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Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopedics business to establish a standalone orthopedics 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.
Job Overview
The Sr. Manager, Process Engineering provides strategic and technical leadership for manufacturing and process engineering activities supporting DePuy Synthes operations. This role is responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining robust manufacturing processes that ensure quality, efficiency, and scalability. The position plays a critical role in driving continuous improvement, enabling new product introductions, and supporting business growth within a regulated medical device environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop a team of process engineers responsible for manufacturing process design, optimization, and sustainment.
Establish and execute process engineering strategies aligned with business, quality, and operational objectives.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, cost, delivery, and productivity.
Partner cross‑functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, R&D, and Operations to support production performance and new product introductions.
Provide technical oversight for process validations, equipment qualifications, and change management activities.
Ensure manufacturing processes comply with applicable regulatory, quality system, and company requirements.
Analyze process performance data to identify risks, trends, and improvement opportunities.
Support capital projects, automation initiatives, and technology upgrades to improve operational capability.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree required in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Chemical, or related discipline)
Master’s degree preferred
Experience and Skills
Required
Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in process engineering or manufacturing engineering
Prior people leadership experience managing and developing engineering teams
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, process validation, and continuous improvement methodologies
Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment
Proven ability to lead cross‑functional initiatives and influence stakeholders
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
Effective communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non‑technical audiences
Preferred
Experience in medical devices, healthcare, or life sciences manufacturing
Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other structured improvement methodologies
Experience supporting new product introductions and scale‑up activities
Knowledge of automation, equipment integration, and advanced manufacturing technologies
Experience leading capital projects or large‑scale process improvements
Other
Language: English required
Travel: Up to 15% domestic travel
Certifications: Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent preferred
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Required Skills
Preferred Skills
Agile Decision Making, Coaching, Consulting, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Crisis Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Disruptive Innovations, Emerging Technologies, Industrial Hygiene, Lean Supply Chain Management, Process Control, Process Engineering, Product Costing, Program Management, Project Schedule, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application, Tactical Planning, Technical Credibility, Technical Research
