Specialist QA Hygiene

Specialist QA Hygiene, 80–100%

Location: Schaffhausen, Switzerland (onsite)

Duration: 31st December 2026

Hours: 32 or 40 (onsite)

Essential : German & English languages - both conversational,  At least 2–3 years’ experience in a pharmaceutical company, or  food

Imagine your next project ensuring the highest standards of pharmaceutical safety and hygiene at one of the world's most advanced manufacturing sites.

Caring for the world … starting with the individual. This guiding principle inspires and unites the people at Johnson & Johnson. The culture of care is at the heart of our corporate philosophy, which is anchored in the Credo.

roles and responsibilities.

In every pharmaceutical operation, the correct execution of aseptic processes and regular quality oversight on the shop floor are core activities. To deliver safe products to customers, meet regulatory requirements, and continuously provide quality support for a growing site, we are looking for temporary support until the end of Dec 2026.

This will involve:

• Monitoring aseptic and non-sterile production areas on site with regard to environmental monitoring, gowning and disinfection (hygiene oversight) and assisting in other areas

• Timely evaluation of observations within the framework of quality oversight

• Identifying risks and opportunities for improvement regarding contamination control and actively implementing defined initiatives in close cooperation with production, the quality department and management

• Coordinating and assisting in the analysis and documentation of deviations

• Coordination in defining and implementing corrective actions

• Controlling and ensuring operational hygiene in pharmaceutical production in compliance with all GMP- and SHE-relevant instructions and regulations

• Selection, qualification and demand assessment of hygiene materials

• Preparation, adaptation and approval of the hygiene concept, clothing concept and zoning concept according to cGMP

• Defining, coordinating and monitoring required hygiene measures according to cGMP standards and the state of the art

• Designing and delivering hygiene training for Cilag AG employees and external service providers

• Creating, processing and approving records (e.g., Non-Conformances, COCs, CAPAs)

• Creating, processing and approving records (e.g., SOPs, WIs and other documents) in the TruVault system

• Acting as Subject Matter Expert (SME) during audits and inspections

how to succeed.

We are looking for a proactive professional with a scientific background and a keen eye for detail who thrives in a regulated manufacturing environment.

You will also bring:

• Degree in a scientific field, or equivalent professional experience

• At least 2–3 years’ experience in a pharmaceutical company, or comparable industry (e.g., food)

• Proactive and precise working style

• Good communication skills

• Team player

• Good IT user skills

• Very good German language skills (conversational)

• Good English skills, spoken and written

benefits.

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for 31st December 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 Innovative Medicine

J&J Innovative Medicine (Cilag AG) is an international manufacturing company of Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine and produces pharmaceutical products as well as chemical active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for global markets at its production site in Schaffhausen. Thanks to our innovative products, processes and technologies, J&J Innovative Medicine (Cilag AG) is today one of the leading pharmaceutical companies in Switzerland and at the same time a strategic site for launches and growth.

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 communities 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 and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Johnson & Johnson is an equal opportunity employer.