United States, Vacaville (California)
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.
You will be working with the Process Automation team on exciting projects such as tech transfers and new technology introductions. The projects include Cell Culture Plants (CCP) 1 and 2, as well as Distributed & Manufacturing Control Systems (DCS - Siemens/Modicon and MCS Honeywell/Rockwell).

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• A bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, computer science, or relevant field is preferred.
• Experience in coding using computer and automation within a manufacturing or life sciences environment in preferred.
• Understanding of distributed control systems, process control systems, software development methodologies, and automated systems life cycle support in a regulated industry.
• Understanding of cGMP particularly as they relate to the operation, validation, and maintenance of computer-controlled systems.
• Familiarity with Instrumentation, Systems, and Automation Society (ISA) Standards S88 and S95 as well as the International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering (ISPE) Good Automated Manufacturing Practice (GAMP) Guide to the Validation of Automated Systems.
• Working knowledge of the Food and Drug (FDA) Code of Federal Regulations (CFRs) and the European Medicines Authority (EMA) including the International Council for Harmonization (ICH) regulations.
  Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.
  People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.
  We recognize that attracting, developing, and retaining the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure that we are able to attract the best candidates. As required by law in this state, the quoted salary range for this position is $93,000 and $149,000. We use broad salary ranges that reflect the competitive market for similar jobs, provide sufficient opportunity for growth as you gain experience and expand responsibilities; while also allowing for differentiation on performance based on the breadth of our ranges, most new hires will start at the company between the lower and the middle part of the applicable range. We tailor our offers within the range based on job-related factors, including organizational needs, internal equity, market data, geographic area and the selected candidate’s experience, education, industry knowledge, location, technical and/or communication skills and other factors that may prove relevant during the selection process. This range is only inclusive of base salary, and base pay is just one component of Lonza’s total compensation package for employees. Full-time employees are eligible to receive a performance-related bonus, as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental coverage, 401k plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off (PTO), and more.
  Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
  Reference: R69717

• Provide automation support to Vacaville Manufacturing Operations.
• Develop and update automation-related specifications and participate in design reviews for CCP1 DCS and CCP2 MCS.
• Perform off-line and on-line coding, testing, and peer reviewing.
• Own the design, development, and execution of Automation Change Records (ACRs), Quality Change Records, and control qualification/commissioning test documentation.
• Serve as the automation lead for unit operations, driving efficient issue resolution and change implementation on large/complex projects.
• Assess proposed changes and evaluate discrepancies during manufacturing operations.
• Troubleshoot process, equipment, and system malfunctions or failures.
• Participate in the on-call rotation to provide 24/7 support for CCP1 DCS and CCP2 MCS automation systems.
• Manage unplanned event actions, assessments, and record ownership and coordinate planned event assessments and actions.
• Act as the automation representative across functional departments.
• Contribute to the development of policies and standards for the Automation Field at the site.
• Implement new approaches within Automation to improve quality and efficiency.