Biotechnologist II (Nights)

Location: Portsmouth, NH

We are seeking motivated and dependable individuals to join our rotational night shift (7:00 PM to 7:00 AM) in Portsmouth, NH, supporting the manufacture of essential medicines. In this role, you will operate production equipment, perform laboratory activities, and help maintain a clean, safe, and compliant manufacturing environment. This position is well suited for individuals who are reliable, detail-oriented, comfortable working in a highly regulated environment, and interested in building a career in life sciences manufacturing. If you are looking for an opportunity where your work contributes directly to the production of medicines that make a meaningful difference in patients' lives, we would like to meet you.

Schedule:

• Shift/Hours:  A-Nights 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
• Rotation: 2 nights on, 2 nights off, 3 nights on, 2 nights off, 2 nights on, 3 nights off
• Cycle: Repeats every two weeks
• Shift Differential: Weekend work is required as part of the normal rotation, night and weekend hours are eligible for additional pay

What you will get:

• An agile career and dynamic working culture in an inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• A variety of benefits dependent on role and location. The full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.

What you’ll do

• Set up, operate, and monitor manufacturing equipment and processes, including clean-in-place (CIP) and steam-in-place (SIP) operations, in accordance with established procedures and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).
• Complete and review production records and required documentation accurately and in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDPs).
• Identify, communicate, and assist in troubleshooting process and equipment issues, escalating concerns appropriately.
• Attain and maintain qualification for assigned tasks and remain current with training requirements.
• Perform routine laboratory and in-process testing, including pH and conductivity measurements, product sampling, and other process monitoring activities.
• Serve as a resource for less-experienced associates and support their training and development.
• Perform material movements, including transferring and staging raw materials, chemicals, components, and process materials throughout production areas.
• Maintain manufacturing facilities and equipment through routine cleaning and sanitization, while supporting 6S and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in shift exchanges, team meetings, projects, and other activities supporting manufacturing operations.
• Collaborate with team members and support functions to meet production, quality, safety, and compliance requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What we’re looking for

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred, ideally in science, engineering, biotechnology, or a related technical field.
• Manufacturing experience preferred; experience in a cGMP-regulated environment or as a Level I Associate in biopharmaceutical manufacturing is a plus.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures, recognize abnormal conditions, and appropriately evaluate or escalate issues.
• Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and functions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety, quality, compliance, and operational excellence.
• Ability to prioritize work and adapt to changing production schedules and business needs.
• Demonstrates company cultural beliefs and behaviors, seeks and applies feedback, takes on increasing responsibility, and contributes to individual and team development.

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 offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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