Overview
director, global tech ops - wch americas (latam) role at johnson & johnson medtech. This position is primarily based in raritan, nj with consideration for j&j medtech sites in the us and latam. The role may be posted across multiple countries to comply with local requirements. Applications to one or more postings will be considered as a single submission.
position details
johnson & johnson is recruiting for a director of engineering, global technical operations (gto) for the ethicon wound closure healing (wch) platform, leading the gto function across five manufacturing locations in the americas. Focus areas include 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 gto leadership team, contributing to strategic direction and technical excellence of the med tech surgery manufacturing network.
key responsibilities
* develop and execute the engineering strategy that enhances operational efficiency and fosters technological innovation across all sites.
* provide leadership and guidance to engineering teams across the network, promoting professional development, collaboration, and a high-performance culture.
* formulate and drive a comprehensive manufacturing strategic roadmap aligned with organizational goals, and lead efforts to optimize processes and cultivate a culture of continuous improvement.
* provide strategic direction and oversight of engineering teams responsible for design, development, and testing of manufacturing technologies, ensuring alignment with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational goals.
* lead collaboration across cross-functional teams—including r&d, regulatory, quality, and manufacturing—to ensure seamless integration, 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, communicating progress, challenges, and key initiatives.
* make significant hiring and budgetary recommendations and decisions, conduct performance reviews, and plan the work of others.
qualifications
* bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field with extensive industry experience, including functional leadership in a manufacturing environment.
* 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 preferred.
* extensive experience in program management, with 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 with a proactive approach to driving innovation and continuous improvement.
preferred qualifications
* master’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 requirements
* this role may require domestic and international travel, estimated at 20% of the time.
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