Senior Manufacturing Supervisor
Johnson & Johnson
- Location
- Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Senior
- H-1B history
- 2 approvals (FY2023)
- Posted
- Aug 14, 2026
About this role
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: Supply Chain Manufacturing Job Sub Function: Manufacturing Pharmaceutical Process Operations Job Category: People Leader All Job Posting Locations: Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands Job Description: The employee is acquainted with the annual company and division goals and is aware of how they can influence these through their performance. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities Supervises individual contributors and/or Supervisors and is accountable for conducting effective performance management. Leads processes and assignments for the Operations unit and supports organizational objectives and business goals. Defines project terms to meet objectives and goals of the Operations unit. Establishes workflow for strategic plans and serves as a primary point of contact for the Operations unit. Maintains high standards of professionalism, efficiency, personal communication, discretion, and independent judgment. Specific tasks and job duties of the position that are required daily: • Understands and applies Johnson & Johnson’s Credo and Leadership Imperatives in day-to-day interactions with team. • Is required to understand and comply with the Code of Business Conduct, Company policies and laws that govern their activities. • Performs related duties as assigned by supervisor. • Responsible for achieving production targets. • Supervises individual contributors and/or Supervisors and is accountable for conducting effective performance management. • Responsible for managing operational aspects of their team (e.g., workflow, performance, and compliance), as well as ensuring achievement of team goals within expected standards. • Ensure a safe working environment and adequately follow up when improvements are needed. • Maintains front-line knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory issues to assist in the efficient managements of tasks in accordance with internal and external regulations and procedures. • Completes tasks for the support function of the Manufacturing Pharmaceutical Process Operations unit, and follows administrative processes to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and quality of deliverables. • Adheres to standard operating procedures to support tasks related to the processing of ingredients and/or pharmaceutical (new) products. • Proactively identify potential issues before they become significant problems and take necessary actions to mitigate risks and ensure operational effectiveness. • Helps monitor resources and escalates any concerns or issues to leaders to maximize successful business results. • Foster a LEAN culture through Root Cause Problem Solving, manage Tier 1, and address performance issues. • Conduct spot checks on standardized work, observe shopfloor behavior, and sign pitch chart visuals. • Perform Gemba walks, observe processes, and confirm their effectiveness. • Takes ownership of personal training and ensures that all required training is understood and completed on time. • Ensure the team is properly staffed and trained to perform their duties to the required level. • Supports internal teams in developing process