Operations Readiness Lead — Parenteral Pharma Manufacturing

jj; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson, Wilson, NC, seeks a senior Supply Chain Engineering leader to design and set up manufacturing operations for parenteral drug products, ensuring compliance with cGMP and regulatory standards. This role leads cross-functional teams and shapes site strategy while driving continuous improvement.

The position requires 12+ years in pharma operations, a bachelor's in engineering, and proven ability to lead transformational changes in a matrixed organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of experience within pharmaceutical or GMP regulated operations environment with specific knowledge of parenteral drug product manufacturing.
• Proven capability of leading and implementing transformational change and influencing at all levels of the organization.
• Proven experience in managing partnerships and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to lead a team in a matrixed organization.

Responsibilities

• Leading the design and set-up of manufacturing operations for parenteral drug products to ensure compliance with cGMP, ISO, and other regulatory requirements.
• Supporting the design of manufacturing processes and areas in the construction of the new facility.
• Ensuring operations activities meet business needs, customer needs and production schedule.
• Promoting continuous improvement and open communication.
• Leading and developing individuals within operations and shaping site outcomes as part of Project Leadership.

Skills

Budget Management

Chemical Engineering

Developing Others

Facilities Engineering

Decision Making

Leadership

Program Management

Project Schedule

Regulatory Compliance

STEM Application

Vendor Selection

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

Johnson & Johnson, Wilson, NC, seeks a senior Supply Chain Engineering leader to design and set up manufacturing operations for parenteral drug products, ensuring compliance with cGMP and regulatory standards. This role leads cross-functional teams and shapes site strategy while driving continuous improvement.

The position requires 12+ years in pharma operations, a bachelor's in engineering, and proven ability to lead transformational changes in a matrixed organization.