Lonza America Inc

Senior Analytical Instrumentation Specialist

Lonza America Inc$93K — $155K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate degree in a technical discipline preferred; High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Advanced technical knowledge of analytical instrumentation and maintenance practices.
  • Experience collaborating with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering teams.
  • Proficiency in CMMS and calibration management systems; SAP experience preferred.
  • Understanding of GMP regulations and data integrity requirements.
  • Experience supporting regulatory inspections and audits (FDA, EMA, etc.).
  • Strong planning, scheduling, and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as primary contact for QC, MSAT, and Manufacturing equipment owners.
  • Plan and manage preventive maintenance, calibration, and repair activities.
  • Coordinate with external service providers to troubleshoot equipment issues.
  • Oversee vendor performance, service agreements, and compliance requirements.
  • Manage procurement activities for quotations and purchase orders.
  • Maintain integrity of CMMS data and equipment records.
  • Ensure GMP compliance by supporting qualification assessments and audits.

Benefits

  • Performance-related bonus
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) matching plan
  • Life insurance and disability insurance
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Paid Time Off
Full Job Description

The Senior Analytical Instrumentation Specialist serves as the key liaison between instrumentation owners, Engineering, Quality, Procurement, and external service providers to ensure the reliable, compliant, and efficient operation of analytical equipment supporting QC, MSAT, and Manufacturing. This role coordinates preventive maintenance, calibration, repairs, vendor services, and equipment lifecycle activities, while ensuring CMMS accuracy, GMP compliance, and inspection readiness. Working closely with cross-functional teams, the incumbent manages equipment performance, qualification impacts, change controls, vendor effectiveness, and maintenance KPIs to drive continuous improvement, maximize asset reliability, and support uninterrupted laboratory and manufacturing operations.

 

 

 

What you will get

 

The full-time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $93,000 to $155,000. 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

  

What you will do

  •  Serve as the primary point of contact for QC, MSAT, and Manufacturing equipment owners, coordinating equipment support and issue resolution.

  • Plan and manage preventive maintenance, calibration, repair, and vendor service activities to ensure equipment reliability and compliance.

  • Coordinate with service providers and contractors to troubleshoot equipment issues, minimize downtime, and maintain operational readiness.

  • Oversee vendor performance, contractor compliance, service agreements, onboarding, and laboratory access requirements.

  • Manage procurement activities, including quotations, purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and service-related expenditures.

  • Maintain CMMS data integrity, equipment records, work orders, maintenance history, and asset performance metrics.

  • Ensure GMP compliance and inspection readiness by supporting qualification assessments, change controls, deviations, CAPAs, audits, and regulatory requirements.

 

What we are looking for

  • Associate degree in a technical discipline preferred; High School Diploma or GED required.

  • Apply advanced technical knowledge of analytical instrumentation and maintenance practices to troubleshoot and resolve complex equipment issues.

  • Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering teams to support cross-functional decision-making and equipment reliability.

  • Utilize CMMS, calibration management systems, and business software applications (Microsoft Office); SAP experience preferred.

  • Ensure compliance with GMP regulations, data integrity requirements, and site quality standards for analytical instrumentation.

  • Support regulatory inspections and audits (FDA, EMA, etc.) by maintaining compliant documentation and maintenance records.

  • Demonstrate strong planning, scheduling, and coordination skills to effectively manage maintenance activities and service providers.

 

 

About Lonza America Inc

Lonza America Inc is a subsidiary of Lonza Group, a Swiss multinational company that provides products and services to the pharmaceutical, biotech, and specialty ingredients markets. Lonza America Inc is responsible for the North American market and offers a range of products and services, including custom manufacturing, research and development, and quality control testing. The company has a strong focus on sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. Lonza America Inc was founded in 1897 and has since grown to become a leading provider of products and services in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries.
Learn more about Lonza America Inc
Size
16,218 employees
Industry
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