Core Technician – (Night Shift)
Lonza
Summary
Support the GMP production of viral therapeutics through aseptic processing, including cell culture, purification, formulation, and fill/finish activities. Maintain cleanroom environments, prepare buffers and components, and ensure adherence to cGMP standards and documentation practices.
Job description
What you will do
- Perform GMP-compliant production of viral therapeutic products, including large-scale mammalian cell culture.
- Execute aseptic processing techniques across production activities such as purification, formulation, and fill/finish.
- Prepare buffers and components and operate equipment such as autoclaves and other process systems.
- Operate manual, semi-automated, and automated production equipment to support clinical manufacturing.
- Maintain cleanroom operations including stocking, setup, and adherence to gowning procedures.
- Assist in validation activities, equipment troubleshooting, changeovers, and data collection.
- Support cell banking activities and ensure accurate documentation of all performed tasks.
What we are looking for
- Demonstrated knowledge of aseptic techniques and cGMP manufacturing environments required.
- Experience with cell culture, viral production, or related bioprocessing techniques preferred.
- Ability to follow detailed SOPs and perform tasks under close supervision while maintaining accuracy and compliance.
- Familiarity with cleanroom operations, including gowning qualifications and behavior standards.
- Capable of operating and supporting troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment.
- Strong documentation skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- Effective communication skills and ability to work both independently and in a team-based environment.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding gowning and cleanroom tasks.
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences preferred; Associate’s degree or relevant experience also acceptable.
Requirements
- Demonstrated knowledge of aseptic techniques and cGMP manufacturing environments required
- Experience with cell culture, viral production, or related bioprocessing techniques preferred
- Ability to follow detailed SOPs and perform tasks under close supervision while maintaining accuracy and compliance
- Familiarity with cleanroom operations, including gowning qualifications and behavior standards
- Capable of operating and supporting troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment
- Strong documentation skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
- Effective communication skills and ability to work both independently and in a team-based environment
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding gowning and cleanroom tasks
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences preferred; Associate’s degree or relevant experience also acceptable
Benefits
- Performance-Related Bonus
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 401(k) Matching
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Paid Time Off
Company overview
Lonza is a pioneering global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) and a world leader in pharmaceutical manufacturing services. Founded in 1897 in Switzerland, the company has evolved into the first and original CDMO, now operating as one of the largest Western CDMO networks with approximately 19,000 employees across more than 30 sites spanning five continents. Lonza specializes in transforming therapeutic discoveries into life-saving and life-enhancing treatments for patients worldwide. The company's comprehensive services span from early development to drug substance and drug product manufacturing, covering established and emerging technologies including mammalian biologics, small molecules, highly potent APIs, bioconjugates, mRNA, microbial products, and cell and gene therapies. With a focus on cutting-edge science, smart technology, and lean manufacturing, Lonza serves a diverse customer base ranging from emerging biotechs to global pharmaceutical companies, delivering integrated solutions throughout the entire treatment lifecycle.