Bioprocess Engineer — Lonza
- Location
- Visp
- Contract
- Full-time
- Posted
- Yesterday
Full description
Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three continents. While we work in science, there is 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 is the kind of work we want to be part of.
Our Bioprocess Engineer USP will take over and manage the operational activities of assigned manufacturing projects with overall responsibility of standardization equipment/systems at Up Stream- (USP) within the Business Unit, Manufacturing Complex 2 (6x20kL Large Scale Mammalian).
Key responsibilities
- Develop and implement MC2 standardization equipment strategy and roadmap in alignment with local (site Visp) and global Lonza SU strategy.
- Lead multi-disciplinary project teams as functional lead for all manufacturing aspects of assigned projects.
- Ensure a high level of technical and process standardization within the production plant.
- Work as production expert in capital investment projects for building and commissioning of manufacturing units.
- Implement state of the art GMP documents and regulatory requirements for corresponding SU assets and products.
Key requirements
- BSC/MSc plus respectively > 5/3 years’ experience within the biotechnology industry.
- Excellent biotechnology expertise and/or knowledge in biotechnical engineering preferable in the area of mammalian cell culture and primary capture operations.
- Practical experience with stainless steel and Single Use Systems.
- Strong leadership and very good communication skills through interaction with all kinds of interfaces within and outside the organization; strong team orientation.
- Structured problem solving skills (Lean Six Sigma Yellow / Green Belt), focused and well-organized working attitude; open-minded for new ideas and suggestions; high motivation and dynamic drive; solution-oriented.
- Expert Delta V and/or Syncade Emerson systems.
- Deviation / investigations including RCA
- Change Management
- Fluent in German and/or English; advanced GMP understanding.
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.
Questions about this listing
What salary does Lonza offer for this role?
The original listing does not state a salary. Our estimate for this role and sector in Visp is CHF 68'000 - 92'000 gross per year — an estimate, not a figure communicated by Lonza. The calculator on this site converts a gross salary into your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Lonza offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Lonza during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Valais?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Valais can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Valais's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Lonza?
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