Operational Technology Technician (Night Shift)

Shift: 6PM-6aM M,T F, Sat ,Sun next week is Weds and Thursday

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 talented 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 to be part of.

Embark on a night shift journey with Lonza AG, where your technical skills will develop the future of operational technology! As an Operational Technology Technician, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and improving the manufacturing and process automation systems that drive our success.

• Deliver 24x7x365 support to manufacturing operations by troubleshooting equipment, systems, instrumentation, servers, and processes to resolve issues that may arise during manufacturing campaigns.

• Provide process automation support for ongoing production operations and new equipment/process introductions.

• Offer off-shift and on-call support when necessary, ensuring that our operations run efficiently at all times.

• Assist other departments by evaluating historical process/equipment data to drive continuous improvement.

• Monitor and troubleshoot daily system backups to maintain flawless operations.

• Train users in the basic operation and maintenance of computers and related components.

• Communicate progress and opportunities effectively to collaborators.

• Act as the overseer for F&E equipment and systems, ensuring their efficient operation.

• Perform duties as a system administrator for manufacturing equipment and systems, conducting regular assessments of the OT systems.

• Ensure various user levels have appropriate, detailed training and authorization for access to F&E managed computer systems.

• Handle backup/archiving/restoring of OT configuration and batch/recipe/methods.

• Support or maintain the OT network, control, and I/O level networks.

• Improve process control by using innovative automation concepts and solutions.

• Evaluate and enhance site OT guidelines for both hardware and software.

• Assist with projects and guarantee compliance with site OT guidelines.

• Review Qualification/Validation protocols and related documentation.

• Support internal and external audits and regulatory inspections.

• Guarantee that new and legacy systems align with current IT/OT security policies and regulations, including FDA 21 CFR part 11 and Annex 11.

• Evaluate and integrate technology to incorporate innovation into process and equipment builds.

• Interact with internal/external customers to evaluate process requirements and ensure facility and equipment OT capabilities can accommodate.

• AS Degree in Mechanical, Electronic, Instrumentation, or Electrical Field, or equivalent experience.

• Significant experience in automated hardware, software, instrumentation, and computerized system administration supporting a production environment.

• Hands-on experience with platforms and systems like Unicorn, OSIsoft PI, Vaisala ViewLinc, Rockwell, Automated Logic WebCTRL, Wonderware System Platform, Window OS, DCS, and Industrial Communication Networks.

• cGMP experience preferred.

• Outstanding troubleshooting skills and strong communication abilities.

• Ability to work well in both team environments and independently.

• Proficient with MS Office Suite.

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including the successful candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and job-related knowledge. Full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including performance-related bonus, medical and dental coverage, 401k plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off (PTO), and more.

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