Internal posting 17.04. – 01.05.2026

Johnson & Johnson Medical GmbH is recruiting for a Technical Manager - Sterilisation (m/f/d), located in Norderstedt, Germany.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee site sterilization equipment and technical process within the production operations of a medical device company

• Manage maintenance and servicing of sterilization equipment at the production site

• Develop and implement the technology roadmap for the sterilization department

• Ensure technical production requirements are met and drive continuous improvements for a flexible and efficient operation

• Responsibility for a diverse technical team including project engineers, process experts, and equipment technicians

• Conduct and monitor validations, qualifications, and risk assessments in sterilization

• Plan, schedule, execute and sponsor projects while adhering to all standards and compliance requirements, with appropriate staffing and within budget

• Actively support the site vision and strategy, with a focus on sterilization

• Monitor and control departmental budget and approve expenditures within defined limits

• Collaborate closely with Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Production to achieve site goals

• Effectively manage team members to achieve desired results

• Prepare and implement development programs for staff

• Role-model company values according to our Credo and promote Credo-driven behavior

• Create and/or approve procedures, specifications, guidelines, and other official documents

• Ensure compliance with legal, company, and internal regulations

• Guarantee adherence to all product quality-related safety and environmental regulations, as well as company guidelines on good housekeeping and ergonomics

Your Qualifications

• Degree in process engineering, bioengineering, medical technology, food technology, or similar qualification

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in medical device sterilization or in managing of complex process / chemical engineering equipment

• Proven experience in professional leadership and development of employees

• Knowledge of relevant standards (e.g., ISO 13485, MDR, TRGS 513)

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Demonstrated analytical skills (e.g., LEAN, Six Sigma) and sound professional judgment to solve complex technical challenges

• Understanding of business management principles

• High self-motivation

• Experienced in managing shifting priorities and working under pressure

• Fluency in both English and German is required

Classification: This position is assigned to the non-tariff area, depending on previous experience. The anticipated base pay range for this position is 78.300 EUR to 135.700 EUR.

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