Manufacturing Supervisor - Assembly

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 Assembly Job Category: People Leader All Job Posting Locations: Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands Job Description: About Innovative Medicine    Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing 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 Job Overview The Manufacturing Supervisor is responsible for leading end-to-end production operations to ensure high-quality products are manufactured safely and in full compliance with cGMP, EHS, and lean manufacturing standards. Working closely with other supervisors and cross‑functional partners, this role ensures production targets are achieved according to the Master Production Schedule while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, learning, and collaboration. The Manufacturing Supervisor leads, coaches, and supports manufacturing teams to deliver reliable, compliant, and efficient operations. Tasks and Responsibilities Lead and supervise manufacturing teams to achieve production targets in line with the Master Production Schedule. Assign operators, manage resource needs, and ensure adequate assets and staffing levels. Support the introduction, qualification, and validation of new products and equipment, including training of operators. Ensure all process documentation, SOPs, and work instructions are accurate, current, and completed on time. Monitor manufacturing performance through data analysis (e.g., yield, nonconformances, training, absenteeism) and implement corrective actions. Lead or support deviation investigations, CAPAs, and change management activities. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and act as a subject matter expert for assigned processes.

At least Bachelor’s degree (HBO level) with a minimum of 5 years of relevant manufacturing experience. Experience in the medical device or regulated manufacturing industry. Strong knowledge of cGMP, EHS, and quality systems within a production environment. Proficiency with automation and business systems (e.g., ERP, Excel, Windows-based tools). Strong leadership, coaching, and team management capabilities. Data-driven problem-solving skills and familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma methodologies. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Dutch. Please note that this role involves working in shifts (06:30–15:00 and 14:30–23:00   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