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.

Lonza Pharma & Biotech has an opening for an Operations Material Handler at our Bend, Oregon site. In this role, you will support manufacturing operations by ensuring materials and equipment are available, compliant, and properly managed. Your work will help maintain a safe and efficient environment that enables us to deliver life-changing products to patients worldwide.

• An agile career and dynamic working culture
• An inclusive and ethical workplace
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Built in OT (6-8 hours every week)
• Access to global benefits: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow and maintain compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Support day-to-day material handling and inventory control activities
• Manage hazardous waste and bulk solvent processes safely and efficiently
• Ensure work areas are stocked, organized, and meet safety standards
• Coordinate equipment transfers and maintain accurate logbooks
• Report issues promptly and assist with facility maintenance requests
• Participate in continuous improvement and safety initiatives
• Position will work 12-hour shifts (Sun-Tues, every other Wed) from 8;30am - 9:00pm. This will include some holidays.

Key Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED (associate or bachelor’s degree preferred)
• Clean driving record and active driver's license
• Experience with inventory control systems (SAP preferred)
• Familiarity with manufacturing or material handling environments
• Strong commitment to safety and quality standards
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Certifications in Lean Manufacturing or similar are a plus

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.