MSAT Site Lead Synthetics Schaffhausen

Johnson & Johnson · Schaffhausen, Switzerland

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Role summary

Johnson & Johnson seeks an experienced MSAT Site Lead for its Schaffhausen facility to oversee technical and people leadership for synthetic drug substance and solid oral product operations. The role ensures compliant, reliable manufacturing while driving process excellence, technology transfer, and lifecycle management across the commercial portfolio.

What they're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field
At least 8 years of pharmaceutical manufacturing, process development, or MSAT experience
Strong knowledge of synthetics drug substance and solid oral drug product processes
Experience with technology transfer, process validation, and GMP compliance
Demonstrated people and change leadership in global matrix organizations
Fluent in English and German
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management capabilities

What you'll be doing

Lead and develop the Schaffhausen MSAT team, setting priorities and deploying resources strategically
Own technical support for commercial portfolio including process monitoring, troubleshooting, and lifecycle improvements
Lead new product introductions, scale-up activities, transfers, and major process changes
Drive process excellence through standardization, data analytics, and continuous improvement initiatives
Ensure GMP adherence, regulatory compliance, and support health authority inspections and audits

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