QA Specialist III at Lonza Inc. in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

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.

Join Lonza AG in Houston, TX, USA, as a QA Specialist III in our growing Health Care division. This opportunity is uniquely positioned within our thriving and rapidly growing sector, ensuring that quality standards are closely met to support outstanding manufacturing operations. As part of our dynamic team, you will contribute to remarkable processes and innovations that truly make a difference.

Key responsibilities:

• Perform the Quality Assurance review of GMP documents, including master documents, completed documents, and quality-controlled documents.




• Conduct QA walkthroughs and collaborate closely with manufacturing and support groups to resolve identified issues.




• Support investigations using problem-solving tools, implementing corrective actions, and handling change controls as necessary.




• Review and maintain GMP master documents and completed GMP documents from QC, manufacturing, material management, and other departments contributing to lot production.




• Track quality records, complete quality assurance on the floor, and ensure overall cGMP compliance.




• Engage in activities related to equipment/facilities/utilities validation.




• Maintain a deep understanding of regulations (US, EU, and other) and demonstrate strong GDP experience.




• Perform other duties as assigned.

Key requirements:

• Consistent track record to handle rapid changes in priorities and effectively communicate these to collaborators.




• Confirmed capability to support cross-functional efforts and take on additional responsibilities as needed.




• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective collaboration and interactions with others.




• Dedication to proactive problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives.




• Ability to make informed decisions, address areas of conflict, and practice safety awareness consistently.




• Advanced experience (5-10 years) in the biologics and pharma industry, with a solid understanding of GMP, GDP environments, and equipment/facilities qualifications.

Shift: QA Specialist III (Tues.-Sat., day shift 7am-4p)

Join us in our mission to drive success while technically adhering to ethical standards and crafting a positive impact on the health care industry. Together, we can achieve perfect execution and innovative advancements.

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.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.