Operational excellence - Quality Engineer

Operational excellence - Quality Engineer

Location: Beerse 

Duration of the contract: 31/12/2026 

Hours per week: 40 or 32

Imagine your next project ensuring the quality and reliability of life-changing treatments as a guardian of compliance at our world-class manufacturing site.

J&J Innovative Medicine Supply Chain serves as a Centre of Excellence for the development and manufacturing of SM-APIs used in treatments that improve the health and lifestyle of people worldwide. The Supply Chain Quality (SCQ) team is responsible for the quality oversight and final release of SM-APIs guaranteeing reliable supplies in compliance with applicable regulations.

Within Supply Chain Quality (SCQ), as a Quality Engineer SM-API, you are a key partner for Operations and Quality. You provide quality advice, review GMP documentation, and oversee the handling of non-conformances and corrective/improvement actions so that the timely release of our commercial API product portfolio can be achieved.

roles and responsibilities 

You will provide quality oversight and technical expertise to ensure the highest standards of compliance.

This will involve:

• Review and approval of non-conformances and CAPAs in support of the QA commercial Operations team.

• Review and approve GMP documentation such as procedures, work instructions, protocols and reports.

• Provide quality support to the production plants.

• Ensure that quality records (e.g., Change Controls) are processed on time and in compliance by providing quality, compliance and technical expertise.

• Participate in QA check rounds.

• Support for smaller optimization projects and tasks within the QA Commercial Operations team.

• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with Business and Quality partners.

how to succeed 

You are a solution-oriented professional with a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical landscape and a master's level scientific foundation.

You will also bring:

• Master Scientific degree (chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, bioengineer, …).

• Experience in non-conformance handling.

• In-depth knowledge in cGMP (domestic & international), ICH guidelines, policies, standards and procedures.

• Fluency in Dutch and English (spoken and written).

• Experience in Chemical and/or Pharmaceutical Supply Chain and/or Quality Assurance and experience as release responsible is an asset.

• In-depth understanding of pharmaceutical product development, qualification, validation, manufacturing, packaging, labelling, testing, release, storage and distribution processes.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently while staying connected with key stakeholders.

• Strong analytical and solution-oriented mindset; able to work flexibly under time pressure.

• Ability to make risk-based decisions under time pressure.

• Experience with Quality Systems.

benefits 

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for 31/12/2026.

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 Innovative Medicine 

Patients inform and inspire our science-based innovations, which continue to change and save lives. Applying rigorous science and compassion, we confidently address some of the most complex diseases of our time and unlock the potential medicines of tomorrow. Our diverse portfolio spans multiple therapeutic areas — Oncology, Immunology, Neuroscience, Cardiovascular, Pulmonary Hypertension, and Retina. We are continuously working to develop treatments, aspiring to find cures, pioneering the path from lab to life, and championing patients every step of the way.

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”.