Lead Operator

Job Title
Lead Operator, GMP Manufacturing - 2nd shift

Location
Tampa, FL

Join our GMP Manufacturing team where you’ll lead day‑to‑day production operations and guide personnel through clinical and commercial manufacturing activities. In this role, you’ll help ensure compliant, efficient execution of projects that support Lonza’s mission to deliver breakthrough therapies.

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.

What you will do

• Lead assigned personnel and oversee daily GMP clinical and commercial manufacturing activities.
• Organize workflow, delegate tasks, and support meeting targets, deadlines, and project milestones.
• Perform or oversee equipment setup, daily checks, and execution of batch record instructions across operations.
• Serve as management “Designee” for process‑related signatory responsibilities and review batch records for clarity and completeness.
• Train, mentor, and advise team members, contributing to professional growth and operational excellence.
• Write, review, and approve SOPs, specifications, and other controlled documents.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with QAU, PM, Technical Services, PDS, EHS, WH, and other groups to support project success.

What we are looking for

• 5+ years of experience in a cGMP pharmaceutical manufacturing environment required.
• 2 years of leadership experience required.
• Strong technical understanding of GMP operations, including dispensing, equipment operation, testing, inspection, and packaging.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and experience guiding, training, or overseeing operational staff.
• Ability to review documentation for accuracy and compliance and to represent management when needed.
• Effective communication and organizational skills to coordinate workflow and support multiple stakeholders.
• HS Diploma or GED required; additional relevant training or experience strongly valued.
• Commitment to Safety and Sustainability, including proactive reporting and willingness to stop work when necessary.

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.