Lonza · 1 month ago
Plant Engineering Supervisor
Portsmouth, NH
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
5+ years expLonza is a global leader in life sciences manufacturing, and they are seeking a Plant Engineering Supervisor to provide technical leadership for manufacturing and process systems. The role involves overseeing engineering projects, managing a team of engineers, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.
BiotechnologyLife SciencePharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Act as the technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) to resolve major breakdowns, conduct technical data analyses, and support technology transfers
Assign and prioritize work for direct reports (4-7 engineers), conduct performance reviews, guide technical challenges, and manage engineering contractors
Plan and lead complex equipment/process improvements, and execute commissioning protocols (e.g., IQ/OQ, CIP/SIP)
Participate in Root Cause Analyses (RCAs) and deviation investigations, perform engineering reviews for deviations, and execute Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) tasks
Author and assess change requests and perform lot assessments required to support successful process changes and lot release
Initiate Engineering Document Change Requests (EDCRs) and author/review commissioning protocols, batch records, and SOPs resulting from CAPA initiatives
Stay current on all regulatory and departmental training requirements (e.g., ComplianceWire, SAP Learning Portal) and act as a qualified departmental trainer
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering Discipline is required with 5-10 years of biotech industry experience
A good understanding of design principles and standards within manufacturing facilities
Ability to handle multiple projects (3-5) simultaneously
Ability to effectively communicate via writing and oral communication at all levels to both internal and external customers
Ability to work effectively with internal and external teams or those outside formal line of authority (e.g. peers, senior managers) to accomplish project goals
Able to shift priorities based on company needs and able to multitask on multiple projects
The capacity to motivate and encourage others in the achievement of specific objectives
Benefits
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Opportunities for career development and advancement.
Supportive and collaborative team environment.
Access to cutting-edge technology and tools.
Commitment to employee well-being and safety.
Inclusive workplace culture.
Recognition and reward for your contributions.
Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families.
Company
Lonza
Lonza Group supplies products and services to pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
56%
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Engineering and Development
Marketing
Customer Service and Support
Trends of Total Sponsorships
*2024 (3)
2022 (1)
2021 (3)
2020 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$444.8M2023-11-06Post Ipo Debt· $444.8M
2020-12-07IPO
Leadership Team
Wolfgang Wienand
Chief Executive Officer
David Carter
Global Head of Communications, Vice President, Extended Executive Committee Member
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