Manufacturing Supervisor

Johnson & Johnson Innovation

Leiden

On-site

Confidential

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Vacation days

Parental leave

Bereavement leave

Well-being reimbursement

Insurance plans

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor based in Leiden, the Netherlands, to lead a hands-on operations team that delivers high-quality medical products safely and efficiently. The role ensures schedules are met while upholding cGMP and lean principles.

You will mentor operators, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate with engineering, quality, and other supervisors to keep production reliable and compliant. English and Dutch skills are required.

Qualifications

HBO-level education or equivalent relevant qualification.
Minimum 5 years’ experience in manufacturing; medical device industry preferred.
Strong knowledge of end-to-end manufacturing processes, cGMP and EHS requirements.
Proficient in Excel, Windows and ERP systems.
English and Dutch communication skills.
Experience with Six Sigma or process-excellence tools; data-driven decisions.

Responsibilities

Meet production targets from the Master Production Schedule and shipment schedule while ensuring safety, cGMP and lean practices across the area.
Lead, coach, and support a cross-functional production team.
Drive new product and equipment introductions: provide User Requirements to engineering and support equipment qualification.
Keep SOPs and process records up-to-date and compliant.
Monitor production metrics, report to management, and propose corrective actions.
Lead investigations for deviations, support CAPA activities, and escalate technical issues as needed.

Skills

Agile Manufacturing

Assembly Operations

Coaching

Controls Compliance

Data Savvy

Developing Others

Efficiency Analysis

GMP

Inclusive Leadership

Leadership

Manufacturing Processes

MSAT

Plant Operations

Predictive Analytics

Predictive Maintenance

Process Oriented

Technologically Savvy

Troubleshooting

Education

HBO-level education or equivalent relevant qualification

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Windows

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 Manufacturing

Job Sub Function: Manufacturing Assembly

Job Category: People Leader

All Job Posting Locations: Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands

Job Description:

About MedTech

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

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

We are searching for the best talent for Manufacturing Supervisor to be based in Leiden.

You will lead a hands-on team within Operations to deliver high-quality medical products in a safe, compliant, and efficient work environment. This role ensures production meets the master production or shipment schedules while upholding cGMP, EHS, and lean principles. You’ll partner with engineering, quality, and other supervisors to keep processes running smoothly and to introduce and qualify new equipment and products!

In this role you’ll build a learning-focused, encouraging culture where following standards and continuously improving them is the norm. You’ll mentor operators and team leaders, track performance against targets, and use data to make decisions that keep production reliable and compliant.

As a Manufacturing Supervisor, you will:

Meet production targets from the Master Production Schedule and shipment schedule while ensuring safety, cGMP, and lean practices across your area.
Lead, coach, and support a cross-functional production team, assign operators, and promote a learning and safe work environment.
Drive new product and equipment introductions: provide User Requirements to engineering, support equipment qualification, and ensure operators are trained in correct use.
Keep SOPs, work instructions, and other process documentation up-to-date and ensure timely, compliant recordkeeping according to procedure.
Monitor and analyze production metrics (yield, non-conformances, training, absenteeism), perform periodic team reviews, report performance to management, and recommend corrective actions.
Lead investigations for deviations, support CAPA activities, and elevate technical issues to line specialists or engineers when needed.

Qualifications/Requirements:

HBO-level education or equivalent relevant qualification.
Minimum 5 years’ experience in manufacturing; experience in the medical device industry or medical field is preferred.
Strong knowledge of end-to-end manufacturing processes and familiarity with cGMP and EHS requirements relevant to the role.
Practical computer and automation software skills, including Excel, Windows, and ERP systems.
Proficient verbal and written communication skills in English and Dutch.
Experience with Six Sigma or process-excellence tools, data-driven decision-making, business/financial acumen, and presentation skills.
Please note that this role involves working in shifts (06:30–15:00 and 14:30–23:00)

The anticipated base pay range for this position is 63,155 to 73.300 on an annual basis and includes 8% holiday allowance.

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, and 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.

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