatory compliance, data integrity, and inspection readiness.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Collaboration

GMP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline

Job description

Quality Control Analyst II – Environmental Monitoring

Location: Houston, Texas – Onsite Shift: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

What you will get:

• Performance-related bonus
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) matching plan
• Life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Paid time off (PTO)

Compensation for this role will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and relevant knowledge.

What you will do:

• Perform Environmental Monitoring activities within classified manufacturing and laboratory environments in support of GMP pharmaceutical operations.
• Collect and document routine environmental monitoring samples from cleanrooms and controlled manufacturing areas following approved procedures.
• Support laboratory testing activities and assist with data collection, analysis, and reporting related to environmental monitoring programs.
• Maintain compliance with GMP requirements, standard operating procedures, and site quality standards while performing daily activities.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality Control, and other cross-functional teams to ensure environmental monitoring activities support production schedules and operational goals.
• Perform aseptic gowning and work within controlled cleanroom environments while adhering to contamination control practices.
• Support batch release activities and quality documentation review as required.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation to support regulatory compliance, data integrity, and inspection readiness.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
• Previous experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, Environmental Monitoring, Quality Control, or quality-related functions preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of GMP-regulated environments and pharmaceutical manufacturing processes preferred.
• Experience in aseptic manufacturing, cleanroom operations, or aseptic gowning is highly desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures while maintaining accurate documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to learn technical laboratory processes and environmental monitoring methodologies.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.
• Ability to work in controlled manufacturing environments and adapt to cleanroom requirements.
• Motivated early-career professionals seeking to build a long-term career in the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry are encouraged to apply.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of. Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table.

At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you’re ready to launch your career in pharmaceutical manufacturing while contributing to the development of life-changing therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

You will feel at home at Lonza if you:

• Take ownership, step forward, and enjoy meaningful responsibility
• Love solving problems and thrive in a complex, fast-moving environment
• Are curious, always looking to learn and improve
• Work collaboratively, contributing to something bigger than yourself
• Are motivated to make a difference through work that impacts customers and their patients

Why Lonza

We are a place of unique opportunity, where your ideas, expertise and ambition can make a real difference. Here, you will have the freedom to grow, the support to succeed and the chance to contribute to work that matters. We are the makers of the medicines of tomorrow.

Join us. Be you.