Device & Packaging Engineer

Device & Packaging Technical Project Manager

Location:   Schaffhausen, Switzerland (Hybrid)

Duration: 10 months

Hours: 40 

Languages: English and German essential 

Imagine your next step, working for Johnson & Johnson - Janssen / Cilag AG is recruiting for a Device & Packaging Technical Project Manager/Launch Integrator, located in Schaffhausen. 

Devices and Packaging solutions are becoming an increasingly meaningful component in delivering innovative medicines to our patients. 

We are looking for an extra colleague who combines technical expertise with project leadership. Together we strive to bring the best possible product to a successful launch! 

You will work in the Manufacturing Science And Technology (MSAT) Large Molecule (LM) Platform, Primary Container Device (PCD) Launch & Grow team as a Packaging & Device Technical Launch Integrator (TLI). 

This team handles the technical transfer of newly developed products from Janssen R&D to Janssen Commercial Supply Chain (JSC). 

roles and responsibilities

Project Leadership and Technical Launch Management 

You lead different global and local project teams and act as a core team member in the value chain team. 

Partnering end to end with drug product TLI(s) and other partners, you ensure a single 

JSC technical voice at the right partner table. 

You provide regular updates to partners and sponsor through reports, presentations, and ad-hoc communication. 

All technical outputs for file submission and launch readiness are completed by you, on time and with the right quality. 

You provide up to 1 year of post-launch support to ensure manufacturing stabilization and fluent transfer of ownership 

Device & Packaging Technical Transfer  

You work with the Primary Container & Device development team (PCD) to optimize the design of device and primary container for commercial assembly, packaging and distribution. 

Together with internal partners and suppliers, you search for optimal off-the-shelf and custom designed device components and secondary packaging materials solutions. 

You integrate customer insights, standard platforms and requirements from various partners in Research & Development (R&D), the global Janssen Supply Chain organization and the production site. You ensure accurate specifications and adequate controls are in place. 

You drive development, implementation and validation of the device assembly and packaging processes at commercial scale and according to outstanding examples and standard procedures. 

Project engineers are your key partners to ensure that equipment is accurately designed, tested, installed and qualified. 

You deliver a robust tech transfer documentation set in line with applicable combination product and packaging design transfer procedures. This includes a design transfer plan and report, control strategy, FMEA, equipment qualification and process validation, distribution testing, procedures, protocols, ad-hoc test protocols, data analysis and summary reports. 

how to succeed

Qualifications 

You hold a bachelor or master degree in engineering or science.

Experience and Skills: 

Required:  

You love guiding projects from initiation to completion with a multifunctional team in a global context. 

Working towards ambitious goals and solving sophisticated problems energizes you. 

Through strong communication and your authentic personal leadership style, you are able to successfully drive, contribute and influence in different virtual teams. 

You bring at least 5 years of solid experience in device and packaging operations, engineering, project management or R&D, preferably in the pharmaceutical, medical device or fast moving consumer goods industry. 

Preferred: 

Demonstrate experience with applicable regulations; Design Control, Design Transfer, Purchasing Control, Change Control, Risk Management; Qualification, Verification and Validation is a plus! 

Other: 

Proficiency in English and German language is needed. 

What’s in it for you?  

As the biggest health company in the world, we find it important to put the needs and well-being of our customers and employees first. Our recipe for success consists of crafting an inclusive work environment where everybody feels welcome and respected. 

At J&J, we recognize the importance of a good work-life balance. We will also give you the space and opportunities to grow and learn during workshops and training sessions.  

Based out of Schaffhausen, Switzerland, you will be member of a team across the US, Italy, Switzerland and Belgium. You will have the flexibility to work from home up to 40%. You will find opportunities for personal and professional growth by working with a diverse group of people across our organization. You may be requested to travel internationally up to 20%. 

At Johnson & Johnson, we blend heart, science and ingenuity to profoundly change the trajectory of health for humanity.  

benefits

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for 10 months and has a strong chance of extension. 

you are welcome here

Johnson & Johnson is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

about Johnson & Johnson

Caring for the world, one person at a time has inspired and united the people of Johnson & Johnson for over 130 years. As a skilled contractor, you’ll play a key part in the thinking, strategy, dynamism - and impact - of this iconic global healthcare company as they touch the lives of nearly a billion people every day. Contribute to the next healthcare breakthrough with your next project at Johnson & Johnson. 

application process

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.

We do not accept applications via email. 

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.