Team Leader Moulding Engineer

Johnson & Johnson Innovation; Limerick; On-site; EUR 63,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Vacation days

Parental leave

Well-being reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Vision Care Ireland in Limerick, Castletroy, seeks a Team Leader Moulding Engineer to lead injection moulding operations and deliver process improvements. You will guide cross-functional teams, ensure equipment meets specifications, and support NPI to qualify new products.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, data-driven decisions, and collaboration across manufacturing, quality, and engineering to drive breakthrough performance while complying with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 8 Honours Degree (B.Sc. or B.Eng.) in a related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a manufacturing environment or similar.
• Proven track record of delivering results in a technical or engineering role.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership within a production value stream for injection moulding operations.
• Ensure moulding equipment meets company specifications, schedules and budgets.
• Support NPI activities through process characterisation and stability runs to qualify new products and processes.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and improve OEE.
• Drive identification and resolution of corrective and preventative actions for moulding process quality issues.
• Apply data-driven decision making and structured problem-solving to resolve process challenges.
• Collaborate across cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products on time and cost-effectively.
• Manage and coordinate multiple engineering projects in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Troubleshoot complex equipment, systems and process issues using advanced statistical techniques.
• Communicate technical findings and project outcomes across the organisation.

Skills

Leadership

Moulding engineering

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Continuous improvement

OEE optimization

Education

Bachelor's or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or related discipline

Tools

DOE (Design of Experiments)

Process Capability Analysis

Six Sigma / Black Belt

FDA validation knowledge

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 Description

Opportunity: Team Leader Moulding Engineer

Reporting To: Moulding Manager

Location: Limerick, Ireland

About Johnson & Johnson Vision Care Ireland

Johnson & Johnson Vision Care Ireland, located in Castletroy, Limerick, is the producer of the world's leading contact lens products. Our site uses some of the industry's most advanced technologies and directly employs over 1,000 people.

We produce a diverse range of contact lenses through highly automated manufacturing processes, combining innovative material science with cutting-edge technologies including precision injection moulding, robotics, vision systems and data analytics.

With over 40 sophisticated production lines manufacturing more than 8 million contact lenses every day, our products are shipped to customers worldwide.

Job Purpose

Our Injection Moulding Engineering team supports exciting and innovative manufacturing value streams. The successful candidate will be a key member of the team, providing technical leadership in process improvement initiatives, resolving complex moulding process challenges, and supporting both internal and site-wide projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership within a production value stream for injection moulding operations.
• Ensure moulding equipment meets company specifications, schedules and budgets.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities through process characterisation, challenge testing, process capability studies and stability runs to qualify new products and processes in line with the annual business plan.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product quality and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Drive the identification and resolution of corrective and preventative actions associated with moulding process quality issues.
• Apply data-driven decision making and structured problem-solving methodologies to resolve complex process challenges.
• Collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, high-quality products to customers in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Manage, plan and coordinate multiple engineering projects in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Troubleshoot complex equipment, systems and process issues using advanced statistical and analytical techniques.
• Communicate technical findings and project outcomes across the organisation.
• Stay current with emerging injection moulding technologies and engineering developments to drive breakthrough performance improvements.
• Support the design, development, installation and validation of injection moulding equipment and processes.
• Provide timely and accurate project reporting.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support daily manufacturing operations.
• Demonstrate strong leadership and foster a high-performance team culture.
• Develop and maintain a Credo and Behavioural Standards-based culture within the group.
• Ensure timely closure of Quality System documentation, including Audit Actions, NCRs, CAPAs and related activities.
• Support the implementation of engineering and plant strategic initiatives.

Education & Experience

Essential Qualifications

• Minimum Level 8 Honours Degree (B.Sc. or B.Eng.) in Physics, Chemistry, Biological Science, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Process Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a manufacturing environment or a similar technical setting.
• Proven track record of delivering results in a technical or engineering role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using advanced statistical and problem-solving methodologies, such as:
  • Design of Experiments (DOE)
  • Process Capability Analysis
  • Hypothesis Testing
  • Six Sigma or Black Belt methodologies
• Familiarity with equipment validation within a regulated FDA environment.
• Strong project management skills, including FPx or equivalent methodologies.
• Experience leading and influencing cross-functional teams.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills.

Why Join Us?

At Johnson & Johnson, you'll have the opportunity to work with world-class technology, contribute to innovative healthcare solutions, and help improve the lives of millions of people around the world. You'll be part of a collaborative environment that values continuous learning, innovation, and personal development.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation is enabled by bringing together people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can reach their full potential.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Join us and help shape the future of eye health while making a meaningful impact on the lives of millions of people around the world.

Required Skills

Accelerating, Developing Others, Facility Management, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing Principles, Lean Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Performance Measurement, Product Design, Robotic Automation, Safety-Oriented, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), Supply Planning, Talent Management, Team Management

Preferred Skills

Accelerating, Developing Others, Facility Management, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing Principles, Lean Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Performance Measurement, Product Design, Robotic Automation, Safety-Oriented, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), Supply Planning, Talent Management, Team Management

The anticipated base pay range for this position is:

€63,300.00 - €101,315.00

Benefits

In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (percent 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.