Supervisor, GMP and Technical Training

Lonza Group Ltd.; Houston (TX); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile culture

Inclusive workplace

Performance-based compensation

Role-based benefits

Global Lonza benefits

Job summary

Lonza in Houston, TX is seeking a Supervisor, GMP and Technical Training to lead the design, delivery, and ongoing improvement of manufacturing training programs for our cell therapy operations. This is a fully site-based role requiring close collaboration with manufacturing teams.

You will qualify staff on aseptic techniques, cleanroom practices, GMP documentation, and new process introductions; maintain curricula, qualification matrices, and records; and partner with leadership to close skill

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, or related field.
• 5-10 years biotech/biopharma lab/manufacturing experience, preferably cell therapy.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written).
• Aseptic technique and cleanroom skills.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deliver instructor-led, hands-on training programs for manufacturing personnel.
• Qualify and certify staff on production processes, aseptic techniques, cleanroom behaviors, equipment operation, and GMP documentation.
• Maintain training curricula, qualification matrices, and training records per regulatory requirements.
• Partner with Manufacturing leadership to identify skill gaps and develop targeted training plans.
• Conduct training effectiveness assessments and drive continuous program improvements.
• Support onboarding of new manufacturing employees through structured learning pathways.
• Collaborate with SMEs to develop and revise training materials, job aids, and standard work documentation.
• Support deviation investigations related to training deficiencies and implement corrective actions.
• Assist with new product introductions by delivering training for new processes, equipment, and procedures.
• Participate in internal audits, regulatory inspections, and customer audits as a training SME.
• Monitor training compliance and address overdue qualifications.
• Support day and night shifts based on business needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Aseptic technique

Cleanroom skills

Gowning proficiency

Software literacy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, or related field

Tools

Cornerstone

Microsoft Office

TrackWise

Job description

Supervisor, GMP and Technical Training Houston, TX

The actual location of this job is in Houston, TX, US. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed. This is a fully site‑based role. Working together in person supports close, real‑time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.

What you will get:

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• A variety of benefits dependent on role and location.
• The full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.

What you will do:

• Design, develop, and deliver instructor‑led, hands‑on, and on‑the‑job training programs for manufacturing personnel.
• Qualify and certify manufacturing employees on production processes, aseptic techniques, cleanroom behaviors, equipment operation, and GMP documentation practices.
• Maintain training curricula, qualification matrices, and training records in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Partner with Manufacturing leadership to identify skill gaps and develop targeted training plans.
• Conduct training effectiveness assessments and implement continuous improvements to training programs.
• Support onboarding of new manufacturing employees through structured learning pathways.
• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to develop and revise training materials, job aids, and standard work documentation.
• Support deviation investigations related to training deficiencies and implement corrective actions when required.
• Assist with new product introduction (NPI) activities by developing and delivering training associated with new processes, equipment, and procedures.
• Participate in internal audits, regulatory inspections, and customer audits as a training subject matter expert.
• Monitor training compliance and proactively address overdue qualifications.
• Support both day shift and night shift based on business needs Perform other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, or related field
• 5-10 Years of experience if biotech/biopharma laboratory or manufacturing experience preferably in a Cell Therapy manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
• Excellent Aseptic Technique and Cleanroom Skills
• Ability to perform aseptic gowning on a daily basis
• Computer software skills (i.e. Cornerstone, Microsoft Office, Trackwise)
• Database and spreadsheet creation and maintenance
• Organization, record keeping, and planning skills
• Managing multiple projects, time management skills
• People management and training methods
• Able to assess and recommend training needs and training assignments/requirements/curricula.
• Ability to lead cross-functional consultation on training strategy, strong facilitation and delivery skills, and ability to coordinate complex training initiatives.
• Skilled in coaching, training, and facilitation practices
• Ability to travel at least 20% travel based on site location and or client visits

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 value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.