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Peter Van Wijk is listed as Director R and D IOL Development and Engineering at Johnson & Johnson Vision, based in Greater Groningen Area, Netherlands. AeroLeads shows a matched LinkedIn profile for Peter Van Wijk.
Peter Van Wijk previously worked as Director R&D IOL Development and Engineering at Johnson & Johnson Vision and Sr. Program Manager R&D Project Management at Johnson & Johnson Vision. Peter Van Wijk holds Executive Mba, Business Administration from Rotterdam School Of Management, Erasmus University.
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About Peter Van Wijk
25+ years track record in Medical Device Industry within large multinationals as well as start ups (Co-Founder).Wide expertise in R&D, Engineering, Operations, Quality Systems and Quality Systems setup, Biocompatibility, Regulatory Affairs and Clinical Research.Specialized in Program/Project Management, also experienced in functional management (R&D, Operations, Process Engineering)I have entrepeneurial spirit, ability to cut through complexity, and breaking this complexity down into manageable parts. Developed "situational awareness" in the many roles / functions I have held over the years.Proven track record to deliver on (project) objectives, building high performance (project) teams within startups as well within large multinationals. I enjoy employee growth, and always encourage & support further performance improvements.
Listed skills include Medical Devices, Product Development, R&D, Six Sigma, and 40 others.
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Director R&D Iol Development And Engineering
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Sr. Program Manager R&D Project Management
(Abbott Medical Optics Division was acquired by J&J in 2017)• Program Management of 3 up to 5 new product introduction projects of Class 2b Implants (IOLs)• Responsible from project initiation to commercial launch of Intra Ocular Lenses (IOLs)• Leading multiple virtual project teams (US, APAC & Europe) incl. stakeholder management• Experienced in creating High Performance Project Teams, establishing team coherence • Effective in presenting progress in Business stage gate reviews for Sr. Management• Excellent track record in meeting Launch dates consistently exceeding expectations • Process Owner Project Management Method Integration for the Site (J&J’s Flawless Project eXecution (FPX) methodology) • Chairman Project Review Committee (aligning all project activities within Technology Centre)• Initiated set up of Technology Centre Project Management Office
Sr Manager Product And Process Development
Responsible for:• Managing 20 Process & Manufacturing engineers • New Product Development support, knowledge center for high Volume plant in Puerto Rico, manufacturing support, process automation, continuous improvement programs and breakthrough manufacturing process development• Providing support as lead technology site for manufacturing expansion in Asia (Malaysia)Major accomplishments:• Created structure and focus for Engineering Department; balanced engineering resources over the different support areas and ad-hoc demands• Supported new Malaysian Production Plant start• Led cooperation between external partner with the intention of technology acquisition, frequently reported to steering committee consisting of divisional Sr. management
Program Manager - New Product Introductions
• Managing a program of product development projects (typically 3-5 projects) for Intra Ocular Lenses (Implantable Class 2b devices)• End-to-End responsibility from project start to commercial launch leading multifunctional virtual project teams (timelines, budget, stakeholder management) • Experienced in organizing teams, creating team coherence and effective in presenting progress in Business stage gate reviews for Senior Management (Vice President level)• Site MT member & chairman of Project Review Committee (aligning all project activities within Technology Center)Major Accomplishments• Awarded twice for “Best Project of the Year” within the Abbott Medical Optics division • Excellent track record on meeting Launch dates with high quality and consistently exceeded expectations • Recognized for leadership
Board Chairman And Interim Director Of Steiner-Waldorf Primary School
School Board Chairman of the Steiner-Waldorf Primary School• performed crisis management (employees & financial); prevented bankruptcy of the school• Interim School Director for 6 months (unpaid)• Integrated School in Foundation with 15 Waldorf Steiner Schools (financially secured future)
Co-Founder & Member Board Of Directors
Co-Founder And Director Product Development, Operations & Qa/Ra
