Operator / Senior Operator - Vaccine Production (80-100%)

About the role

Lonza is looking for an Operator or Senior Operator (80%-100% availability) for a fully site-based role in vaccine production in Visp, Switzerland. The position suits both experienced professionals and those early in their career, and involves working closely with project teams during the project phase and the transition to routine operations.

Key responsibilities

• Support project teams in implementing and starting up innovative vaccine manufacturing processes.
• Contribute to the qualification, commissioning and validation of new production areas, systems and equipment.
• Operate manufacturing equipment independently, including preparation, execution, monitoring and cleaning according to approved procedures.
• Perform environmental monitoring, in-process controls (IPC) and sampling in GMP-regulated environments.
• Monitor production, identify issues and support troubleshooting and continuous improvement.
• Document manufacturing activities in a GMP-compliant way using electronic systems and logbooks.
• Handle, inspect, clean and store production equipment to the highest standards of quality, safety and compliance.

Required profile

• Completed apprenticeship in a pharmaceutical, chemical, biotechnology or related technical field, or a university degree in a relevant discipline.
• Previous experience in pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing and GMP environments is advantageous.
• Strong safety awareness and commitment to quality and compliance.
• Team player with ownership and accountability.
• Fluent German and/or English.
• Flexibility to work in a 4-shift production environment.

What we offer

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Compensation programs that recognise high performance.
• A variety of benefits depending on role and location.