Manager Quality Control

About Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine

Johnson & Johnson’s purpose is to improve health through innovation. The company develops healthcare solutions aimed at preventing, treating, and curing complex diseases, with a focus on smarter, less invasive and more personalized care. Its capabilities across Innovative Medicine and MedTech support breakthroughs that can improve health outcomes worldwide.

In line with its Credo, the organization emphasizes an inclusive workplace where employees are valued as individuals and treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.

Role Summary

This Manager Quality Control role is based in Ringaskiddy, County Cork, Ireland, and sits within the Quality function under the Quality Control sub-function. It is a people leadership position responsible for ensuring that QC laboratories deliver a compliant, timely, and cost-efficient service during both plant qualification and routine operations.

The labs support release testing, results review and approval, and quality oversight of raw materials, in-process materials, final bulk materials, environmental monitoring, utilities, and ongoing project needs. The role may oversee one or more QC laboratories, including In-Process Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, and/or Bioassay, while driving continuous improvement, customer focus, and strong alignment with business priorities.

Key Responsibilities

The manager will lead the QC team, including coaching, capability building, and performance management, while ensuring operational readiness and compliance across laboratory activities.

• Lead the team to meet batch release testing commitments consistently.
• Oversee timely, compliant qualification of QC analytical equipment and systems, as well as analyst method and equipment training.
• Approve GMP documents connected to analytical method transfer.
• Ensure method transfer activities are completed within required timelines.
• Maintain readiness of QC laboratories during both project execution and routine manufacturing phases.
• Direct the lab team to provide compliant, efficient, and cost-conscious QC support to the plant.
• Manage the laboratory budget, including headcount, overheads, and capital spending.
• Set QC policies in coordination with QA and corporate direction.
• Plan ahead for future needs such as procedures, capital investment, hiring, compliance, and efficiency improvements.
• Put systems in place so QC work aligns with product license commitments, cGMP, and company quality standards.
• Identify and implement improvements in efficiency, cost, quality, and service levels.
• Ensure health and safety expectations are built into departmental responsibilities and followed consistently.
• Define functional goals for the area and provide routine performance updates to quality and plant leadership.
• Build a process-driven approach within QC and across partner departments to use resources effectively.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and provide visible leadership in that effort.
• Develop technical capability and people skills to support new technologies and best practices.
• Form effective partnerships with internal teams, cross-functional groups, and JSC affiliates to keep QC work aligned and coordinated.
• Represent JJIM in relevant discussions with regulatory bodies, industry forums, and similar external settings where needed.
• Provide leadership grounded in teamwork, collaboration, strategic thinking, talent development, and integrity.
• Work closely with other departments as a strategic partner to support business goals.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in a scientific or technical subject is required.
• At least 10 years of experience in the biological and/or pharmaceutical industry is needed.
• About 5 years of QC laboratory supervisory or management experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of FDA and EMEA regulatory expectations for biologics and/or pharmaceuticals is required.
• Proven understanding and practical application of regulations affecting QC methods and procedures, including FDA, HPRA, EMEA, and other relevant authorities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong customer orientation and a focus on service quality.
• Innovative mindset with solid written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and strong problem-solving ability.
• Results-driven, adaptable, flexible, tactful, diplomatic, and able to maintain confidentiality.
• Leadership skills including strategic thinking, talent development, performance management, and change leadership.
• Ability to influence others, make sound decisions, and hold self accountable for compliant execution.
• Comfort working with diverse teams, listening to other viewpoints, and maintaining ethical standards.
• Awareness of responsible and ethical AI practices, with experience using effective prompts to improve productivity and efficiency.
• A master’s degree in engineering, science, or a similar technical field is desirable.

Safety and Working Conditions

All employees must follow the company’s Environmental, Health & Safety Policy, Safety Statement, local procedures, and site EHS Manual, along with all applicable legislation.

Under the Safety, Health & Welfare at Work Act 2005, employees are expected to take reasonable care of their own safety and that of colleagues, follow EHS rules, understand the safety impact of their work, attend required training, use PPE and safety equipment, report incidents and near misses, raise unsafe conditions, contribute ideas for safer workplaces, participate in EHS teams, and not ignore unsafe acts or situations.

Additional Information

This role description is intended as a general guide and is not a complete list of duties. Management may change the responsibilities, schedule, or scope of the role at any time to support production or other business requirements.

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated base salary for this position is €70,100 to €121,210 per year.

In addition to base pay, the benefits package may include an annual bonus or sales commission depending on pay grade and location, based on prior-year performance and company results. Additional offerings include vacation days, parental leave of at least 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, and financial, physical, and mental health programs. Service anniversary and recognition awards may also be available, and eligible employees and, in some locations, dependents may access selected insurance plans. Benefit details can vary by location and are subject to change.