Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three 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.

As a Senior MES Application Engineer, you will be a leader and contributor for the smooth operation of the sites MES system. You take on the responsibility for the design, specification, implementation, qualification, troubleshooting and continuous improvement of the manufacturing execution system in a biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility. You will be the liaison between Manufacturing, IT/OT departments and global partners. You will report to the Site Head IT/OT

Key responsibilities:

• Act as system owner for the MES and take the lead for the overall operation and maintenance of the system
• Plan and coordinate all change- and release management activities and guarantee the smooth operation of the system, including 2nd level support20%
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, other IT/OT service owners, and operational units to understand requirements, identify opportunities for improvement, and translate business needs into scalable and effective technical solutions10%
• Create and maintain GMP documents according to standards.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements, carrying out validation activities and support deviation investigation and CAPA development and completion.10%
• Be a technical expert to equipment and systems regarding operation and troubleshooting

Key requirements:

• Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering Technology, or a related field of study
• Experience-based knowledge and understanding are essential to success
• Experience1 to 2 years of experience as MES Application Manager/System Owner for a pharmaceutical company
• 5 to 8 years professional experience in IT for manufacturing sites
• GMP environment experience
• Previous exposure to any of the commercial MES systems
• Previous experience in management of IT applications connected to external systems
• Previous exposure supporting Microsoft infrastructure (Windows Server, MS SQL)

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.