Upstream Bioprocess Associate - Night Shift (Onsite)

Lonza; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Career growth

Team collaboration

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Lonza in Portsmouth, NH, is seeking a Manufacturing Associate III to join our onsite team. You will set up, operate, and monitor upstream production equipment and perform advanced laboratory tasks while ensuring adherence to cGMP and safety standards.

The role follows a 12-hour night shift (7:00 PM–7:00 AM) on a rotating two-on, two-off, three-on, two-off cycle. You will train others, support investigations, and contribute to continuous improvement within a collaborative, on‑site environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years upstream bioprocessing experience required.
• Experience in GMP manufacturing or a regulated biopharmaceutical environment.
• Strong understanding of cGMP, documentation practices, and process flow.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and support investigations.
• Strong communication skills, including technical writing.
• Attention to detail with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a science-related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor manufacturing equipment, including CIP and SIP processes.
• Execute production processes following SOPs, cGMP, and GDP requirements.
• Perform advanced laboratory tasks such as sampling, pH, and conductivity testing.
• Troubleshoot routine and non-routine equipment and process issues.
• Review batch records, logbooks, and support deviation initiation.
• Train and support other associates on manufacturing tasks and process knowledge.
• Perform material movements and maintain equipment through cleaning and sanitization.

Skills

Upstream bioprocessing

GMP manufacturing

cGMP documentation

Equipment troubleshooting

Technical writing

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Science-related bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Lonza in Portsmouth, NH, is seeking a Manufacturing Associate III to join our onsite team. You will set up, operate, and monitor upstream production equipment and perform advanced laboratory tasks while ensuring adherence to cGMP and safety standards.

The role follows a 12-hour night shift (7:00 PM–7:00 AM) on a rotating two-on, two-off, three-on, two-off cycle. You will train others, support investigations, and contribute to continuous improvement within a collaborative, on‑site environment.