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Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com.\nAs guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.\nJob Function:\nSupply Chain ManufacturingJob Sub Function:\nManufacturing Pharmaceutical Process OperationsJob Category:\nBusiness Enablement/SupportAll Job Posting Locations:\nSassenheim, NetherlandsJob Description:\nWe are looking for the best Manufacturing Operators for our USP/DSP and Fill and Finish departments in Sassenheim, Netherlands!\nJoin 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.\nBuild your career at the forefront of innovation in a collaborative environment, with strong growth opportunities through training, mentoring, and clear career paths\nAs 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\nQualifications / Requirements:\nPreferably 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.\nHands-on expertise in a BSL2 environment, focusing on cell culture, virus propagation, purification, or Fill & Finish, adhering to GMP and EHS standards.\nStrong English communication skills, with the ability to analyse complex situations and maintain high accuracy and independence.\nAdaptable teammate with a proactive approach, ready to tackle challenges and work flexible shifts.\nYour Benefits:\n12-month contract incl. 1 month probation period\n40-hour work week, shifts to be implemented.\n36 days of paid leave, based on a full-time contract.\nJ&J Health Insurance with Zilveren Kruis Achmea.\nJ&J Pension Plan\nCommuting allowance\nGlobal Well-Being Reimbursement up to 450EUR*\nReferral bonus, refer your friends and family to work at J&J.\nWorking Jubilee Gifts\nGlobal Parental leave\nCareer Opportunities to keep growing on your skills\nAbout the departments:\nUpstream Processing (USP)\nThe 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.\nKey activities include:\nCulturing and inoculation of cells in Shaker Flasks and Wave bags\nDaily monitoring of cell cultures (cell count, pH, sampling)\nPreparing and executing transfection processes\nPreparing process additions (e.g. Benzonase solutions)\nHarvesting and clarification of cell culture material\nSample handling and documentation for USP activities\nDownstream Processing (DSP)\nThe DSP department is responsible for the purification of viral vectors. The team operates on a 13/7 shift roster with 19,99% shift allowance.\nKey activities include:\nPurification using Ion Exchange chromatography\nSterile filtration, including filter integrity testing (PUPSIT)\nUltrafiltration and diafiltration\nSample handling and documentation for DSP activities\nFill & Finish (F&F)\nThe 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.\nKey activities include:\nPreparation and setup of isolators and filling equipment\nAseptic filling in a Grade A isolator using an automated filling robot\nVisual inspection of filled vials\nLabelling and storage of product in controlled freezers\nIn 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.\nAt 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.\nHere’s what you can expect:\nApplication review: We’ll carefully review your CV to see how your skills and experience align with the role. \nGetting 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. \nStaying 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. \nFinal steps: For successful candidates, you will need to complete country-specific checks before starting your new role. We will help guide you through these. \nFinally, 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\nRequired Skills:\nPreferred Skills:\nAdministrative Support, Agile Manufacturing, Analytics Dashboards, Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Control (CMC), Communication, Data Compilation, Data Savvy, Execution Focus, Gap Analysis, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Operational Excellence, Plant Operations, Process Optimization, Process Oriented, Project Administration, Regulatory Compliance, Self-AwarenessThe anticipated base pay range for this position is:\n€35,000.00 - €53,360.00Benefits:\nIn 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, 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.\n*This is for informative purposes only. 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