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Lonza Company Culture
Lonza Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews3.3/5
Lonza's Overall Culture is rated C
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Compensation
A-Perks & Benefits
A-Happiness
BCEO Rating
C+Outlook
C+Lonza CEO
Top 50%Top 50% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Pierre-Alain Ruffieux
69 /100
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Diversity at Lonza
Bottom 35%Bottom 35% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
C-
Diverse employees at Lonza have rated Compensation, Perks And Benefits, and Happiness as the highest categories they have scored
Women at Lonza
Bottom 20%Bottom 20% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
D
Women at Lonza have rated Compensation, Perks And Benefits, and Happiness as the highest categories they have scored
Lonza eNPS
Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Top 50%Top 50% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
2
Lonza employees are 2% more likely to recommend Lonza as a great place to work
| 40% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 22% | Passives |
| 38% | Detractors |
Working at Lonza
Working at Lonza is rated below average by 229 employees, across various culture dimensions. Lonza employees rate Compensation highest among all categories, and think that Professional Development and Team have the most room for improvement, putting Lonza’s culture in the Bottom 45% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 50% compared to other companies in Saint Louis, MO. See below in detail how working at Lonza was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Lonza
C
Overall Company Culture at Lonza is rated C
Last updated 17 days ago
Bottom
45%
Lonza ranks in the Bottom 45% of other companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
Lonza Employee Reviews
Out of 127 Lonza employee reviews, 70% were positive. The remaining 30% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Lonza improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 70% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 30% |
Positive Reviews From Lonza Employees
- What did you like most about the interview process?They followed up as scheduled.
- What makes you most happy at work?Knowing my role is important.
- What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?Healthy environment. The culture is respectful
Constructive Feedback From Lonza Employees
- What do your coworkers need to improve and how could you work together better?More training and hire talented people
- What's going wrong and how can it be improved?Customer service is terrible and need to improve
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?Restructuring the leadership team, and removing bias people that are excel sheet masters from the commercial team
Lonza Company Information
Lonza Company Overview
Lonza provides product development services to the pharmaceutical and biologic industries.
Lonza Mission, Vision & Values
Lonza Mission & Values
Serving Today’s and Tomorrow’s Market Needs by Bringing Biotech and Specialty Chemical Expertise to Our Customers. With more than a century of experience, we have a unique capability to connect biotech expertise with fine chemical know-how, which allows us to provide the best solutions for our customers’ success.
Lonza Vision Statement
The goal of Lonza's Vision Zero initiative is to achieve zero workplace accidents and injuries, zero environmental incidents, zero product transportation incidents and zero manufacturing process incidents.
Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility at Lonza
Sustainability is a key consideration for us in all we do.
Our actions, on a global scale, take into account our effects on the environment and society as a whole. The endeavors we embark on today should not compromise the well-being of the generations to come.
The Lonza Safety and Sustainability Policy underlines our commitment to
compliance and integrity
Vision Zero (zero accidents, injuries and incidents)
our people
our environment
society
With our new 2030 Targets, we aim to improve our environmental footprint by reducing energy and material demand per unit (2% per year). Our yearly 3% CO2-target aligns with global CO2 reduction target initiatives
(–50% of 2010, as stated in the Paris Agreement).
As a new step on the sustainability path, we published a Sustainability Report in 2019, following the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards. The report focuses on 16 environmental, economic and social topics identified as material by stakeholders.
To learn more about Lonza’s approach to sustainability, download the Sustainability Report 2018.
Lonza Group Ltd joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) in March 2009 and reports on indicators like:
human rights
labor
environment
anti-corruption
| Headquarter | Scott Air Force Base, IL United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.lonza.com |
| Founding Date | 1897 |
| Company Status | Public |
| Stock | LZAGY |
Lonza Competitors
Lonza competitors include Cambrex Corporation and Stemcell Technologies. Lonza ranks 1st in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Lonza compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
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Lonza Employees
229 employees at Lonza have reviewed Lonza across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was 17 days ago.
Overall, the 229 Lonza employees give their leadership a grade of C-, or Bottom 35% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Lonza are pleased with their total compensation at Lonza, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Lonza are not very pleased with their team. 229 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a C-. Half of them believe the meetings at Lonza are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Lonza believe the environment at Lonza is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Lonza is extremely fast. About 39% of the employees at Lonza work 8 hours or less, while 15% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at Lonza are generally happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
A Day in the Life
A Day in the Life
Lonza employees generally work 9.9 hrs a day
Work Hours
A Day in the Life
Employees at Lonza report the work pace is extremely fast
Work Pace
A Day in the Life
On a typical day, employees at Lonza have 4+ meetings
Meetings
A Day in the Life
73% of Lonza employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
Coworkers
A Day in the Life
Lonza employees most often take 20-30 paid vacation and sick days each year
Perks & Benefits
A Day in the Life
37% of Lonza employees report they are happy with their work life balance
Work Life Balance
A Day in the Life
Lonza employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Once a year
Feedback
A Day in the Life
61% of Lonza employees call their work environment positive
Environment
Joining Lonza - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from employees about joining Lonza is that the company was very unprepared on their first day. Lonza employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 67% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
Lonza KPIs and OKRs
At Lonza 50% of employees think their department KPIs and OKRs are clear. Employees’ understanding of Lonza's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 13 Lonza employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 8 have said yes.
