Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Senior Operations Manager for their Plant 3 in Geel, Belgium, to lead a team of over 100 employees in manufacturing active pharmaceutical ingredients. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the chemical/pharmaceutical industry, focusing on safety, quality, and operational excellence
Job Summary
As Senior Operations Manager, you lead Plant 3 (including Hydrogenation) and are accountable for supplying products and documentation in line with EHS2, quality, compliance, and customer requirements.
You coach and develop leaders and teams in day-to-day performance and long-term talent growth.
The plant operates in a 24/7 shift regime; you will be accountable for a team of approximately 100 people.
Matching Summary
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Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Senior Operations Manager for their Plant 3 in Geel, Belgium, to lead a team of over 100 employees in manufacturing active pharmaceutical ingredients. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the chemical/pharmaceutical industry, focusing on safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Lead Plant 3 and Hydrogenation operations
Drive Safety, Quality, and Cost metrics
Champion Safety and Quality initiatives
Own deviations and investigations
Drive cost competitiveness and continuous improvement
P&L and budgeting responsibilities
Nice-to-have
Servant-leader mindset
Inclusive work environment
Role-model the Credo and J&J values
Build culture of high engagement
Key Requirements
Master degree in Chemistry or Engineering, or equivalent
At least 10 years working experience in Chemical/Pharmaceutical industry
Strong mindset for Health and Safety and Environment regulations
Strong quality mindset and compliance orientation (cGMP)