Job Opportunity in Bend, OregonThe actual location of this job is in Bend, Oregon (USA). Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed. 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.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 help people. In exchange, we give our people the freedom to own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world—and that's the kind of work we want you to be part of.This is a unique opportunity to support the startup of a new pharmaceutical manufacturing facility and play a key role in its long-term success. You will help bring operations online and lead teams to deliver safe, high-quality production. During startup, you will support facility readiness, equipment commissioning, and process validation.
After launch, you will lead a high-performing team to deliver safe, compliant, and efficient manufacturing operations.What You Will GetAn agile career and dynamic working cultureAn inclusive and ethical workplaceCompensation programs that recognize high performanceMedical, dental, and vision insuranceOpportunities to lead high-impact, visible projectsCareer growth within a global organizationAccess to Lonza's global benefitsWhat You Will DoSupport equipment commissioning, qualification, and validation activities during startupPartner with Engineering, Quality, and technical teams to prepare systems for manufacturingDevelop and improve SOPs, batch records, and operational proceduresIdentify and resolve issues during startup using data and team inputBuild, mentor, and lead a high-performing production teamTransition operations from startup to steady-state manufacturingPromote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvementWhat We Are Looking ForHigh School Diploma or GED required; a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is preferredExperience in pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing environmentsStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsAbility to work across teams and influence outcomesProblem-solving skills and the ability to make informed decisionsLeadership potential with experience guiding or supporting teamsCommitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvementAbout LonzaAt 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 breakthrough ideas into life-changing therapies, we look forward to welcoming you.Ready to Shape the Future of Life Sciences? Apply Now.