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CQ Supervisor
Salary
Job description
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Job Function:
QualityJob Sub Function:
Customer/Commercial QualityJob Category:
ProfessionalAll Job Posting Locations:
Zuchwil, SwitzerlandJob Description:
Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) CQ Supervisor – Compliance, located in Zuchwil, Solothurn.
Job Overview
The CQ Supervisor – Compliance is responsible for supervising day‑to‑day compliance execution within Commercial Quality, ensuring consistent adherence to quality system requirements, regulatory expectations, and internal policies. This role plays an important operational leadership role by supporting compliance activities, monitoring quality performance, and guiding team members in executing compliant commercial and distribution processes. The position contributes directly to patient safety, audit readiness, and reliable business operations within a regulated MedTech environment.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise and support execution of Commercial Quality compliance activities in alignment with QMS and regulatory requirements.
Ensure consistent application of quality policies, procedures, and controls across assigned activities.
Monitor compliance performance, quality metrics, and trends; escalate issues and support corrective actions.
Support audit and inspection readiness, including documentation review and response coordination.
Partner with Commercial, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to support compliant product distribution and lifecycle activities.
Provide guidance and day‑to‑day oversight to team members on compliance expectations and execution.
Support investigation and resolution of compliance deviations and quality issues.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen compliance effectiveness and operational consistency.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Quality, Engineering, Life Sciences, Regulatory Affairs, or a related discipline (required).
Advanced degree in a scientific or quality‑related field (preferred).
Experience and Skills:
Required:
Typically 4-6 years of experience in Quality, Compliance, Regulatory, or related roles within a regulated industry.
Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems and regulatory requirements impacting commercial operations.
Experience supporting audits, inspections, or compliance assessments.
Ability to supervise operational quality activities and support team execution.
Preferred:
Experience in medical devices, healthcare, or other highly regulated industries.
Familiarity with EU MDR and commercial/distribution compliance expectations.
Experience working in a multinational or matrixed organization.
Prior experience providing informal leadership or supervisory support.
Quality or Regulatory certifications (e.g., ASQ, RAC).
Strong attention to detail, documentation, and organizational skills.
Effective communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
Other:
Language: English required; German preferred.
Travel: Limited; occasional regional travel.
Certifications: Quality or Regulatory certifications preferred but not required.
Johnson & Johnson is an 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, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
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Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Audit Management, Business Savvy, Coaching, Communication, Compliance Management, Continuous Improvement, Fact-Based Decision Making, ISO 9001, Issue Escalation, Problem Solving, Quality Control (QC), Quality Management Systems (QMS), Quality Standards, Regulatory Environment, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
