Senior Cell Therapy Cryopreservation Operations Leader

Johnson Johnson; Raritan (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson in New Jersey is seeking a Senior Operations Manager for our Cell Therapy facility in Raritan. You will lead cryopreservation and MOI/QCCB operations, setting long-term strategy while ensuring GMP compliance and world-class performance.

You will mentor managers, drive continuous improvement with Quality, Maintenance, Planning and Operations, and partner with cross-functional teams to scale manufacturing and meet patient needs worldwide.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years of relevant professional work experience.
• Experience in GMP production environment.
• Experience leading teams and championing diversity and inclusion.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal abilities.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of Cryopreservation/MOI/QCCB operations for a personalized cell therapy, supporting clinical and commercial requirements.
• Build and maintain an environment of innovative continuous improvement, focusing on quality, value creation, performance management, and capacity.
• Lead managers and operations personnel in the Value Stream, including hiring and developing people at all levels.
• Partner with Quality, Maintenance, Planning, and Operations Support to ensure seamless execution of planned activities.
• Develop and drive a vision for operations; strive to improve performance, technology utilization, and cost competitiveness.
• Accountable for regulatory compliance and strong EH&S performance.
• Coach and develop manufacturing teams to grow their skills.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Johnson & Johnson in New Jersey is seeking a Senior Operations Manager for our Cell Therapy facility in Raritan. You will lead cryopreservation and MOI/QCCB operations, setting long-term strategy while ensuring GMP compliance and world-class performance.

You will mentor managers, drive continuous improvement with Quality, Maintenance, Planning and Operations, and partner with cross-functional teams to scale manufacturing and meet patient needs worldwide.