Manufacturing Operator

Biopharma Careers; Leiden; Remote; EUR 35,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Vacation days

Parental leave

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson in Leiden is seeking an Operations Support Contributor for our Manufacturing/Process Operations team. The role focuses on executing routine tasks, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements to support production targets.

The ideal candidate has an MBO-2 degree (or 5 years relevant experience), proficient in Dutch or English, and strong MS Office skills. You will work in a shift-based schedule and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• MBO-2 degree or 5 years of relevant experience with a non-related degree.
• Working proficiency (B1 level or higher) in Dutch or English.
• Basic proficiency in MS Office and routine use of business applications.
• Strong attention to detail with a quality-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Execute routine operational tasks to meet production targets under general supervision.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) to support processing of materials and/or pharmaceutical products.
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Monitor resources, identify potential issues, and escalated concerns to leadership as needed.
• Maintain accurate records, track performance metrics, and identify gaps between targets and outcomes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Take ownership of personal training and ensure completion of all required learning activities on time.

Skills

Administrative Support

Agile Manufacturing

Analytics Dashboards

Data Compilation

Data Savvy

Process Optimization

Education

MBO-2 degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Function:

Supply Chain Manufacturing

Job Sub Function:

Manufacturing Pharmaceutical Process Operations

Job Category:

Business Enablement/Support

All Job Posting Locations:

Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands

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

Role Overview

The role is an experienced Operations Support Contributor responsible for executing routine tasks that support internal operational teams. The position ensures the accuracy, timeliness, and quality of deliverables by following established administrative processes and regulatory guidelines. The employee operates with professionalism, efficiency, and independent judgment, contributing to operational excellence while adhering to company policies, compliance standards, and continuous improvement practices.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Execute routine operational tasks to meet production targets under general supervision.


• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) to support processing of materials and/or pharmaceutical products.


• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), regulatory requirements, and company policies.


• Monitor resources, identify potential issues, and escalated concerns to leadership as needed.


• Maintain accurate records, track performance metrics, and identify gaps between targets and outcomes.


• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.


• Take ownership of personal training and ensure completion of all required learning activities on time.

Requirements

• MBO-2 degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience, or 5 years of relevant experience with a non-related degree.


• Working proficiency (B1 level or higher) in Dutch or English.


• Basic proficiency in MS Office and routine use of business applications.


• Strong attention to detail with a quality-focused mindset.


• Positive attitude, adaptable, and able to manage shifting priorities.


• Understanding of GMP and regulatory environments is preferred.


• Willingness and ability to work in a shift-based schedule.

Here’s 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! #RPOEMEA

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Administrative Support, Agile Manufacturing, Analytics Dashboards, Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Control (CMC), Communication, Data Compilation, Data Savvy, Execution Focus, Gap Analysis, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Operational Excellence, Plant Operations, Process Optimization, Process Oriented, Project Administration, Regulatory Compliance, Self-Awareness

The anticipated base pay range for this position is:

€35’000.00 - €53’360.00

Benefits:

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 & J...