Manufacturing Specialist, Quality Assurance (Night Shift) (Biotech)

 

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.

Join Lonza as a Manufacturing Specialist, Quality Assurance in beautiful Bend, OR. This is an outstanding opportunity to be part of a world-class team that is determined to positively impact millions of lives through flawless manufacturing processes. As a Manufacturing Specialist in Quality Assurance, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our products meet the highest standards of quality and safety.

Note:  Schedule will be 4 ten hour shifts (4pm - 3am Wed-Sat)

Key responsibilities:

• Strictly adhere to and enforce quality assurance protocols to ensure products meet industry standards.
• Successfully implement quality control procedures and monitor manufacturing processes.
• Conduct detailed inspections and testing of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods.
• Compile and analyze data to determine trends and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and refine quality assurance strategies.
• Report any non-conformances or potential quality issues to management promptly.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of quality assurance activities.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action investigations.
• Train and mentor team members on quality standards and procedures.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to improve product quality and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Act as a key point of contact for internal and external audits.

Key requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in quality assurance within a manufacturing environment.
• Profound understanding of GMP regulations and quality assurance standard methodologies.
• Outstanding attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Proven track record of successfully implementing quality control processes.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Proficiency with quality assurance software and tools.
• Dedication to maintaining a safe and inclusive workplace.
• Ambitious approach with a passion for continuous improvement.
• Ability to compete and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

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.