Operator / Biotechnologist (m/f/d) 50%-100% — Lonza
- Location
- Visp
- Contract
- Full-time
- Posted
- 92 days ago
Full description
Operator / Biotechnologist (m/f/d) 50%-100%
Location: Visp, Switzerland
The actual location of this job is in Visp, Switzerland. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed. Join our growing manufacturing teams in Visp and contribute to the production of life-changing medicines. This is an exciting opportunity for biotechnologists at various career stages to work in a highly innovative life sciences environment while developing technical expertise and supporting global healthcare advancements.
This is a fully site-based role. Working together in person supports close, real-time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.
What you will get
- An agile career and dynamic working culture.
- An inclusive and ethical workplace.
- Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
- A variety of benefits dependent on role and location.
- Flexible work options, including part-time opportunities where applicable.
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities to support career growth.
- Relocation support for eligible candidates
The full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits
What you will do
- Contribute to the manufacture of biopharmaceutical products while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and cGMP requirements.
- Execute production operations across different manufacturing processes, including documentation and process-related calculations.
- Identify, investigate, and help resolve process deviations to support continuous manufacturing excellence.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, and engineering stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate production records and support regulatory and quality standards.
- Assist in onboarding and training new team members, sharing technical knowledge and best practices.
- Support continuous improvement activities that enhance operational performance, safety, and product quality.
What we are looking for
- Education in biotechnology, biopharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, or a related life sciences discipline.
- Experience working in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or regulated manufacturing environment.
- Understanding of cGMP principles and quality-focused manufacturing practices.
- Ability to identify and solve process-related issues in a structured and compliant manner.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality standards.
- Effective communication skills in English
- German language skills are advantageous.
- Flexibility to work in shift patterns, including 4-shift operations where required.
About Lonza
At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of. Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.
Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.
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 81'000 - 135'000 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 citizens living in an EU/EFTA state can apply for a G permit and can work anywhere in Switzerland: border zones no longer apply to them, and they must return home at least once a week. The Swiss employer files the request with Canton Valais's migration office after the contract is signed. Processing times vary by 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?
Use the "Apply now" button on this page — it links directly to Lonza's original listing at lonza.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com, so your application goes straight to the employer's own applicant-tracking system. Frontaliere Ticino does not collect or forward applications itself.
