Manufacturing Operations Support Specialist

7555-Janssen Pharmaceutica NV Legal Entity; Geel; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Vacation days

Parental leave

Bereavement leave

Caregiver leave

Well-being reimbursement

Insurance plans

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Support Specialist for the Beerse site to lead investigations in device assembly and packaging. You will work with QA, Engineering, MSAT and Operations to protect product quality and patient safety, delivering timely corrective actions.

Fluency in English is required; Dutch is a plus. The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, cross-functional collaboration, and rigorous documentation to ensure cGMP compliance and ongoing supply

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, or life sciences.
• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or medical devices.
• Proficient in GMP concepts and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end investigations into deviations, incidents and complaints in device assembly and packaging.
• Analyze batch records, equipment data, vision/inspection outputs, alarms and yield trends.
• Define and drive CAPAs with QA, Engineering and Maintenance to restore reliability.
• Prepare cgMP‑compliant investigation reports and support risk assessment & CAPA governance.
• Turn findings into durable improvements: standard work, training, procedures and controls.
• Coach operators on investigation quality and documentations; participate in reviews/audits.

Skills

CAPA

Deviations

Root cause

cGMP

Data analysis

Documentation

Cross-functional

Problem solving

Quality systems

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com. As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function: Supply Chain Engineering

Job Sub Function: Manufacturing Engineering

Job Category: Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations: Beerse, Antwerp, Belgium

Job Description

About Innovative Medicine Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow. Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine

We are searching for the best talent for the Manufacturing Operations Support Specialist to be based in Beerse. Join our Device Assembly & Packaging team to lead technical investigations that protect product quality, patient safety and supply continuity. You will work with Quality, Engineering, MSAT and Operations to solve complex issues in device assembly and packaging. English is required and Dutch is an asset — this is a hands‑on, cross‑functional role with real impact!

You will be responsible for:

• Lead end-to-end investigations into deviations, incidents and complaints in device assembly and packaging to find facts and deliver clear corrective actions.
• Analyze batch records, equipment data, vision/inspection outputs, alarms and yield trends to assess product, patient and compliance impact.
• Define and drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) with QA, Engineering and Maintenance to restore reliability and prevent recurrence.
• Prepare timely, cGMP‑compliant investigation reports and support risk assessment, product disposition and CAPA governance.
• Turn investigation findings into durable improvements: standard work, training, procedures and preventive controls that improve right‑first‑time performance.
• Coach operators and teams on investigation quality, good documentation and disciplined problem solving; represent Operations in cross‑functional reviews and audits.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, life sciences, chemistry, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, medical devices, combination products, packaging or formal investigations in a regulated environment.
• Strong working knowledge of cGMP, data integrity, deviation management, root cause analysis, risk assessment and CAPA principles.
• Familiarity with automated production equipment, vision/inspection systems and packaging materials is an advantage.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to turn complex technical data into clear, evidence‑based conclusions and meet critical timelines.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills in English (professional); Dutch is an asset for site collaboration.

Required Skills

Accelerating, Analytical Reasoning, Coaching, Communication, Facility Management, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Lean Manufacturing Principles, Lean Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT), Problem Management, Project Engineering, Project Schedule, Report Writing, Safety-Oriented, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application, Technologically Savvy

Preferred Skills

Accelerating, Analytical Reasoning, Coaching, Communication, Facility Management, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Lean Manufacturing Principles, Lean Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT), Problem Management, Project Engineering, Project Schedule, Report Writing, Safety-Oriented, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application, Technologically Savvy

The anticipated base pay range for this position is: €60,000.00 - €96,255.00

In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well‑being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well‑being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers. *This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/.