Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Operator

Location: Bend, OR.

Relocation compensation is available.

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five 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.

Make a Difference in a Growing Industry! Join our expanding team in Bend, Oregon as a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Operator. In this role, you'll be a critical part of producing life-saving and life-enhancing medicines used by patients around the world. Whether you're starting a new career or bringing manufacturing experience, we provide comprehensive training, hands-on support, and clear pathways for advancement. If you're dependable, motivated, and eager to learn, we'd love to meet you. 

Now hiring forboth Day &Night Shift — 12-hour rotating schedule (3 days one week, 4 days the next), including at least one weekend day. 

Shape the future of medicine by building new pharmaceutical products from clinical scale to full manufacturing.

What you will get: 

• Starting pay of $24/hourbaseplusdaily manufacturing overtimebuilt in to our current shift schedule.

• 15%more pay when you work nights,increasing yourstartingpay to $27.60/hour(before overtime).

• Lonza bonus programfor all employees: Performance-linked variable pay plan that rewards yearly company and individual success.

• Day-One Insurance: Life, disability, and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options.

• 401k Match: 100% match up to 6% of your salary, plus an extra automatic company contribution.

• Starting PTO of 3 weeks + 5 floating holidays to use at your discretion

• Tuition Reimbursement Program. 

• Access to Lonza’s global benefits: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.

What you will do:

• Workin a safe, high-quality cGMP space that values your personal growth and new ideas.

• Operate and monitor pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment used to mix, fill, and package medications.

• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and maintain GMP and cleanroom standards.

• Accurately measure ingredients and document production data.

• Disassemble, clean, sanitize, and reassemble equipment between production runs.

• Perform routine equipment inspections, maintenance, and safety checks.

• Work closely with teammates to meet production, quality, and safety goals.

• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and operational excellence.

What we are looking for:

• High School diploma or GED.

• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, includingone weekend day.

• Strong attention to detail and communication skills.

• Comfortable wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• Ability to lift and move equipment safely.

• Willingness to learn and work in a regulated environment.

• Ability to pass background check, drug screen, and physical exam.

• Manufacturing, production, food processing, warehouse, biotech, pharmaceutical, military, or technical experience is a plus—but not required. We provide the training you need to succeed.