Manufacturing Maintenance & Calibration Lead

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Job Function:

Supply Chain Engineering

Job Sub Function:

Repair & Maintenance Engineering

Job Category:

People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:

Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America

Job Description:

We are searching for the best talent for a Manufacturing Maintenance & Calibration Lead to join our Team in Raritan, NJ.

Janssen Biotech, Inc., one of the Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson, and Legend Biotech USA Inc., have entered into a global, strategic collaboration to develop, manufacture, and commercialize a chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy. This innovative strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of two companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy CAR-T platform and investigational treatment.

Are you interested in joining a team that is on the front lines supporting the CAR-T Patient Journey? Apply today for this exciting opportunity!

SUMMARY

The Manufacturing Maintenance & Calibration leader is responsible for the maintenance and calibration activities within the manufacturing team, ensuring all equipment and instruments meet regulatory standards, quality requirements, and operational efficiency. This role involves developing and implementing calibration and maintenance procedures, managing a team, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to optimize equipment reliability and compliance across manufacturing, and QC operations. This role applies extensive knowledge of maintenance and calibration processes, industry standards, and regulatory guidelines to establish, streamline workflows, and minimize equipment downtime. Additionally, this role involves analyzing trend data, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and environmental standards to support manufacturing excellence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops and communicates calibration strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with industry standards (e.g., ISO, ASTM, FDA) and organizational goals.

• Leads planning and execution of calibration schedules, ensuring timely and accurate calibration of all equipment and instruments.

• Implements best practices for calibration, preventive maintenance, and equipment validation to support manufacturing excellence.

• Supervises calibration technicians and maintenance personnel, providing coaching, training, and performance evaluations.

• Promotes a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement within the calibration and maintenance team.

• Ensures team compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards.

• Fosters a team environment that encourages innovation, proactive problem-solving, and professional development.

• Oversees maintenance and calibration activities, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis to resolve issues promptly.

• Develops and monitors key performance indicators (KPIs) such as calibration accuracy, turnaround times, and compliance metrics.

• Coordinates with production, quality, and engineering teams to prioritize maintenance and calibration activities and minimize operational disruptions.

• Conducts trend analysis of calibration and maintenance data to identify areas for process improvement and risk mitigation.

• Presents performance metrics and improvement initiatives to senior management and cross-functional stakeholders.

• Leverages advanced analytics and digital tools to enhance predictive maintenance and process optimization.

• Participates in regulatory audits and inspections, supporting compliance efforts.

• Uphold Johnson & Johnson’s Credo and Leadership Imperatives in daily interactions, exemplifying the company’s core values.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree is required - Focused degree in Engineering, engineering technology, or a related technical field is preferred.

• Advanced certifications in calibration or maintenance are a plus.

Experience & Skills:

Required:

• Minimum 6 years of experience in calibration or maintenance, or manufacturing operations; biopharma or cell therapy experience is preferred

• Minimum 3 years of leadership experience within regulated industries

• Working knowledge of regulatory standards (FDA, ISO, Anvisa, EMA) and quality systems

• Experience supporting audits and maintaining audit-ready documentation

• Deep understanding of calibration principles and maintenance practices

• Familiarity with calibration management systems and data analysis tools

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams

• Strong analytical, and decision-making capabilities

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey technical information clearly

• Skilled in managing multiple projects, prioritizing tasks, and managing schedules

Preferred:

• Project management skills, emphasizing safety, quality, and operational efficiency

• Operation Excellence Certification (Green Belt, Black Belt, or Problem Solving)

Other

• May require standing, walking, and manual handling for extended periods

• Occasional lifting of equipment or tools up to a specified weight

• Adherence to safety protocols and use of PPE as requires

• May require up to 10% domestic and/or international travel

If you are under 18 years of age, you (the candidate) may need to obtain the necessary working papers or other documentation required by state law to start the assignment, as well as get a parent’s consent for the background check.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Required Skills:

 

 

Preferred Skills:

Audit Management, Business Alignment, Developing Others, EHS Compliance, Equipment Maintenance, Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Lean Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Standards, Performance Measurement, Process Improvements, Project Engineering, Quality Control Testing, Quality Validation, Repair Management, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), Team Management

 

 

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$102,000.00 - $177,100.00

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
• Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
• Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
• Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
• Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
• Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
• Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
• Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
• Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
• Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits