Lonza · 1 month ago
Senior Visual Inspection Engineer (m/f/d) 80-100%
CH - Stein
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelLonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents, and they are seeking a Senior Visual Inspection Engineer to lead the introduction of two automated visual inspection lines. The role involves developing structured recipe strategies to ensure flawless production and supporting innovation efforts in the visual inspection department.
BiotechnologyLife SciencePharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Bring two new automated visual inspection lines into production
Develop a structured recipe development approach for a complex and evolving product portfolio (vial liquid, lyophilized, and pre-filled syringes). Establish a systematic and automated approach for recipe development and change control to reduce technical transfer time in AVI
Execute and support recipe validation and qualification, including all relevant documentation
Develop a LEAN approach for recipe development to support a complex product portfolio (vial liquid, lyophilized, and pre-filled syringes). Act as a key partner in ensuring a cost-efficient visual inspection (VI) department through continuous recipe improvement, leading to lower eject rates (gray) and false reject rates (FRR)
Implement image and video databases, along with data visualization, to support continuous improvement and future AI integration
Support or lead innovation efforts, including the future implementation of virtual PQ and an artificial intelligence (AI) layer in existing AVI systems
Qualification
Required
Masters or PhD in Life Science, Engineering, Computer Vision or equivalent experience
Several years of experience in the pharmaceutical GMP-controlled environment
Strong technical knowledge of automated visual inspection (AVI) and 100% camera in-process control (IPC) in filling lines, e.g., crimping quality
Strong technical knowledge of optical systems for troubleshooting, including cameras, lenses, and lighting
Experience in developing new recipes in AVI, including experience in recipe qualification and validation
You enjoy working independently in a highly dynamic environment
Fluency in English (knowledge of German is a plus)
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
Along with competitive salaries, you’ll find a wide range of lifestyle, family and leisure benefits available.
Company
Lonza
Lonza Group supplies products and services to pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries.
Founded in 1897
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$444.8M2023-11-06Post Ipo Debt· $444.8M
2020-12-07IPO
Leadership Team
Wolfgang Wienand
Chief Executive Officer
Alfons Ehinger
Founder
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