Manufacturing Associate Level 1

Job Title: Manufacturing Associate III

Location: Portsmouth, NH, (On-site)

As a Manufacturing Associate III at our Portsmouth site, you will play a key role in upstream production of therapeutic proteins that support patients worldwide. You will operate manufacturing equipment, execute complex processes, and ensure all work meets cGMP and safety standards. This is an onsite role requiring hands-on work and close collaboration. You will also support troubleshooting, lead by example within the team, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

This role follows a 12-hour day shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM on a rotating schedule of alternating days: two on, two off, three on, two off, two on, three off (repeating cycle).

What you will get

An agile career and dynamic working culture

An inclusive and ethical workplace

Compensation programs that recognize high performance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Opportunities to grow and develop your career

A collaborative and team-focused environment

What you will do

Set up, operate, and monitor manufacturing equipment, including CIP and SIP processes

Execute production processes following SOPs, cGMP, and GDP requirements

Perform advanced laboratory tasks such as sampling, pH, and conductivity testing

Troubleshoot routine and non-routine equipment and process issues

Review batch records, logbooks, and support deviation initiation

Train and support other associates on manufacturing tasks and process knowledge

Perform material movements and maintain equipment through cleaning and sanitization

What we are looking for

3+ years of upstream bioprocessing experience required; 5+ years in the biotech industry preferred

Experience in GMP manufacturing or a regulated biopharmaceutical environment

Strong understanding of cGMP, documentation practices, and process flow

Ability to troubleshoot equipment and support investigations

Strong communication skills, including technical writing

Attention to detail with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field preferred

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.