Job Description

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there's no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is dedicated 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 you to be part of!

We're looking for a motivated Biotechnologist I to join our full-time, on-site production team in Portsmouth, NH, working a rotational day shift (7 AM - 7 PM). This role is responsible for the cGMP manufacture of therapeutic proteins (API), requiring the execution of process recipes and adherence to written procedures under close supervision. Key duties include monitoring equipment, performing basic lab tasks like pH/conductivity testing and sampling, and executing routine sanitization to maintain the facility. The ideal candidate must be eager to learn, demonstrate aseptic technique, and be committed to maintaining cGMP and GDP compliance.

Find out more about what a role at Lonza in Portsmouth, NH could look like for you by watching this short video.

Schedule:

Rotational: 2 on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off (repeat)
Day Shift: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

What will you get?

• An agile career and dynamic working culture
• An inclusive and ethical workplace
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance
• Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, and more

The full list of our global benefits can be also found on

What you'll do:

• Production Operations: Set up, operate, and monitor core production equipment and processes, including Clean-in-Place (CIP) and Steam-in-Place (SIP) operations.
• Basic Lab Work & Material Handling: Perform basic laboratory tasks, such as monitoring pH, conductivity, and product sampling, and accurately transfer raw materials and chemicals across production areas.
• Documentation & Compliance: Accurately document all production activities in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Good Documentation Practices (GDPs).
• Facility & Equipment Readiness: Maintain the cleanliness and organization of facilities and equipment, executing routine sanitization tasks and supporting 6S programs.
• Training & Development: Attain and maintain qualifications for all assigned tasks, actively keeping individual training plans up to date.
• Team & Administrative Support: Participate in essential administrative duties, including shift exchanges, meetings, email

What we're looking for:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required, AS/BS in Science-related fields is preferred
• Compliance & Process: Must be comfortable asking questions and strictly following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Experience (A Plus): Prior experience in a GMP, biotech, or pharmaceutical environment is beneficial but not required.
• Core Skills: Strong attention to detail is essential for accurate execution of tasks.

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.

Job Tags

Full time, Shift work, Day shift,

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