Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Operator

1w1 week ago

Lonza

CH · Full-time · CHF 75,000 – CHF 95,000

About this role

Join our growing sterile Fill & Finish operations as an Operator and contribute to high-quality manufacturing in a dynamic, expanding environment. Become part of an international team in Stein, AG, Switzerland, with relocation assistance available for eligible candidates and their families. Currently working daytime, with a two-shift model planned around 2027/2028.

Operate assigned parts of fill & finish equipment and devices in a cleanroom, including pre- and post-processing. Execute microbiological environmental monitoring, in-process controls, and sampling. Adhere to relevant SOPs, EHS, and GMP regulations while documenting activities in systems like MES or logbooks.

Work in an inclusive and ethical workplace with an international team that values collaboration. Identify and report potential issues, supporting continuous improvement processes. Inspect equipment to ensure it is cleaned and correctly stored.

Enjoy an agile career and dynamic work culture at Lonza, with compensation programs recognizing high performance. Access numerous lifestyle, family, and leisure benefits tailored locally. Innovation thrives with diverse perspectives in our globally connected teams across 30+ sites.

Requirements

Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing within a GMP-controlled environment is essential
Experience working in a cleanroom is a strong advantage; exposure to aseptic Fill & Finish (vials or syringes) is a plus
Completed vocational training in the pharmaceutical field is considered an advantage
Detail-oriented mindset, with GMP-compliant work as a natural standard; enjoy collaborating in a team and thrive in a dynamic environment
Fluency in either German or English, with willingness to communicate in the other language
Willingness to work daytime initially and transition to a two-shift model around 2027/2028
Willingness to work in a cleanroom environment, including full gowning procedures

Responsibilities

Participate in qualification and validation of pharmaceutical production lines and processes (fill & finish lines) in a cleanroom
Adhere to relevant SOPs, EHS and GMP regulations
Independently operate assigned parts of fill & finish equipment and devices, including pre- and post-processing
Execute microbiological environmental monitoring, in-process controls and sampling
Identify and report potential issues, with active support in continuous improvement processes
Perform timely and GMP-compliant documentation of all activities (e.g., in MES or logbooks)
Inspect equipment, ensuring it is cleaned and correctly stored