NPI and Test Kit Supervisor

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 https://www.jnj.com

Job Function:

Supply Chain Manufacturing

Job Sub Function:

Manufacturing Pharmaceutical Process Operations

Job Category:

People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:

Schaffhausen, Switzerland

Job Description:

Cilag AG is currently recruiting a Test Kit and NPI Supervisor for the Operations Support team, to be located in Schaffhausen, Switzerland.

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work in teams that save lives by developing and manufacturing the medicines of tomorrow.

Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.

Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine

Cilag AG in Schaffhausen is part of Johnson & Johnson’s Innovative Medicine group and manufactures high-quality pharmaceutical products, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and medical devices. Today, Cilag AG is one of the largest pharmaceutical manufacturers in Switzerland, supplying all major global markets. The Schaffhausen facility is a strategic launch and growth site for parenteral products, and we have an impressive pipeline of new and innovative products.

We are looking for a passionate Test Kit and NPI Supervisor to lead the Test Kit Team within the Optical Inspection Support group. In this role, you will oversee a team dedicated to developing test kits for tech transfer, vision improvement, and qualification, as well as leading the introduction of NPI within the Optical Inspection department. You will ensure a smooth integration of NPI into the department and support critical projects. Join our Optical Inspection Support team in Schaffhausen and help make a difference in patients’ lives worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the test kit team to ensure timely delivery of products and components, while ensuring compliance with Quality System requirements.

• Mentor and supervise test kit specialists, nurturing their professional growth and development.

• Oversee and manage test kit activities to support tech transfer and vision improvements, ensuring effective collaboration across critical departments such as Quality, Planning, MAM, MSAT, DPD and EHS

• Lead the introduction of new products in the optical inspection department

• Identify and manage improvement projects to drive excellence in production processes.

• Take charge of handling non-conformances by leading thorough investigations and developing effective Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) to prevent recurrence

• Deliver training sessions focused on product launches, empowering team members with valuable skills and knowledge.

Qualifications 

You have excellent leadership and communication skills, enjoy working in a team, and thrive in collaborative environments. You approach challenges in a solution-oriented and systematic way, can solve complex and multifaceted tasks, and set the right priorities. In addition to your assertiveness, you are willing to take responsibility and enjoy making a difference and driving projects forward.

Furthermore, you bring the following qualifications:

Education:

A degree in Chemistry, Biochemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy, or a related field with at least 3 years of experience, OR a PhD in one of these fields with up to 2 years of experience, is required.

Experience and Skills:

Required:

• Experience in the pharmaceutical or chemical industry is preferred.

• Strong background in production coordination and project management

• Deliver training sessions focused on product launches, empowering team members with valuable skills and knowledge.

• Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving skills.

• Fluency (oral and written) in German and English

• Results- and performance-driven

• Drive to continuously improve and challenge the status quo

At Johnson & Johnson, we want every candidate to feel supported throughout the hiring process. Our goal is to make the experience clear, fair, and respectful of your time.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Application review: We’ll carefully review your CV to see how your skills and experience align with the role.
• Getting to know you: If there’s a good match, you’ll be invited to a short call with one of our recruitment team to understand more about you and answer any questions that you might have.
• Staying informed: We know waiting can be hard and processes can evolve; our recruitment team will keep you updated and make sure you know what to expect at each step.
• Final steps: For successful candidates, you will need to complete country-specific checks before starting your new role. We will help guide you through these.

                                                                                                                                         

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Agile Manufacturing, Analytics Dashboards, Communication, Compliance Management, Data Compilation, Data Savvy, Developing Others, Gap Analysis, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Control (CMC), Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Manufacturing Standards, Mentorship, Operational Excellence, Plant Operations, Process Optimization, Project Administration, Project Management, Technical Credibility