Pharmaceutical Material Specialist I – Dispensing
Location: Vacaville, CA
Join our dynamic Dispensing team and play a key role in supporting the manufacture of therapeutic proteins (API). This role is ideal for individuals excited about hands-on work in a cGMP environment, contributing to life‑changing biopharmaceutical production.
What you will get:
The full-time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $58,000-$92,000. In addition, below you will find a comprehensive summary of the benefits package we offer:
Performance-related bonus
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) matching plan
Life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance
Employee assistance programs
Paid Time Off
Compensation for this role will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and relevant knowledge.
What you will do:
Perform and monitor all dispensing processes and weighs, including liquids, powders (hazardous and non‑hazardous), acids, and bases under cGMP guidelines to support therapeutic protein manufacturing.
Develop a foundational understanding of cGMP compliance while training, demonstrating aseptic technique and awareness of cross‑contamination risks.
Follow and adhere to all SOPs; monitor equipment and processes; conduct basic laboratory tasks including pH, conductivity, and sampling while gowned in a Class C environment.
Execute process recipes and maintain qualifications for all assigned tasks, including routine cleaning and sanitization of Dispensing equipment.
Complete peer First-Level Reviews of eDispense orders/kits following required training.
Prepare and transport materials to manufacturing suites; perform physical and system-based material movements.
Participate in safety inspections, report observations, attend shift exchanges/meetings, complete raw material requisitions, and generate scheduled eDispense recipes.
What we are looking for:
Associate degree and/or equivalent experience as a Dispensing Technician. AS/BS in a scientific field preferred.
Ability to comprehend and follow detailed instructions and operate effectively as an active member of a team.
Ability to learn quickly, interpret data, and apply critical-thinking and decision‑making skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Experience or familiarity with SAP, Syncaid, and Orchestrate systems.
Strong attention to detail, documentation accuracy, and willingness to work in a cGMP, PPE‑required production environment.
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 offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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.