Technical Manager Sterilisation

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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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