Lead Technician Media-2nd Shift

Location

This position is based in our Walkersville, MD office. The typical work schedule is Monday through Thursday, 2:00 PM–12:00 PM EST.

The full-time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $72,000 to $114,000. In addition, below you will find a comprehensive summary of the benefits package we offer:

• Performance-related bonus.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) matching plan.
• Life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Paid time off (PTO).

Compensation for this role will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and relevant knowledge.

As a Lead Technician, you will play a key role in supporting production operations within a Powder or Liquid Media manufacturing environment. This role combines hands‑on manufacturing responsibilities with team leadership, ensuring compliance with GMP standards and operational excellence in a fast‑paced, safety‑focused setting.

• Execute aseptic processing in a cleanroom environment in accordance with SOPs.
• Set up, operate, and maintain production equipment.
• Complete manufacturing documentation accurately and in real time.
• Perform personal and environmental monitoring.
• Gown and work in aseptic conditions.
• Clean production tanks and associated equipment.
• Formulate bulk production batches and stock solutions.
• Process batches using LFBSC (Laminar Flow Biological Safety Cabinet).
• Conduct integrity testing on sterilizing filters.
• Prepare and assemble materials for autoclaving.
• Perform material transfers, including de-boxing, disinfecting, and staging cleanroom materials.
• Support drum filling operations as needed.
• Maintain production inventory within assigned areas.
• Ensure general upkeep and preventative maintenance of equipment and facilities.
• Review and approve batch records and production documentation.
• Stay current with all required training.

• Prior experience in a GMP-regulated manufacturing or cleanroom environment preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow complex procedures.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Support updates to SOPs, batch records, and related documentation.
• Investigate and document deviations in compliance with GMP standards.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Adaptable and proactive in a fast‑paced, high‑volume setting.
• Willingness to work onsite (minimum four days per week).

Training

Schedule:

First Shift – 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Thursday.

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.