Good entry-level experience and learned many purification operations. - Manufacturing Operator I Lonza Employee Review

3.0
Apr 11, 2013
Recommend
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Pros

Manufacturing Experience GMP Entry-Level Biotech Good training program Good Benefits program Operated Chromatography, ultrafiltration and diafiltration skids. Ran clean in place and steam in place processes on stainless-steel tanks. Participated in a team oriented atmosphere to accomplish complicated tasks.

Cons

Bad Hours. Disconnect between management and staff. Hours disruptive to work/life balance.

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Pros

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Cons

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4.0
May 14, 2026
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Pros

Lots to learn about producing API's via fermentation in bioreactors. Lots of room for career growth towards other departments and positions, from the business to the research. Good pay and lots of benefits are offered, such as dental, vision, and medical insurance; they also have a weight-loss program that I'm taking advantage of. Quality is prioritized, so there is no pressure to learn quickly, work faster, or meet quotas to do a good job. Teams are reliable, especially when learning the ropes; they'd be a part of the job I'd miss most if I leave.

Cons

Take careful consideration and be transparent with the supervisors if you're still exploring, as it's not an entry-level job that can hire and train new people at a fast pace all the time (I'm comparing this to retail and fast-food places, though). I live an hour away and work night shift, 7 pm to 7 am, thus the total amount of hours away from home is 14 hours. Please consider your mental endurance as well as your physical endurance for the night shift, as this job requires you to be on your feet, think critically, and can challenge one's work-home life balance.

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