Supervisor, Microbiology

Job Title: Supervisor, Microbiology

Location: Greenwood, SC (On-site)

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.

Based in Greenwood, SC, this role offers the opportunity to lead a dynamic microbiology lab team, driving quality and compliance in a fast-paced environment.

What you’ll get:

• An agile career and dynamic working culture
• An inclusive and ethical workplace
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance
• A variety of benefits dependent on role and location

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

What you’ll do:

• Lead daily operations of the microbiology lab and perform routine testing when needed
• Guide and support lab personnel and collaborate with site stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with 21 CFR-Part 111 and 117 regulations
• Drive investigations, issue deviations, and implement corrective actions
• Oversee documentation, KPIs, and performance goals
• Maintain and improve SOPs, protocols, and specifications
• Contribute to audits and initiatives that enhance quality systems
• Travel <10 %

What we’re looking for:

• A BA in biology or microbiology required (Master’s or PhD preferred)
• Proven experience in lab supervision and regulatory compliance
• Strong communication and inclusive leadership skills
• Ability to mentor and empower team members
• Familiarity with CAPA, OOS investigations, and quality systems
• Flexibility to work occasional weekends and holidays as needed
• A commitment to ethical standards and continuous improvement

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.