Overview
Please note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. While you are welcome to apply to any or all of the postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s). Are you passionate about turning innovative ideas into real‑world manufacturing excellence? This role is for a technical leader of all machining or material removal processes in the business, which includes (but are not limited to) machining, grinding and polishing processes. The role is part of the Global Manufacturing Innovation (MI) organization and will be reporting to the Global Director of Manufacturing Innovation.
Location and Organization
DePuy Synthes (DPS) is recruiting for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, within the Joints Platform – TechOps (Technical Operations), Manufacturing Innovation team. This role can be located in the USA: Raynham, MA or Warsaw, IN; UK: Leeds; Ireland: Cork; and China: Suzhou.
Responsibilities
* Subject Matter Expertise – act as the go‑to expert for all technical aspects of machining processes across all sites, approve and endorse process changes, including new equipment, upgrades and modifications, ensuring compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
* Process Standardization & Optimization – drive global process excellence by ensuring that process changes and improvements are effectively communicated and adopted across all manufacturing sites, establish and maintain global validation strategies and support relevant audits, fostering continuous improvement and compliance.
* Support, Collaboration & Governance – provide specialized technical support and governance on existing initiatives within the business, working collaboratively with cross‑functional teams to resolve challenges and streamline operations.
* Technology Ownership – own the technology and its future: develop and routinely update the global strategy and roadmap for the designated manufacturing process, considering external market, competitor, and technology trends.
* Capability Building – work collaboratively with the business to ensure that it has the investments, infrastructure, capital and talent required to implement the technology strategy and roadmap.
* New Initiatives – support the development of new programme charters and initiatives by providing expert guidance on timelines, costs, risks, and benefits during development and implementation of new innovations.
* Data & Metrics Reporting – collect, analyze, and report metrics related to the process, such as performance trends, aligning these insights with overall business metrics.
Qualifications
* 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 required, with experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, programme delivery and/or people management role.
* Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, technologies, and innovation ecosystems is desirable.
Other Requirements
* 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 always.
* Follows appropriate safety practices in order to prevent accidents to self or others.
* Demonstrates history of positive communication skills showing courtesy, tact, and understanding in interactions with co‑workers, even under stressful circumstances.
Preferred Skills
* Benchmarking
* Business Planning
* Coaching
* Facility Management
* Financial Competence
* Leading Change
* Lean Manufacturing Principles
* Lean Supply Chain Management
* Manufacturing Engineering
* Manufacturing Flow Management
* Performance Measurement
* Predictive Maintenance
* Product Design
* Safety‑Oriented
* Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Application
* Tactical Planning
* Technical Credibility
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Johnson & Johnson is an affirmative action and 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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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