Johnson & Johnson
Value Stream Leader
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Value Stream Leader
Location: Blackpool, UK (onsite full time) Duration: 12 months Hours: 37
Imagine leading a project to manage resources for value-added production while ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, quality, and business systems. The Value Stream Leader plays a pivotal role in driving improvements in production line performance and achieving operational excellence.
Head of role:
Under general direction and adherence to all applicable federal, state/local laws and Johnson & Johnson procedures, the role entails:
Travel requirements: Limited to no more than 5%, predominantly for training/experience at other sites.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
- Resource allocation: Oversee allocation to meet daily operational demands while supporting company-wide initiatives.
- Problem-solving: Facilitate root-cause identification and resolution across the team.
- Compliance processes: Initiate and complete deviations, CAPAs, and other quality system actions.
- Customer service: Ensure meeting or exceeding customer service standards.
- Technical execution: Oversee daily plant operations and align with strategic imperatives (e.g., compliance, safety, development, cost reductions, innovation).
- Regulatory adherence: Enforce GMP requirements rigorously.
- Continuous improvement: Champion operational excellence and quality while driving process excellence (Leap Manufacturing).
- Team accountability: Set clear goals/objections to foster individual and collective ownership.
- Project delivery: Ensure project timelines (e.g., launch dates, production quantities, costs) are met.
- Planning & budgeting: Contribute to business, capital, and resource plans, and routine budget control.
- Leadership & development: Mentor, coach, and develop staff (e.g., health, safety, environmental compliance).
- Innovation & efficiency: Embed best practices (e.g., Lean, Process Excellence) for measurable improvements.
- Stakeholder engagement: Convey business issues/opportunities to management.
- Regulatory compliance: Ensure adherence to Federal/state/local policies and company standards.
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How to Succeed in This Role
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Qualification: Minimum of an HND in Scientific or Engineering, or equivalent.
Note: Experience may substitute formal qualifications depending on qualification.
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Experience: Proven track record in regulated manufacturing environments, managing multiple operational teams.
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Prefect Areas: Previous experience in quality, engineering, or supply chain roles is advantageous.
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Methodologies: Demonstrated ability to apply Lean Manufacturing principles for operational efficiency.
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Soft Skills:
- Positive outlook and problem-solving mindset.
- Mature, persuasive, and adaptable attitude.
- Strong analytical skills to decode complex product/process challenges.
- Fully accountable, responsible, and inclusive.
- Leadership qualities of influencing sustainably and prioritising safety and quality.
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Technical Proficiencies:
- Proficiency with KPIs to boost performance.
- IT sophistication and forward-thinking mindset.
- Ability to deliver production plans on schedule/budget.
- Influence/engage with stakeholders across different hierarchies.
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Core Values (our Credo):
- LIVE: Lead with a primary focus on safety, quality, and engaging teams.
- CONNECT: Create rapport and drive consistency across the organisation.
- GROW: Embrace growth—identify cost-effective solutions to boost productivity.
- SHAPE: Drive positive change by reshaping current processes and taking accountability.
Benefits
- Competitive Package: Attractive hourly rate for this contract.
- Duration: Position is tenured for 12 months.
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Diversuity, Equity & Inclusion
For over 130 years, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) have been central to Johnson & Johnson—strengthening our reputation through diversity of perspectives and creating an inclusive culture where employees thrive. Together, let’s ensure everyone belongs and succeeds.
Application Process
Deadline: First-round applications accepted within 2 working days.
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