Head of QC Microbiology and Environmental Monitoring

Head of QC Microbiology and Environmental Monitoring

Location: This is an on-site position located in Pearland, TX.

The purpose of this role is to lead a team of associates and oversee all aspects of the Microbiology and Environmental Monitoring Program, helping to assure compliant, effective, and modern contamination control strategy at the Lonza Houston Site. This position will be a key member of the Quality Leadership team.

What you will get:

A competitive compensation. In addition, below you will find a comprehensive summary of the benefits package we offer:

• 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:

• Lead the QC Microbiology and Environmental Monitoring Program, ensuring detailed execution and compliance.

• Supervise and mentor the QC Microbiology and Environmental Monitoring teams, encouraging a problem-solving approach.

• Be responsible for the site environmental monitoring and utility trend program, sharing insights with the Quality Council and advancing adverse trends appropriately.

• Lead environmental excursion and microbial investigations, implementing timely corrective actions.

• Prepare audit responses, deviations, and CAPA, ensuring detailed and timely resolutions.

• Prepare responses to audits, deviations, out of specification/lab investigations, customer complaints, and corrective/preventative actions (CAPA).

• Lead strategic projects in line with site and global quality strategy, supporting the Site Quality Plan and deliverables.

What we are looking for:

• 10+ years' QC Microbiology experience.

• 5+ years' people management/leadership experience.  A plus for shift structured team management.

• Commercial experience in environmental monitoring, in a sterile (aseptic) manufacturing plant, and with MODA system.

• Bachelor`s degree in science or related field, MS or Ph.D. is preferred.

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 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.