Manufacturing Operator
Johnson & Johnson MedTech · Sassenheim, Netherlands
9 dagen geleden geplaatst
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Functie:
Supply Chain ManufacturingSubfunctie functie:
Manufacturing Pharmaceutical Process OperationsFunctiecategorie:
Business Enablement/SupportAlle vacaturelocaties:
Sassenheim, NetherlandsFunctieomschrijving:Functieomschrijving:
We are looking for the best Manufacturing Operators for our USP/DSP and Fill and Finish departments in Sassenheim, Netherlands!
Join our fully digital Lenti Viral Vector Facility in Sassenheim, producing vectors for multiple myeloma treatment impacting 160,000 patients worldwide. As we prepare for commercial production in mid-2026, we’re looking for Manufacturing Operators (USP/DSP/F&F) to support cell expansion, virus production, purification, and automated filling under GMP and BSL2 conditions.
Build your career at the forefront of innovation in a collaborative environment, with strong growth opportunities through training, mentoring, and clear career paths
As a Manufacturing Operator, you will Support the installation and operation of new equipment, writing job breakdown sheets for training and work instructions. Collaborating in the execution of the daily task and the supporting activities of the department according to procedures and detailed schedule. Perform process and GMP documentation activities raise process deviations, notice process gaps, and tackle them, train operators. Contribute to continuous improvement of processes and procedures Work safely and compliantly in line with GMP, EHS, and quality standards
Qualifications / Requirements:
- Preferably an MBO 4 or HBO in laboratory & biotechnology, biochemistry, biomedicine, process technology, allround laborant OR equivalent education level with proven experience in biotech or biopharma manufacturing.
- Hands-on expertise in a BSL2 environment, focusing on cell culture, virus propagation, purification, or Fill & Finish, adhering to GMP and EHS standards.
- Strong English communication skills, with the ability to analyse complex situations and maintain high accuracy and independence.
- Adaptable teammate with a proactive approach, ready to tackle challenges and work flexible shifts.
Your Benefits:
- 12-month contract incl. 1 month probation period
- 40-hour work week, shifts to be implemented.
- 36 days of paid leave, based on a full-time contract.
- J&J Health Insurance with Zilveren Kruis Achmea.
- J&J Pension Plan
- Commuting allowance
- Global Well-Being Reimbursement up to 450EUR*
- Referral bonus, refer your friends and family to work at J&J.
- Working Jubilee Gifts
- Global Parental leave
- Career Opportunities to keep growing on your skills
About the departments:
Upstream Processing (USP)
The USP department focuses on culturing cells and infecting them with a virus. The team operates on a 13/7 shift roster with 19,99% shift allowance.
Key activities include:
- Culturing and inoculation of cells in Shaker Flasks and Wave bags
- Daily monitoring of cell cultures (cell count, pH, sampling)
- Preparing and executing transfection processes
- Preparing process additions (e.g. Benzonase solutions)
- Harvesting and clarification of cell culture material
- Sample handling and documentation for USP activities
Downstream Processing (DSP)
The DSP department is responsible for the purification of viral vectors. The team operates on a 13/7 shift roster with 19,99% shift allowance.
Key activities include:
- Purification using Ion Exchange chromatography
- Sterile filtration, including filter integrity testing (PUPSIT)
- Ultrafiltration and diafiltration
- Sample handling and documentation for DSP activities
Fill & Finish (F&F)
The F&F department performs the final filling, preparation, freezing, and storage of the product. The team operates on a 16/7 with a shift allowance with 26,19% shift allowance.
Key activities include:
- Preparation and setup of isolators and filling equipment
- Aseptic filling in a Grade A isolator using an automated filling robot
- Visual inspection of filled vials
- Labelling and storage of product in controlled freezers
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.
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.
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
Vereiste vaardigheden:
Gewenste vaardigheden:
Administratieve ondersteuning, Agile-productie, Analytics-dashboards, Chemie, productie en controle (Chemistry, Manufacturing and Control, CMC), Communicatie, Gapanalyse, Gegevenscompilatie, Goede fabricagemethode (GMP), Installatie-activiteiten, Onderlegd op het gebied van data, Operationele uitmuntendheid, Procesgeoriënteerd, Procesoptimalisatie, Projectbeheer, Regulatorische compliance, Uitvoeringsgericht, Zelfbewustzijn
Het te verwachten bruto jaarsalaris voor deze functie ligt tussen de:
€35.000,00 - €53.360,00
Voordelen:
Naast het basissalaris bieden wij de volgende benefits*: Een jaarlijkse bonus met een vast percentage (% van het salaris) afhankelijk van de salarisschaal / land, waarbij het werkelijke bedrag is gebaseerd op de prestaties van de werknemer en de onderneming in het voorgaande kalenderjaar, of verkoopcommissies. Bovendien bieden wij vakantiedagen, minimaal 12 weken ouderschapsverlof, verlof bij overlijden van directe familie, zorgverlof, vrijwilligersverlof en welzijns programma's voor financiële, fysieke en geestelijke gezondheid. We bieden ook jubileum- en erkenningsbeloningen aan en afhankelijk van de voorwaarden van hun respectieve plannen, kunnen medewerkers - en in sommige locaties hun aanverwanten - deelnemen aan verschillende verzekeringsplannen. Ga voor meer informatie naar Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.
*dit is alleen voor informatieve doeleinden. Bedragen en werkelijke benefits kunnen per land verschillen en kunnen worden gewijzigd.