Manufacturing 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 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 MedTech

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more athttps://www.jnj.com/medtech

We are searching for the best talent forManufacturing Supervisorto be based inLeiden.

You will lead a hands-on team within Operations to deliver high-quality medical products in a safe, compliant, and efficient work environment. This role ensures production meets the master production or shipment schedules while upholding cGMP, EHS, and lean principles. You’ll partner with engineering, quality, and other supervisors to keep processes running smoothly and to introduce and qualify new equipment and products!

In this role you’ll build a learning-focused, encouraging culture where following standards and continuously improving them is the norm. You’ll mentor operators and team leaders, track performance against targets, and use data to make decisions that keep production reliable and compliant.

As a Manufacturing Supervisor, you will:

• Meet production targets from the Master Production Schedule and shipment schedule while ensuring safety, cGMP, and lean practices across your area.
• Lead, coach, and support a cross-functional production team, assign operators, and promote a learning and safe work environment.
• Drive new product and equipment introductions: provide User Requirements to engineering, support equipment qualification, and ensure operators are trained in correct use.
• Keep SOPs, work instructions, and other process documentation up-to-date and ensure timely, compliant recordkeeping according to procedure.
• Monitor and analyze production metrics (yield, non-conformances, training, absenteeism), perform periodic team reviews, report performance to management, and recommend corrective actions.
• Lead investigations for deviations, support CAPA activities, and escalate technical issues to line specialists or engineers when needed.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• HBO-level education or higher
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in manufacturing; experience in the medical device industry or medical field is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of end-to-end manufacturing processes and familiarity with cGMP and EHS requirements relevant to the role.
• Practical computer and automation software skills, including Excel, Windows, and ERP systems.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills in English and Dutch.
• Experience with Six Sigma or process-excellence tools, data-driven decision-making, business/financial acumen, and presentation skills.
• Please note that this role involves working in shifts (06:30–15:00 and 14:30–23:00)

The anticipated base pay range for this position is 63,155 to 73.300 on an annual basis and includes 8% holiday allowance.

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.

In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, and programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.

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.

Finally, at the end of the process, we’ll invite you to share feedback in a short survey — your input helps us continue improving the experience for future candidates. Thank you for considering a career with Johnson & Johnson. We’re excited to learn more about you and wish you the best of luck in the process! #RPOEMEA #LI_Onsite

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Agile Manufacturing, Assembly Operations, Coaching, Controls Compliance, Data Savvy, Developing Others, Efficiency Analysis, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT), Plant Operations, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Maintenance, Process Oriented, Technologically Savvy, Troubleshooting

The anticipated base pay range for this position is:

€55,000.00 - €86,710.00

Benefits:

In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.

*This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.

Additional information:

The Netherlands: 8%.The annual base pay includes an 8% holiday allowance.

Het bruto jaarsalaris is inclusief vakantietoeslag van 8%.