Production Lead

Lonza • Bend, OR

10d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a unique opportunity to support the startup of a new pharmaceutical manufacturing facility and play a key role in its long-term success. You will help bring operations online and lead teams to deliver safe, high-quality production. During startup, you will support facility readiness, equipment commissioning, and process validation. After launch, you will lead a high-performing team to deliver safe, compliant, and efficient manufacturing operations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Experience in pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing environments
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work across teams and influence outcomes
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to make informed decisions
• Leadership potential with experience guiding or supporting teams
• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement

Nice To Haves

• a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Support equipment commissioning, qualification, and validation activities during startup
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, and technical teams to prepare systems for manufacturing
• Develop and improve SOPs, batch records, and operational procedures
• Identify and resolve issues during startup using data and team input
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing production team
• Transition operations from startup to steady-state manufacturing
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement

Benefits

• Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.
• 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 lead high-impact, visible projects
• Career growth within a global organization
• Access to Lonza’s global benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED