Production Support Associate - Fixed Term Contract

Geleen, Netherlands

The actual location of this job is in Geleen, Netherlands.

Join Lonza's manufacturing team in Geleen and help support the production of life-changing medicines. In this hands-on role, you will work in a GMP cleanroom environment, ensuring materials, equipment, and production areas are prepared so manufacturing activities can be carried out safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

This is a fully site-based role. Working together in person supports close, real-time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.

What you will get

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.

• An inclusive and ethical workplace.

• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.

• The opportunity to develop your career within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry.

• A structured manufacturing environment where quality, safety, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.

• Collaboration with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Supply Chain.

• A variety of benefits dependent on role and location.

The full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.

The full-time annual base pay for this position in the Netherlands is expected to range between EUR 32,250 and EUR 45,150. Initial salary placement within this range will be determined based on role-related factors such as experience, qualifications, and expected contribution.

What you will do

• Support daily manufacturing activities within a GMP cleanroom environment.

• Prepare, transport, and verify materials required for production processes.

• Perform cleanroom support activities, including cleaning, area preparation, and material handling.

• Conduct routine checks to ensure production areas and equipment are ready for manufacturing operations.

• Follow GMP, safety, hygiene, and quality procedures accurately and consistently.

• Work closely with Manufacturing teams and supporting departments to maintain efficient production schedules.

• Identify, report, and support the resolution of process deviations or operational issues.

What we are looking for

• MBO qualification or equivalent practical education in a technical, logistics, production, or scientific field.

• Previous experience in manufacturing, logistics, cleanroom operations, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, or another regulated environment is advantageous.

• A hands-on approach and strong attention to detail.

• Ability to follow established procedures and maintain high-quality standards.

• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

• Motivation to learn new skills and develop a career within GMP manufacturing.

About Lonza

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 value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.