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.
Key responsibilities:
Lead and administer all aspects of people processes related to the employee life cycle. This includes the selection, hiring and training of personnel on company and department policies, systems and processes. Lead and communicate compensation related information per company guidelines.
Coach and develop staff by providing an environment that encourages ongoing personal and professional development. Manage and ensure the setting of realistic personal goals for staff and provide regularly scheduled feedback throughout the year. Ensure staff receives appropriate knowledge and skill development and growth opportunities.
Assign activities to staff.
Routinely monitor progress and completion bf assigned staff activities.
Supervise routine activities of moderate complexity.
Notify Senior Management of potential quality or regulatory issues that may affect product quality or regulatory compliance.
Sign documents for activities as authorized and described by Lonza policies, procedures and job descriptions.
Be accountable for behaviors described in Lonza Competencies.
Follow proper safety precautions and laboratory technique in the use of reagents and other chemical compounds, including but not limited to acetonitrile, chlorine, acids and bases, biologic toxins, microorganisms and potent compounds.
Meets scheduled performance of 95% on time.
Perform any other tasks as requested by Senior Management to support Quality activities.
Technical Duties/Responsibilities:
Provide technical and compliance guidance on test methods.
Review, evaluate and approve test data against established criteria.
Provide input for the resolution of Out of Specification (OOS), complaints, discrepancies and Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA). Design testing strategy to support investigation.
Review technical investigation reports and provide input as requested.
Identify potential improvements to Quality Control systems and procedures gaps, and implement improvements as directed.
Provide guidance and coaching in the application of cGMP throughout Quality Control operations.
Receive and provide training.
Participate in collaborations to support complex and/or multi-site projects.
Participate in internal and external audits and regulatory inspections.
Provide input and guidance to authors of protocols and reports.
Review and approve proposed changes to systems, test procedures, test methods, procedures and submissions to regulatory agencies.
Participate in validation and qualification studies.
Key requirements:
B.A. or B.S. degree (preferably in Life Science) and at least two years of experience in a related industry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of cGMPs strongly preferred
Ability to interpret and relate Quality standards for implementation and review
Ability to make sound decisions about scheduling, allocation of resources, and handling priorities
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally both in writing and verbally
Flexibility in problem solving, providing direction and work hours to meet business objectives
We recognize that attracting, developing, and retaining the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure that we are able to attract the best candidates. As required by law in this state, the quoted salary range for this position is $88,000.00 and $140,000.00. We use broad salary ranges that reflect the competitive market for similar jobs, provide sufficient opportunity for growth as you gain experience and expand responsibilities; while also allowing for differentiation on performance based on the breadth of our ranges, most new hires will start at the company between the lower and the middle part of the applicable range. We tailor our offers within the range based on job-related factors, including organizational needs, internal equity, market data, geographic area and the selected candidate’s experience, education, industry knowledge, location, technical and/or communication skills and other factors that may prove relevant during the selection process. This range is only inclusive of base salary, and base pay is just one component of Lonza’s total compensation package for employees. Full-time employees are eligible to receive a performance-related bonus, as well as a comprehensive benefits package including 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.