Line Facilitator (Product Fulfilment)

Johnson & Johnson; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare leader is seeking a skilled Line Facilitator in Leeds, UK, to drive hands-on production activities and continuous improvement initiatives. This role emphasizes efficiency, quality compliance, and team development within the manufacturing assembly sector. The ideal candidate should possess a recognized qualification along with solid experience in supervised manufacturing, particularly in the medical device field. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare by leveraging your talents.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervised manufacturing (medical device preferred) with knowledge of GMP and validation principles.
• Proven ability to interpret technical drawings and work instructions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform fabrication and machining activities including machine set‑up and operation.
• Monitor machine cycle times and part quality, leading corrective actions when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, SOPs, and cGMP/GMP standards.

Skills

Agile Manufacturing

Assembly Operations

Communication

Data Savvy

Execution Focus

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Manufacturing Processes

Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT)

Plant Operations

Predictive Analytics

Predictive Maintenance

Problem Solving

Process Oriented

Quality Auditing

Repair Management

Safety‑Oriented

Technologically Savvy

Education

Recognized qualification or experience in assembly/manufacturing operations

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 https://www.jnj.com

Job Function

Supply Chain Manufacturing

Job Sub Function

Manufacturing Assembly

Job Category

Business Enablement/Support

All Job Posting Locations

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Description

About Orthopaedics

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of Orthopaedics? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our Orthopaedics teams help keep more than 6 million people moving each year while delivering clinical and economic value to surgeons and healthcare systems. Our teams build solutions for joint reconstruction; trauma and craniomaxillofacial; sports, extremities, and elective foot and ankle; spine; and robotics and digital surgery.

Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals.

Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes, and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

We are searching for the best talent for a Line Facilitator (Product Fulfillment) to be in Leeds, United Kingdom!

Purpose

At Johnson & Johnson, we encourage skill advancement and career growth. As we gear up for new production initiatives, we’re looking for a skilled individual to join our manufacturing team. This role involves hands‑on production activities, reporting, and continuous improvement efforts to ensure efficiency and scalability.

As a Line Facilitator, you will:

• Perform fabrication and machining activities (~80%), including machine set‑up, operation, finishing, inspection, and handling of metal and plastic components.
• Carry out indirect duties (~20%) such as production reporting, expediting, supporting continuous improvement projects, and preparing audit documentation.
• Monitor machine cycle times and part quality; identify deviations and lead corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, SOPs, and cGMP/GMP standards; maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Apply knowledge of machine tooling, diagnostics, and quality control to support new projects and increase capacity.
• Train and mentor team members on specialized fabrication machinery; provide cross‑site support when required.
• Perform operator asset care and first‑line maintenance to ensure equipment reliability.
• Lead improvement and 6S activities to enhance yield, efficiency, and safety.

Requirements & Skills

• Recognized qualification or experience in assembly/manufacturing operations.
• Experience in supervised manufacturing (medical device preferred) with knowledge of GMP and validation principles.
• Familiarity with lean principles, 6S, and Operator Asset Care.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and work instructions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Proactive and resilient, with sound judgment and discretion.
• Experience mentoring or training colleagues on specialized machinery.
• Knowledge of ERP systems and strong safety focus.

At Johnson & Johnson, we want every candidate to feel supported throughout the hiring process. Our goal is to make the experience clear, fair, and respectful of your time.

What You Can Expect

• Application review: We’ll carefully review your CV to see how your skills and experience align with the role.
• Getting to know you: If there’s a good match, you’ll be invited to a short call with one of our recruitment team to understand more about you and answer any questions that you might have.
• Staying informed: We know waiting can be hard and processes can evolve; our recruitment team will keep you updated and make sure you know what to expect at each step.
• Final steps: For successful candidates, you will need to complete country‑specific checks before starting your new role. We will help guide you through these.

Finally, at the end of the process, we’ll invite you to share feedback in a short survey — your input helps us continue improving the experience for future candidates. Thank you for considering a career with Johnson & Johnson. We’re excited to learn more about you and wish you the best of luck in the process!

Required Skills

• Agile Manufacturing
• Assembly Operations
• Communication
• Data Savvy
• Execution Focus
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Manufacturing Processes
• Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT)
• Plant Operations
• Predictive Analytics
• Predictive Maintenance
• Problem Solving
• Process Oriented
• Quality Auditing
• Repair Management
• Safety‑Oriented
• Technologically Savvy

Preferred Skills

• Agile Manufacturing
• Assembly Operations
• Communication
• Data Savvy
• Execution Focus
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Manufacturing Processes
• Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT)
• Plant Operations
• Predictive Analytics
• Predictive Maintenance
• Problem Solving
• Process Oriented
• Quality Auditing
• Repair Management
• Safety‑Oriented
• Technologically Savvy