Technologist
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 14, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 14, 2026.
Job Title: Quality Control Technologist - Raw Materials
Location: Slough, United Kingdom
Lonza is looking for a proactive Quality Control Technologist to join our Quality Control team at our Slough facility. In this role, you will play a vital role in ensuring that raw materials used in our manufacturing processes meet strict compliance, quality, and regulatory standards, while keeping laboratory operations running smoothly.
What you will get
- Work in an engaging and collaborative Quality Control department
- Deepen your expertise in raw materials management, analytical testing, and global compliance standards (GMP).
- Gain practical leadership experience by coordinating daily workflow scheduling and guiding team members on best practices.
- Directly impact manufacturing efficiency and safety by taking ownership of material release processes and quality investigations.
What you will do
- Perform the disposition and release of raw materials using SAP and LIMS, ensuring complete accuracy and compliance with site and regulatory requirements.
- Critically evaluate test results, complete raw material specification packs, and consolidate GMP packs for microbiology.
- Coordinate daily activities, maintenance, and scheduling within the Raw Materials team to ensure projects stay on track.
- Lead quality record completion and EHS actions, conducting root-cause investigations, impact analyses, and risk assessments when needed.
- Collaborate closely with operations by leading materials planning meetings and advising team members on documentation best practices.
- Oversee the archiving of assay forms and raw material specifications while maintaining meticulous record-keeping standards.
What we are looking for
- Educational or practical background in Analytical Chemistry or a related scientific discipline, with experience managing quality records.
- Hands-on experience navigating SAP and LIMS to review, track, and release materials.
- Strong commitment to maintaining GMP regulatory standards, championing workplace safety, and driving continuous improvement.
- A collaborative team player who shares knowledge, supports peers, and effectively communicates across cross-functional teams.
- Excellent multitasking and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Driven to align daily outputs with overall business strategy and customer satisfaction.
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.