Biotechnologist (f/m/d)

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three 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.

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 dependant on role and location.

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

What you’ll do:

• Carry out end‑to‑end Drug Product manufacturing under GMP: batch execution, documentation, troubleshooting, and review of results.

• Complete and maintain all GMP documentation (batch records, logbooks, forms). Support process changes and CAPA activities.

• Ensure every batch is made safely, on time, and according to quality and aseptic standards.

• Set up, operate, and clean equipment for liquid and freeze‑dried (lyophilized) vial manufacturing.

• Support compounding & formulations, buffer preparation, washing/autoclaving, filter integrity testing, filling/crimping, and visual inspection.

• Experience with aseptic handling inside isolators or conventional cleanrooms, or work with single use components is a major plus.

• Train colleagues and support cross‑functional teams with technical guidance.

• Report equipment issues and support engineering teams with repairs in cleanroom/aseptic areas.

What we’re looking for:

• 2–4 years of GMP shopfloor experience (ideally sterile Drug Product / Fill & Finish).

• Drug Product experience is a strong advantage. EFZ apprenticeship (mechanic or similar: production mechanic, car mechanic, etc.) Also practical experience in professions with high hygiene and cleanliness requirements, such as cook/chef or comparable roles.

• Good English skills for instructions and communication; German is a plus.

• Familiarity with GMP, SOPs, and quality processes.

• Reliable, well‑organized, team‑oriented working style.

• IT knowledge (SAP/MES is a plus).

• Willingness to support on‑call duties to some extent.

• Currently operating in a 2‑shift system; readiness for 3‑shift work (regular 5‑day week, occasional Saturday, no Sundays).

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.