Description:

Johnson & Johnson is currently seeking Learning & Development Manager to join our Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine Supply Chain organization located in Wilson, North Carolina.

This role may require periods of increased travel to support startup activities based on functional needs and project timelines. In some cases, this could involve frequent travel and/or short-term stays with vendors, sister companies, or partners. In steady state, we expect travel to be

J&J is expanding our manufacturing capacity with $2 billion investment to support strong portfolio growth and continue delivering breakthrough innovation and transformational medicines for patients. The new facility will expand production of innovative biologic medicines in areas including oncology, immunology, and neuroscience. J&J’s significant supply chain investment ensures a resilient and reliable future supply of medicines to meet accelerating demand for our current portfolio of medicines and our future innovations.

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. 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 https://www.jnj.com/.

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) has been a part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Rooted in Our Credo, the values of DEI fuel our pursuit to create a healthier, more equitable world. Our diverse workforce and culture of belonging accelerate innovation to solve the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges.

We know that the success of our business – and our ability to deliver meaningful solutions – depends on how well we understand and meet the diverse needs of the communities we serve. Which is why we foster a culture of inclusion and belonging where all perspectives, abilities and experiences are valued and our people can reach their potential.

At Johnson & Johnson, we all belong.

As the Learning and Development Manager, you will have the unique opportunity to shape the learning programs for our new biologics manufacturing organization. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing world-class learning initiatives that will enhance the skills and competencies of our team. This role is critical in ensuring the flawless execution of our training programs and driving the success of our mission.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create, maintain, and deliver new hire training programs to ensure a strong foundation for our team members and site.
• Identify ongoing learning and development needs of the different functional teams and design targeted programs to address knowledge gaps and enhance manufacturing reliability and execution.
• Act as an instructional designer, applying adult learning principles to construct and update programs aligned with business objectives.
• Collaborate with other sites around the globe to benchmark, leverage, and create an industry leading training approach.
• Conduct environmental scanning to identify potential learning gaps and implement programs to address them. Work to be a champion of continuous learning and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Build from ground up our learning & development philosophy, structure, and infrastructure working directly with department leads to align with startup and base business needs.
• Develops actionable insights by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and information from Training systems and various sources.
• Establishes priorities to deliver on training program KPI’s Lead and develop learning and development team.
• Ensures site training program and strategy is consistent with GMP requirements and company requirements.
• Lead by example and striving to perform to high standards at all times in compliance with Credo and Standards of leadership.
• Directly responsible for the training program during relevant internal and external audits.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field
• A minimum of 6 years of relevant experience within a pharmaceutical or GMP regulated Operations environment.
• Experience in people leadership.
• Work experience in a chemical, pharmaceutical, medical device, or similarly regulated manufacturing industry.
• Proven experience in instructional design, learning management systems, and adult learning principles.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal partners to identify common goals and achieve them.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to maintain excellent working relationships and function as a proactive team player.
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to work and thrive in a multi-cultural, matrix environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability in an evolving supply chain environment, with a focus on organizational development.
• Customer-focused and results-driven, acting with speed, flexibility, and accountability to achieve goals.
• Understand the impact of your work on the broader enterprise, using this insight to make effective decisions and prioritize tasks to deliver results.
• Availability to support training during nights or weekends as required by the manufacturing schedule.
• Advanced proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing in English

Preferred:

• Operations experience within a life sciences or biopharmaceutical environment
• Experience with change management, promotion, program marketing
• Experience with GMP documentation Systems
• Experience with virtual reality or other advanced learning capabilities

This job posting is anticipated to close on 10/20/2024. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on https://www.careers.jnj.com to accept additional applications.

Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance.

Employees may be eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).

Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:

• Vacation – up to 120 hours per calendar year
• Sick time – up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington – up to 56 hours per calendar year
• Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – up to 13 days per calendar year
• Work, Personal and Family Time – up to 40 hours per calendar year

Additional information can be found through the link below.

For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: – https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and 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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com.]

About Organization

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. As a focused healthcare company, with expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we’re empowered to tackle the world’s toughest health challenges, innovate through science and technology, and transform patient care. ​

All of this is possible because of our people. We’re passionate innovators who put people first, and through our purpose-driven culture and talented workforce, we are stronger than ever. ​