QC Team Leader

Johnson & Johnson Co.; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a QC Team Leader to oversee daily QC laboratory operations, ensure timely testing of materials, in-process and finished products, and support product release.

You will mentor a team of analysts, drive deviations investigations, OOS/OOT events, CAPA, and partner with Manufacturing, QA, RA, and R&D to uphold GMP compliance and quality standards. This is a temporary role through early 2028.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Life Sciences, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Biotechnology or related discipline.
• 3–5 years of experience in a Quality Control laboratory.
• Mandatory experience in GMP-regulated environment.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience is a plus.
• Experience with analytical techniques and laboratory equipment troubleshooting.
• Experience in deviation investigations, root cause analysis, CAPA, and data reviews.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate day-to-day QC laboratory operations, including raw material testing.
• Review results, laboratory records, and compliance documentation to support product release.
• Lead laboratory investigations, deviations, OOS/OOT events, and root cause analyses, ensuring timely closure and corrective actions.
• Drive data trending, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance laboratory efficiency and compliance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, QA, RA, and R&D to support operational and business objectives.
• Maintain laboratory readiness for internal and external audits and inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Life Sciences, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Biotechnology

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:

Quality

Job Sub Function:

Quality Control

Job Category:

People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:

Kiryat-Ono, Tel Aviv District, Israel

Job Description:

About Surgery

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 surgery? Ready to join a team that's reimagining how we heal? Our Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world's most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting.

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

Join us in a key leadership role where quality, innovation, and operational excellence come together. As a QC Team Leader, you will lead the daily operations of our Quality Control laboratory, ensuring the timely and compliant testing of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products while supporting manufacturing and product release activities.

You will manage laboratory priorities, mentor and develop a team of analysts, drive investigations and troubleshooting efforts, and collaborate closely with Production, Quality Assurance, and R&D to ensure the highest quality standards are consistently achieved.

***This is a temporary role through early 2028.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate day-to-day QC laboratory operations, including raw material testing activities.
• Set laboratory priorities, allocate resources effectively, and support employee development and training.
• Review analytical results, laboratory records, and compliance documentation to support product release.
• Lead laboratory investigations, deviations, OOS/OOT events, and root cause analyses, ensuring timely closure and implementation of corrective actions.
• Drive data trending, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance laboratory efficiency and compliance.
• Support analytical method validation, verification, transfer, and implementation activities.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, regulatory requirements, safety standards, and company quality procedures.
• Troubleshoot analytical methods, laboratory equipment, and process-related issues, providing technical leadership and guidance to the team.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, QA, RA, and R&D to support operational and business objectives.
• Maintain laboratory readiness for internal and external audits and inspections.

Hands-On Leadership

This role combines people leadership with strong technical involvement. While focused on managing laboratory operations, the QC Team Leader is expected to remain closely connected to laboratory activities and may occasionally perform hands‑on testing, support investigations, and assist during periods of high workload.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Life Sciences, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline.

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in a Quality Control laboratory environment.
• Mandatory experience working in a GMP-regulated environment.
• Previous leadership, supervisory, or team management experience - a significant advantage.
• Experience with analytical laboratory techniques and laboratory equipment troubleshooting.
• Experience in deviation investigations, root cause analysis, CAPA management, and data review.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities.
• Excellent analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage activities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance.
• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to drive change and operational excellence.

What You'll Bring

A passion for quality, strong scientific and problem‑solving skills, leadership experience in a QC laboratory environment, and a continuous‑improvement mindset that inspires others, develops people, and drives results.