Testing Specialist Production

Switzerland, Visp 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.
And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.
Due to the growth at our site in Visp, we are currently looking for several Manufacturing Specialists for our Ibex-facility.
In this role, you will be responsible for performing operational activities of assigned manufacturing projects in specific areas (Up-stream or Down-stream processing).
What you’ll do: Perform manufacturing activities in either the Upstream Processing or Downstream Processing area according to c GMP guidelines, ensuring batch execution, evaluating test results, resolving issues, troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and make recommendations for resolution Support the preparation of SHE (Safety, Health, environment), EM (Environmental Monitoring), operation and cleaning risk assessment for the assigned products and the implementation and control of defined measures Assist document preparation (e.g.
electronic batch records, SOPs) specific to the assigned production area Review production documentation and work on deviations, change requests and implementation of CAPAs to ensure high-quality GMP standards Engage in Capital investment projects for building and commissioning of new manufacturing units as manufacturing expert.
Responsible for delivering all input required for the specific set-up, commissioning and qualification of the manufacturing suites and equipment Responsible for the training of the manufacturing staff on specific equipment or standard operations What we’re looking for: Completed chemical / biopharmaceutical education or corresponding training qualification, Bachelor / Master's degree or equivalent experience in Biotechnology, Biology, Biochemical Engineering or related fields is an advantage Sound knowledge of biotechnological processes either in the area of microbial and/or mammalian cultivation or in the area protein purification Strong communication skills, collaborative great teammate, motivated and passionate about finding solutions Fluency in English required, fluency in German is considered a plus Open to work in shift (4-shift system) Basic GMP understanding is a plus Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.
These commitments span across our whole colleague community and executive management, where we have an ambition to actively promote gender equality by increasing the proportion of women in leadership.