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Johnson & Johnson

Senior Director, Global Technical Operations, EndoMech & Energy

  • Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
  • Full-time
  • $187,000.00 - $320,850.00
  • Posted
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Skills

  • Leadership
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Operations
  • Quality Management Systems
  • Six Sigma
  • Supply Chain

Job description

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 jnj.com

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world.  We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual.  At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function:

Supply Chain Engineering

Job Sub Function:

Multi-Family Supply Chain Engineering

Job Category:

People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Job Description:

About Surgery

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of surgery? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world’s most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting.

Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

The EndoMech and Energy segment exemplify our commitment to surgical excellence and patient safety. We leverage cutting-edge technology, extensive R&D capabilities, and the insights of healthcare professionals to develop products that assist in surgical procedures, ensuring improved outcomes and a better quality of care. Our dedication to innovation drives us to constantly discover new ways to serve and support healthcare providers and patients alike.

Position Summary:

The Senior Director of Global Technical Operations EndoMech & Energy is a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing the technical operations that ensure the seamless introduction and lifecycle management of surgical products in the market. This esteemed position demands a visionary leader with a profound understanding of both technical and operational aspects of medical device manufacturing.

The individual in this role will ensure that new products are strategically launched into the supply chain while effectively managing the existing product portfolio. Strong collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential for successful program execution and alignment with business objectives. This leader will prioritize quality, cost efficiency, and timely delivery, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

•Strategic Vision and Leadership:
•Develop and implement a clear and actionable technical and business strategy aligned with organizational goals and market dynamics. Assess future needs and proactively plan for innovation in technical operations.
•Process Engineering Support:
•Lead the establishment of robust Process Engineering capabilities to support manufacturing operations across all internal and external sites. Drive initiatives to enhance production efficiency and product quality.
•R&D and New Product Introductions:
•Cultivate strategic partnerships with commercial and R&D teams, translating customer insights and market trends into innovative product introductions. Ensure that all new products are launch-ready, focusing on Supply Chain integration, timelines, stability, and cost-effectiveness.
•Lifecycle Management:
•Oversee the entire lifecycle management process for products in the Surgery/Biosurgery segment. Streamline operations to simplify processes, accelerate timelines, and reduce costs from New Product Development (NPD) stabilization through to end-of-life strategies.
•Project Management Excellence:
•Guarantee excellence in project management practices across the end-to-end supply chain. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with strategic business objectives.
•Advanced Capabilities Implementation:
•Identify and integrate advanced technological capabilities such as automation, digital solutions, and data analytics to drive operational efficiency, growth, and cost containment.
•Operations and Engineering Management:
•Partner with manufacturing sites to ensure compliance with technical standards and best practices. Monitor and evaluate operational performance to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
•Talent Development and Team Leadership:
•Mentor and develop a high-performing team of technical leaders. Foster an environment that encourages professional growth, collaboration, and excellence in execution across all technical operations.

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•Key partnerships: Collaborate with Quality, R&D, Supply Chain, Commercial, Procurement, and Operations teams to achieve strategic goals.
•Engage with external manufacturing partners to manage collaborations and ensure alignment on quality and operational standards.

Qualifications:

•Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline is required; an advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Engineering, Business Administration (MBA), or a related field is highly preferred.
•A minimum of 12 years of relevant work experience required. Medical device manufacturing, quality, and/or R&D experience required, with 7 years in a senior technical leadership role that includes people management responsibilities.
•People Management Experience: Strong leadership experience with a proven track record of developing and managing high-performing teams.
•Demonstrated expertise in medical device regulations, quality systems (ISO 13485, FDA QSR), and manufacturing processes.
•Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and projects, driving decisions based on data and analytical assessment.
•Travel Requirements: This role may require domestic and international travel, estimated at 30% of the time.
•Comprehensive understanding of the medical device supply chain, operations, manufacturing, and quality assurance within the surgery and biosurgery sectors is preferred.
•Certifications such as APICS, ASQ, Six Sigma, or Lean Manufacturing methodologies preferred. Ability to communicate in multiple languages preferred.

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 and 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, please email the Employee Health Support Center  ( ra-employeehealthsup its.jnj.com ) or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$187,000.00 - $320,850.00

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).

This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.

Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:

Vacation –120 hours per calendar year

Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year

Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year

Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year

Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child

Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year

Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days

Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year

Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year

For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

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