Manufacturing Project Associate

Job Title: Manufacturing Project Associate

Location: Portsmouth, NH, (On-site)

As a Manufacturing Project Associate at our Portsmouth site, you will support cross-functional efforts that help deliver high-quality biologics to patients. You will work closely with Manufacturing, MSAT, and Quality teams to drive improvements, solve problems, and support key operational goals. This role is based onsite, where working in person supports collaboration and effective execution of technical and quality-driven work.

This role follows a Monday – Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

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

• Opportunities to grow and develop your career

• Exposure to cross-functional teams and projects

What you will do

• Support and own cross-functional projects from planning through completion

• Identify process improvement opportunities during manufacturing and drive implementation

• Support investigations, including deviations, OTNs, and lab investigations

• Assist with the implementation of equipment and process changes

• Review and support batch records and manufacturing documentation

• Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs)

• Coordinate with teams to support commissioning and readiness activities

What we are looking for

• 0–4 years of experience in GMP manufacturing or a related environment

• High school diploma required; BS degree in a related field preferred

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing

• Ability to manage tasks, timelines, and changing priorities

• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills

• Ability to work collaboratively across teams

• Experience with Microsoft Office tools; SAP experience is a plus

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.