Sr Operations & Transformation Leader

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.comAs 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 ManufacturingJob Sub Function: Plant ManagementJob Category:People LeaderAll Job Posting Locations:Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of AmericaJob 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 Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics 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.We are currently seeking a dynamic leader that can support the transformation of key manufacturing sites in Raynham and Bridgewater, MA. The Sr Operations and Transformation Leader will be responsible for leading the operational readiness for key projects coming into the site(s) in support of the overall Joints Reconstruction Supply Chain Strategy and on-going continuous improvement transformation.If you're looking for an exciting opportunity in a dynamic and innovative environment, we encourage you to apply for this position. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities for career growth and development.Key Responsibilities:Responsible for supporting and deploying the site transformation strategy.Lead the operational readiness activities required for local and network projects. Will be the operations liaison between the project teams and the site(s) for all activities that impact current or future manufacturing operations.Responsible for key milestones in planning, preparation, and execution of assigned tasks within projects that impact the ability to right to produce and right to sale products through product transfer, new product introduction, or other key network strategic initiatives. Forecast machinery, material, system, and equipment needed to meet requirements of new and existing products.Lead team focused on operational excellence, continuous improvement, proactive solutioning, and integration of methods, systems, processes, products, and technologies into new and established value streams.Will provide leadership support to manufacturing operations associated with Orthopaedics production value streams at the Raynham and Bridgewater sites as required.Responsible for communicating key information related to risks, opportunities, and deliverables on a regular cadence and escalate to senior leadership as necessary to enable successful outcomes.Responsible for crafting a culture of development and inclusion, to retain talent and develop a robust succession plan throughout the organization as part of the Joints Reconstruction MAKE Supply Chain Leadership TeamResponsible for maintaining good communications and consistent policy application to employees on all shifts.Supports planning, scheduling, manufacturing, and packaging of existing and newly developed products in areas of assignment in compliance with all regulatory and GMP requirements in an efficient manner and in accordance with planned budget.Maintain and improve quality standards and production processes through continuous improvement and operational excellence principlesLead, mentor, and coach employees demonstrating agility and resilience with a focus on empowerment and learning and development using a growth mindset.Set the standards for performance assessment and feedback, effective communication, promoting positive morale and supporting employee involvement programs.Know and follow all laws and policies that apply to one's job, and maintain the highest levels of integrity, ethics and compliance at all times.Ensure EHSS and QA objectives and targets are established for their employees as applicable to their role, training is assigned and completed timely, and procedures are implemented, followed, and supervised to ensure compliance.QualificationsEducation:A minimum of a bachelor’s degree and/or University degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field.Experience and Skills:Required:A minimum of 10 years progressive experience including experience leading teams.Project Management experience and/or New product introduction experience. Strong project management, problem‑solving, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to build interdependent partnering relationships that facilitate the accomplishment of Operations goals/objectives.Proven understanding of Microsoft Office including Excel, PowerPoint and Word required.This position is based in Raynham, MA with support of Bridgewater, MA and may require up to 10% travel domestic and international.The candidate must be on-site 5 days per week. Flexibility will be provided in accordance with established policiesPreferred:Senior Production Management experience preferred.Experience in medical devices, healthcare, or other highly regulated industries. Experience with MES or ERP Systems and understanding of routers and process flows.Knowledge of capacity planning, financial competence and a basic understanding of lean manufacturing technologies preferred.Formal lean training and/or certification preferred.Formal 6-sigma/operational excellence training and/or certification preferred.Experience working in a FDA regulated environment preferredOther:May require up to 10% domestic and/or international travel to other locations and sitesExcellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and balance multiple priorities.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 & 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, external applicants please contact us via , internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource. Required Skills:Preferred Skills:Agile Manufacturing, Benchmarking, Developing Others, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Manufacturing Compliance, Manufacturing Safety, Organizational Project Management, Organizing, Plant Operations, Process Improvements, Strategic Supply Chain Management, Tactical Planning, Team ManagementThe anticipated base pay range for this position is :$122,000.00 - $212,750.00Additional 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 yearSick 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 yearHoliday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar yearWork, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar yearParental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a childBereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar yearCaregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 daysVolunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar yearMilitary Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar yearFor additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of AmericaType: Full time