Senior Cryopreservation & Cell Therapy Operations Leader

Scorpion Therapeutics; Raritan (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson's cell therapy facility in Raritan, NJ is seeking a Senior Operations Manager to oversee Cryopreservation, MOI, and QCCB manufacturing. The role focuses on scaling operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and building high-performing teams.

Responsibilities include leading manufacturing operations for clinical and commercial programs, developing capacity strategies, and driving continuous improvement while maintaining a strong safety and quality culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering; advanced degree preferred.
• At least 8 years of GMP manufacturing experience.
• Prior team leadership and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing operations supporting clinical and commercial cell therapy.
• Develop strategic vision for capacity and technology utilization.
• Foster a culture of quality, safety, and compliance.
• Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, Planning, and other functions.

Skills

GMP manufacturing

Leadership

Communication

Lean methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Johnson & Johnson's cell therapy facility in Raritan, NJ is seeking a Senior Operations Manager to oversee Cryopreservation, MOI, and QCCB manufacturing. The role focuses on scaling operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and building high-performing teams.

Responsibilities include leading manufacturing operations for clinical and commercial programs, developing capacity strategies, and driving continuous improvement while maintaining a strong safety and quality culture.