Overviewjohnson & johnson is currently recruiting for a director of engineering, global technical operations (gto) primarily based in raritan, nj with consideration for j&j medtech sites in the us and latam. 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).position overview: we are seeking a skilled and experienced leader to serve as the director of engineering, global technical operations (gto) for our ethicon wound closure healing (wch) platform. In this role, you will lead the gto function across a network of five manufacturing locations in the americas, focusing on the development of polymer and metals component manufacturing, packaging, and sterilization technologies. You will be a key member of the americas platform e2e leadership team and the wound closure global technical operations leadership team, contributing to the strategic direction and technical excellence of the med tech surgery manufacturing network.responsibilitiesyou will be accountable for developing and executing the engineering strategy that enhances operational efficiency and fosters technological innovation across all sites.provide leadership and guidance to engineering teams across the network, fostering professional development, collaboration, and a high-performance culture.formulate and drive a comprehensive manufacturing strategic roadmap aligned with organizational goals, while leading efforts to optimize processes and cultivate a culture of continuous improvement.provide strategic direction and comprehensive oversight of engineering teams responsible for the design, development, and testing of manufacturing technologies, ensuring alignment with best-in-class industry standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational goals.lead and foster collaboration across cross-functional teams—including r&d, regulatory, quality, and manufacturing—to ensure seamless integration, successful project execution, and achievement of strategic objectives.stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes impacting the medical device sector.provide strategic updates and insights to executive management and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of progress, challenges, and key initiatives.responsible for making significant hiring and budgetary recommendations and decisions, conducting performance reviews, and planning the work of others.qualificationsbachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field accompanied by extensive industry experience, including functional leadership in a manufacturing environment.a minimum of 8 years of experience in a regulated industry (medical device, biopharmaceutical, or pharmaceutical), with experience in a technical leadership role that includes people management responsibilities.strong knowledge of regulatory standards (fda, iso) related to medical devices is preferred.extensive experience in program management, demonstrating proficiency in advanced project management tools, methodologies, and strategic execution.exceptional leadership, strategic communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and inspire diverse teams.proven ability to collaborate effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced, team-oriented environment.strong problem-solving capabilities, coupled with a proactive approach to driving innovation and continuous improvement.preferred qualificationsmaster’s degree in engineering, business administration (mba), or a related field is highly desirable.comprehensive understanding of the medical device supply chain, operations, manufacturing, and quality assurance within the surgery sector.certifications such as apics, asq, six sigma, or lean manufacturing methodologies.travel requirementsthis role may require domestic and international travel, estimated at 20% of the time.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. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers or contact askgs to be directed to your accommodation resource.the anticipated base pay range for this position is: 160,000-276,000. This position is eligible to participate in company sponsored employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, retirement plans, and time off benefits as described in the company benefits information.co-ops and intern positions: co-ops/interns are eligible to participate in company sponsored employee medical benefits and time-off benefits as described in the company policies.employment type: full-time | job function: business development and sales | industries: hospitals and health care
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