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At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.\nJob Function:\nProject/Program Management GroupJob Sub Function:\nProject/Program ManagementJob Category:\nProfessionalAll Job Posting Locations:\nSchaffhausen, SwitzerlandJob Description:\nOur expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.\nJoin us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine.\nWe are looking for the best talent, we are looking for a MES Business Unit Lead\nThe MES BU Lead is accountable for the successful deployment, adoption, and operational readiness of the Next Generation Manufacturing Execution System (NGMES) within Schaffhausen Synthetics Manufacturing API. 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