Manufacturing Specialist Vibe-X (80%-100%)

About the role

Lonza is looking for a Manufacturing Specialist for its Vibe-X business unit in Visp, Switzerland. This is a fully site-based role in a GMP environment, contributing to the start-up of new manufacturing facilities and the ongoing production of biopharmaceutical products. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families.

Key responsibilities

• Support project teams in developing, implementing and validating vaccine manufacturing processes and production facilities.
• Carry out manufacturing activities in Upstream Processing, Downstream Processing or Bioconjugates in line with cGMP requirements and approved procedures.
• Support SHE, environmental monitoring, operational and cleaning risk assessments and the implementation of mitigation measures.
• Review and prepare manufacturing documentation such as electronic batch records, SOPs and production documents.
• Investigate deviations, support change controls and drive CAPA implementation.
• Act as manufacturing subject matter expert during capital investment, commissioning, qualification and start-up projects.
• Train and support manufacturing teams on equipment operation, processes and standard procedures.

Required profile

• Vocational training in chemistry, pharmacy, biotechnology or a related discipline, or a Bachelor's/Master's degree in Biotechnology, Biology, Biochemical Engineering or a comparable field.
• Experience or strong theoretical knowledge of biotechnological manufacturing processes such as microbial cultivation, mammalian cell culture, protein purification or bioconjugation.
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams and communicate with stakeholders.
• Fluent English; German is an advantage.
• Willingness to work in a 4-shift environment.

Required skills

• Strong problem-solving and proactive approach.
• Basic understanding of GMP-regulated pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical production is advantageous.

What we offer

• An agile career and dynamic working culture in an inclusive workplace.
• Compensation programs for high performance and benefits depending on role and location.
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates and their families.