Sr. Manager, EHSS Assur./Strat./Standards/OE

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: Environmental Health, Safety (EH&S) and Facilities Services (FS) Job Sub Function: Environmental Health & Safety Job Category: Professional All Job Posting Locations: Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America, Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of America, Warsaw, Indiana, United States of America Job Description: DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) Sr. Manager, EHSS Assur ance / Strat egy / Standards/OE, located in Raynham, MA or Warsaw, IN 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): Raynham, MA (USA) - Requisition Number: R-084497 Loughbeg, Ringaskiddy, IE - Requisition Number: R-085489 St. Anthony's Road, Leeds, UK - Requisition Number: R-085490 Remember, whether you apply to one or all of these requisition numbers, your applications will be considered as a single submission. This role provides strategic and operational leadership across EHSS- Assurance, Strategy , Standards, and Operational Excellence (OE) for DePuy Synthes. The Sr. Manager will play a critical role in strengthening global EHSS systems, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and internal standards. This position has broad impact across the organization, influencing occupational safety, environmental health & sustainability compliance outcomes, and operational performance while partnering closely with cross ‑ functional and global teams. Key Responsibilities Lead and evolve EHSS Assurance, Strategy, Standards, and Operational Excellence initiatives across the organization. Establish, deploy, and sustain global standards, policies, and governance models aligned with regulatory and internal requirements. Drive continuous improvement initiatives using OE, Lean, and Six Sigma principles to improve quality, efficiency, and compliance outcomes. Partner cross ‑ functionally with R&D, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Regulatory, and Commercial teams to embed quality by design and risk ‑ based decision making. Lead preparation for and execution of internal, external, and regulatory audits, ensuring timely remediation and sustained compliance. Monitor and analyze quality performance metrics and trends to proactively identify risks and improvement opportunities. Provide people leadership, coaching, and development for quality and OE team members, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Serve as a key quality leader supporting strategic initiatives, transformations, and business integrations. Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree required (Engineering, Life Sciences, EHSS , or related discipline). Master’s degree preferred (Engineering, Quality, Business, or related field). Experience and Skills Required: Typically 8 -10 years of progressive experience in EHSS , or Operational Excellence roles within a regulated industry (medical device, pharmaceutical, or healthcare preferred). Demonstrated experience leading EHSS strategy, standards, and continuous improvement initiatives at a regional or global level. Strong knowledge of EHSS systems, regulatory requirements, and audit processes (e.g., OSHA, ISO, global health authorities). Proven </s