What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, MSAT position at US29 Lonza Bend Inc.?
Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five 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 Director, MSAT, you will lead technical strategy and capability development for manufacturing processes and equipment, ensuring operational excellence and compliance. This is an opportunity to shape innovation and mentor a high-performing team. What you will get: An agile career and dynamic working culture An inclusive and ethical workplace Compensation programs that recognize high performance Medical, dental, and vision insurance Access to global benefits: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits Key Responsibilities: Lead technical strategy for processes and equipment across the site Manage and develop MSAT team members, fostering expertise and growth Drive process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives Oversee complex investigations and ensure robust CAPA execution Partner with cross-functional teams to align technical capability with operational needs Support regulatory inspections and client audits as a senior technical expert Standardize best practices for validation and process verification Key Requirements: Advanced experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or technical operations Proven leadership in managing and developing technical teams Expertise in process capability, equipment reliability, and GMP compliance Strong foundation in chemical engineering and statistical analysis Experience with regulatory inspections and CMC strategy Ability to collaborate across functions and influence technical decisions Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence 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.
