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Johnson & Johnson, Global Process Owner - Surface Modifications - DePuy Synthes

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At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com.

Job Function:

Supply Chain Engineering Job Sub Function:

Manufacturing Engineering Job Category:

Scientific/Technology All Job Posting Locations:

Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of America; Warsaw, Indiana, United States of America

Job Description Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, DePuy Synthes. The separation is expected to take 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, regulatory approvals, and other customary conditions. Upon completion, you will be an employee of DePuy Synthes and governed by its employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans.

In this role, you will lead all Surface Modification processes within the business, encompassing surface coatings and mechanical/energy‑based technologies. You will report to the Global Director of Manufacturing Innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the go‑to expert for all technical aspects of Surface Modification/Coating processes across all sites, approving and endorsing process changes, new equipment, upgrades, and modifications to ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.

Drive global process excellence by communicating and adopting process changes across all manufacturing sites; establish and maintain global validation strategies and support relevant audits.

Provide specialized technical support and governance on existing initiatives, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to resolve challenges and streamline operations.

Own the technology and its future, developing and updating the global strategy and roadmap for the designated manufacturing process, considering market, competitor, and technology trends.

Collaborate with the business to ensure the required investments, infrastructure, capital, and talent are in place to implement the technology strategy and roadmap.

Support the development of new programme charters and initiatives by providing expert guidance on timelines, costs, risks, and benefits during implementation of new innovations.

Collect, analyze, and report metrics related to the process, aligning insights with overall business metrics.

Experience, Skills & Proficiencies Required

Qualification or equivalent experience in Engineering, Science, Manufacturing, Production, and/or Operations Management.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Passionate about leading significant change initiatives that have delivered breakthrough results for an organization.

Strong customer relationship management, with an ability to understand and address client frustrations and spot opportunities.

Proven business experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, program delivery, and/or people management role.

Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, technologies, and innovation ecosystems is desirable.

Works and communicates well with others in a team environment.

Comfortable working across multiple geographically dispersed locations.

Participates in and understands all compliance related activities pertaining to the role.

Follows all local laws and policies and maintains the highest levels of integrity, ethics, and compliance.

Follows appropriate safety practices to prevent accidents to self or others.

Demonstrates positive communication skills with courtesy, tact, and understanding in interactions with co‑workers, even under stressful circumstances.

Additional Information Your application will be considered as a single submission for all postings. The position is available across multiple countries with different requisition numbers.

IE/China – Requisition Number: R-040653 UK – Requisition Number: R-042844

Senior level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Management and Manufacturing Industries: Technology, Information and Internet

Other Required and Preferred Skills

Benchmarking, Coaching, Critical Thinking, Facility Management, Leading Change, Lean Manufacturing Principles, Lean Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Flow Management, Organizing, Performance Measurement, Predictive Maintenance, Product Design, Program Management, Project Scheduling, Safety-Oriented, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application, Strategic Thinking

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