Quality Control Scientist

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three 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 to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world.

And that's the kind of work we want to be part of. Lonza Rockland, is looking for a skilled Quality Control Scientist to perform all levels of testing in the Quality Control lab from raw materials through finished products. He/She will ensure product meets required specifications and performance standards.

Dispositions product and assists with troubleshooting internal/external concerns. Aids in the development, review, and approval of test methods, procedures and product specifications to ensure accuracy and applicability. Performs other duties as assigned.

Key responsibilities: Perform test methods, lab equipment maintenance/repair, calibrations, record keeping, etc. in accordance with established procedures. Enter test results and disposition raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods in accordance with established procedures.

Recommend classification of agarose powder products based on established specifications and procedures. Support process improvement efforts, including site product/process training. Support Tech Support, as needed, with in-process LumiTech testing.

Provide training to Manufacturing technicians to support continuous product and process improvements during process refresher trainings and Operation's Process Quality trainings. Provide support in investigation of nonconformance or product complaint. Actively participate in corrective and preventative action identification and implementation.

Support validation of revised test methods and/or new equipment through testing.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Key requirements:

Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology or Biology related field or relevant work experience Working experience within cGMP industry/lab environment. Previous experience using SAP, Documentum, and Power BI Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams and projects. Experience with speaking publicly.

Able to maintain control of meetings as required. People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world.

The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference. Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.