Founder of Orteq in 2003, a Sports medicine Startup that commercialized a meniscal implant based on a novel biodegradable aliphatic polyurethane (Class III impantlantable device). Responsible for Product Development, Manufacturing, Logistics, Quality Assurance, Engineering, Regulatory Affairs and Human Resources (up to 20 employees)Major accomplishments• Successfully negotiated deal to buy IP from Dutch Technology Foundation STW • Raised US$ 3 million seed capital early 2006, contributed in raising additional US$ 22 million • Achieved EU market approval in 2½ years for the Actifit biodegradable meniscal implant• Setup Quality System, implemented ISO13485 and subsequently received CE Mark (Annex II) • Supervised all activities related to GLP biocompatibility studies for new medical polyurethane• Built up organization able to support the market introduction and life cycle management of this Class III device • managed optimization and scale up of the manufacturing processes to support market expansion • organized pre IDE filings and meetings with the FDA in order to seek access to the US market
Founder; Managing Director & Senior Consultant / Interim Manager
Senior consultant / Interim manager for companies within the disciplines pharmaceuticals, medical devices and biodegradable food packaging Major accomplishments (consultancy / interim management):• Implemented quality systems within 6 months timeframe for a biopolymer producer • Set up professional analytical analysis and R&D department for biopolymer producer • Supported a new medical device unit of a large Dutch life science- and performance materials company (quality systems, project management)
Global Process Development Manager Cypher Medicine Eluting Stent Commercialization Team
Responsibilities• Process development and production implementation of a time-release medicine drug-implant combination product (drug eluting stent), implemented lean manufacturing concepts• Set up and management of process engineering group (Dutch, Italian and US engineers)Major accomplishments:• Effectively managed project activities on 4 different development/production sites • Delivered projects in time or ahead of schedule • Significantly improved performance, yield and output of stent coating and stent-assembly
Manager, Production Engineering And Mexico Transfer
Responsibilities• Managed a group of 25 engineers/technicians• Led production engineering for diagnostic catheter production, Injection Molding and Extrusion• Led full production transfer of diagnostic catheters and catheter sheath introducers (CSI’s) to new J&J facility in Mexico.Major accomplishments• Led and motivated employees to accept Johnson & Johnson’s decision to transfer large parts of manufacturing from the Netherlands to Mexico (loss of 450 FTE’s)• Guided engineering employees in new job descriptions• Transformed production engineering department into a project-oriented organization• Successfully completed the total transfer on time
Project Leader, New Product Development
Responsibilities• Set up production for new medical devices (interventional cardiology) in a multi-site setting • Managed projects including planning, budget control, project team co-ordination/guidance and progress reports• Developed knowledge of and experience with CFM (Continuous Flow Manufacturing), Product and process development, Process validations • Cooperated with US project teams (Florida & New Jersey) in multi-site projects Major accomplishments• Completed four new product introductions in time • Completed the first three-site project within the product development organization after J&J acquired Cordis (high visibility & business impact)
Group Lead Product Development And Service Laboratory
Product development of chemical additives for cooling water (corrosion inhibition and anti-scaling agents); functional responsibility for 4 employees.Represented company in alliance of industrial water treatment chemicals suppliers and users
Student Supervisor
Coached and judged students during practical work in their first and second years
Peter Van Wijk education
Executive Mba, Business Administration
Msc, Polymer Chemistry (Biomedical Material Development)
Equivalent To Bsc, Analytical Chemistry
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What company does Peter Van Wijk work for?
Peter Van Wijk works for Johnson & Johnson Vision.
What is Peter Van Wijk's role at Johnson & Johnson Vision?
Peter Van Wijk is listed as Director R and D IOL Development and Engineering at Johnson & Johnson Vision.
Where is Peter Van Wijk based?
Peter Van Wijk is based in Greater Groningen Area, Netherlands while working with Johnson & Johnson Vision.
What companies has Peter Van Wijk worked for?
Peter Van Wijk has worked for Johnson & Johnson Vision, Abbott Medical Optics, Widar Vrijeschool Groningen, Orteq Sportsmedicine, and Cordis, Johnson & Johnson.
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What schools did Peter Van Wijk attend?
Peter Van Wijk holds Executive Mba, Business Administration from Rotterdam School Of Management, Erasmus University.
What skills is Peter Van Wijk known for?
Peter Van Wijk is listed with skills including Medical Devices, Product Development, R&D, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Project Management, Start Ups, and Iso.
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