Quality Control Associate I

Join Lonza in Vacaville, CA as a Quality Control(QC) Associate I. You will be a team member of the Quality Control department to support production of in-process, drug substance, drug product, raw materials, and stability lots for customer. Perform a broad variety of basic and moderately complex tests/activities in support of cGMP laboratory operations.


What you will get:

The full-time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $63,750 to $106,250. In addition, below you will find a comprehensive summary of the benefits package we offer:

• Performance-related bonus
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) matching plan
• Life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Paid Time Off

Shift : Back Half Graves: Wednesday to Saturday 6pm-4:30am

What you will do :

• Collaborate on cross-functional teams to create or improve business processes and resolve problems of moderate scope.
• Perform a variety of basic to moderately complex analytical tests on in-process materials, drug substances, drug products, and raw materials.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize product testing and general Quality Control lab operations.
• Utilize technical expertise to lead troubleshooting efforts and support method transfer activities within main operational areas.
• Support cGMP laboratory operations ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures for all customer stability lots.
• Identify and document deviations from accepted practices and participate in the evaluation and assessment of change records.
• Manage quality reagent preparation and inventory to ensure high-quality, on-time testing that meets manufacturing demands.

What we are looking for:

• B.S./B.A degree in Life Science or related field.
• Experience is in pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry desirable.
• Maintain strict Data Integrity standards in accordance with Lonza policies while utilizing laboratory computer systems and Microsoft Suite.
• Analyze data and troubleshoot semi-routine problems of moderate scope, identifying any deviations from accepted practices.
• Support cross-functional QC projects and expand responsibilities across diverse functional areas to meet business needs.

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 offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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.