Lonza

Operator / Biotechnologist (m/f/d) 50%-100%

Switzerland · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerLonza
LocationSwitzerland
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted6 Aug 2026

Operator / Biotechnologist (m/f/d) 50%-100%

Location: Visp, Switzerland

The actual location of this job is in Visp, Switzerland. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.

Join our growing manufacturing teams in Visp and contribute to the production of life-changing medicines. This is an exciting opportunity for biotechnologists at various career stages to work in a highly innovative life sciences environment while developing technical expertise and supporting global healthcare advancements.

This is a fully site-based role. Working together in person supports close, real-time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.

What you will get

An agile career and dynamic working culture.
An inclusive and ethical workplace.
Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
A variety of benefits dependent on role and location.
Flexible work options, including part-time opportunities where applicable.
Ongoing learning and development opportunities to support career growth.
Relocation support for eligible candidates

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The full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits

What you will do

Contribute to the manufacture of biopharmaceutical products while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and cGMP requirements.
Execute production operations across different manufacturing processes, including documentation and process-related calculations.
Identify, investigate, and help resolve process deviations to support continuous manufacturing excellence.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, and engineering stakeholders.
Maintain accurate production records and support regulatory and quality standards.
Assist in onboarding and training new team members, sharing technical knowledge and best practices.
Support continuous improvement activities that enhance operational performance, safety, and product quality.

What we are looking for

Education in biotechnology, biopharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, or a related life sciences discipline.
Experience working in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or regulated manufacturing environment.
Understanding of cGMP principles and quality-focused manufacturing practices.
Ability to identify and solve process-related issues in a structured and compliant manner.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality standards.
Effective communication skills in English; German language skills are advantageous.
Flexibility to work in shift patterns, including 4-shift operations where required.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.

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