Sr. Manager, Cryopreservation Operations

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

Role

Senior Operations Manager overseeing Cryopreservation, MOI, and QCCB manufacturing for Johnson & Johnson's cell therapy facility in Raritan, NJ. Objectives include scaling-up operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, driving continuous improvement, and building high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (advanced degree in Science or Engineering preferred).
• At least 8 years of relevant GMP manufacturing experience.
• Prior team leadership.
• Strong communication skills.

Preferred

• Experience in sterile biological/pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Knowledge of Lean methodologies (certified Green/Black Belt a plus).
• Familiarity with electronic batch records or ERP systems.

Work setup

Based in Raritan, NJ, with up to 10% domestic/international travel.