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Lonza CEO & Leadership
Lonza CEO - Pierre-Alain Ruffieux
69 /100
Lonza’s CEO Pierre-Alain Ruffieux started in this role in 2020. Pierre-Alain’s approval rate is just above average, putting Pierre-Alain in the Top 50% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 50% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in Saint Louis, MO. Pierre-Alain Ruffieux is well regarded by employees for the Compensation Lonza offers, and ranks among the Top 15% of CEOs by employees in that category. Pierre-Alain is most liked by employees identified with Other ethnicities and employees with the company for 5 to 10 Years. However, employees in the Operations department have a slightly unfavorable view of the CEO. When compared to Lonza’s competitors, Pierre-Alain Ruffieux ranks just above Stemcell Technologies’s CEO Allen Eaves. With Pierre-Alain’s leadership, Lonza employee respondents are most happy about their Compensation and Perks And Benefits. Pierre-Alain was rated slightly below average for Gender.
Lonza Leadership
The Lonza Executive Team is rated a “C” and led by CEO Pierre-Alain Ruffieux, Sr VP Operation Robert Stadalius, and VP, US Microbial Operations Anthony Rotunno
Pierre-Alain Ruffieux CEO / President
Pierre-Alain Ruffieux serves as the CEO / President of Lonza.
Robert Stadalius Sr VP Operation
Robert Stadalius serves as the Sr VP Operation for Lonza. Robert started at Lonza in October of 2011. Robert is based in... read more
Anthony Rotunno VP, US Microbial Operations
Anthony Rotunno serves as the VP, US Microbial Operations for Lonza. Anthony started at Lonza in December of . Anthony... read more
Rob Diharce Business Controller, VP Finance Biopharma Segment
Rob Diharce serves as the Business Controller, VP Finance Biopharma Segment for Lonza. Rob started at Lonza in February... read more
Ernst Lippert VP of Global Marketing & Technology
Ernst Lippert serves as the VP of Global Marketing & Technology for Lonza. Ernst started at Lonza in January of 2016.... read more
Mike DeGennaro Global VP Human Nutrition Marketing & Sales
Mike DeGennaro serves as the Global VP Human Nutrition Marketing & Sales for Lonza Inc.. Mike started at Lonza Inc. in... read more
Tommy Kyzer VP, US Consumer and Export Sales
Tommy Kyzer serves as the VP, US Consumer and Export Sales for Lonza. Tommy started at Lonza in March of 2010. Tommy is... read more
Michael Chaffee VP, Marketing & Strategic Development
Michael Chaffee serves as the VP, Marketing & Strategic Development for Lonza Biologics. Michael started at Lonza... read more
Peter Zambetti Sr. Director Global Business Development and Regulatory Strategy, Consumer Health and Nutrition
Peter Zambetti serves as the Sr. Director Global Business Development and Regulatory Strategy, Consumer Health and... read more
Lonza Salaries
How much does Lonza pay?
How much do people at Lonza get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Lonza is $140,013, or $67 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $134,091, or $64 per hour.
At Lonza, the highest paid job is a Senior Designer at $253,530 annually and the lowest is an Admin Assistant at $43,212 annually. Average Lonza salaries by department include: Finance at $91,068, HR at $125,267, IT at $79,596, and Engineering at $152,307. Half of Lonza salaries are above $134,091.
76 employees at Lonza rank their Compensation in the Top 15% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 245 ratings) while 75 employees at Lonza rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 15% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 83 ratings).
Salaries contributed from Lonza employees include job titles like Senior Developer, Operations Manager, SysAdmin, and IT Support Engineer. Comparably data has a total of 2 salary records from Lonza employees.
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $73k | $73k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $102k | $102k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $134k | $134k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $189k | $189k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $237k | $237k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $267k | $267k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $299k | $299k | 100th Percentile |
$140,013*
Average Compensation
$134,091*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Lonza Salaries by City
Lonza Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Lonza
Diverse employees at Lonza score the company 61/100 across various culture categories, placing Lonza in the Bottom 35% of companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Lonza across various culture dimensions.
Ranked Culture the Highest
Ranked Culture the Lowest
Lonza Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
- PTO / Vacation Policy
- Paid Holidays
- Maternity / Paternity Leave
Financial Benefits
- 401K / Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Lonza PTO
Lonza's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 20-30 days off a year with 50% of employees expected to be work free while out of office. Lonza's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $1500 - $2500 cash value per month.
Other than healthcare, which of the following benefits is most important to you?
Does your boss expect you to work when you're on vacation?
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Lonza Careers
Lonza Jobs
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H1B Visa
In 2019, Lonza applied for 8 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 100% were approved.
Work Permit Application Outcome
8
Total Applied
H1B Applications Outcome
- 100% Granted (8 out of 8)
- 0% Denied ( out of 8)
- 0% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection ( out of 8)
- 0% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer ( out of 8)
This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data
Let Lonza Know You Want To Work There
Overview of Candidates Interested in Lonza on Comparably
Candidates By Department
All Industries | 40% | |
|---|---|---|
Executive | 20% | |
Sales | 20% | |
Customer Support | 20% |
Candidates By Location
Boston | 20% | |
|---|---|---|
Portland | 20% | |
Niles | 20% | |
Miami | 20% | |
Stockbridge | 20% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding Lonza
Who is the CEO of Lonza?
Lonza CEO is Pierre-Alain Ruffieux, their score by employees is 69
What is Lonza eNPS?
The eNPS for Lonza is 2
What is the salary for Marketing Manager in Lonza?
Marketing Manager average salary in the US is 114k
What are the salaries in the Engineering in Lonza?
The average salaries for Engineering in Lonza is 152k
Who are Lonza competitors?
Lonza main competitors are Cambrex Corporation, Stemcell Technologies
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