Manufacturing Specialist – Mammalian Bioprocessing

About the role

Lonza is seeking Manufacturing Specialists for its Ibex facility in Visp to execute operational activities on assigned manufacturing projects, either in upstream or downstream processing, following cGMP guidelines.

Key responsibilities

• Execute manufacturing activities in upstream or downstream processing, ensuring batch execution, evaluating test results and troubleshooting equipment.
• Support preparation of safety, health, environmental, and cleaning risk assessments and implement defined measures.
• Assist in document preparation such as electronic batch records and SOPs, and review production documentation for deviations and CAPAs.
• Participate in capital investment projects, providing input for set‑up, commissioning and qualification of new manufacturing suites and equipment.
• Train manufacturing staff on specific equipment and standard operations.

Required profile

• Completed education in chemical/biopharmaceutical fields; Bachelor’s or Master’s in Biotechnology, Biology, Biochemical Engineering or related discipline is a plus.
• Sound knowledge of biotechnological processes, including microbial or mammalian cultivation and protein purification.
• Excellent communication, team‑player attitude and solution‑oriented mindset.
• Fluency in English required; German is a plus.
• Willingness to work a 4‑shift system.

Required skills

• cGMP compliance
• Upstream processing
• Downstream processing
• Microbial cultivation
• Mammalian cultivation
• Protein purification