Biotechnologist I (B Shift Days)

Biotechnologist I (B Shift Days) 

Location: The location of this job is in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

Check out this video about what a career at our Portsmouth NH facility could look like for you: Your Career with Lonza in Portsmouth, NH - YouTube

Shift Schedule: The shift schedule is from 7am-7pm, on a rotational schedule every other week:

• Week 1: M/T/F/SAT
• Week 2: SUN/W/TH
• Shift differentials are included for weekends and nights worked
• Initial 2-week training period on day shift Monday-Friday upon hire for new hires

The Biotechnologist I is responsible for the manufacture of therapeutic proteins (API) under current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) conditions. Level I associates are expected to execute process recipes, follow written Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), monitor equipment and processes, independently perform laboratory tasks, including pH, conductivity testing, product sampling, and conduct routine sanitization tasks to maintain facility and equipment. They are expected to demonstrate a strong understanding of cGMP compliance while operating under supervision, and aseptic technique in handling of products and materials. Level II Operators may also be asked to troubleshoot equipment events, initiate deviations, review batch records and logbooks.

What you will get:
 

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.

• An inclusive and ethical workplace.

• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.

The full list of our global benefits can be also found on https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.

What you will do:

• Set up, operate equipment, and monitor production processes, including clean-in-place (CIP) and steam-in-place (SIP) operations and report production in written and electronic documents in accordance with good documentation procedures (GDPs), troubleshooting issues and review documentation as appropriate.

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

• Demonstrate proficiency at laboratory tasks, such as monitoring pH, conductivity, product sampling etc.

• Perform material movements, transfer materials and chemicals in, out, and across the production areas.

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

• Administrative tasks – attending shift exchange, meetings, sending/receiving emails, participating in projects.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; AS/BS preferred in a science-related discipline

• Working experience in manufacturing; cGMP setting preferred

• Proven logic and decision-making abilities, critical thinking skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.

• The employee is living the cultural beliefs with the flexibility to adapt to changing business priorities. Is open to and actively seeks out feedback on their performance and translates that feedback into action.

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

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.