Senior Manufacturing Engineer- Orthopedics

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: Supply Chain Engineering Job Sub Function: Manufacturing Engineering Job Category: Scientific/Technology All Job Posting Locations: Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, United States of America Job Description: Job Description We are searching for the best Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Orthopaedics in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida! About MedTech Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, Johnson & Johnson MedTech is developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, and more personalized treatments. 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 Summary Johnson & Johnson MedTech is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to support digital and manufacturing operations in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. This role supports robotics, process development, tool design, manufacturing flow, continuous improvement, and engineering support of production. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer provides direction and technical support for equipment design and development, testing of materials, preparation of specifications and operator instructions, process studies, investigations, root cause analysis, problem solving, report and presentation preparation, project management, statistical analysis, presentation of data, and technical writing. This role also supports the implementation of new technologies, process development, evaluation of process quality, cost, capacity, and capability alternatives, while ensuring manufacturing areas meet quality standards, compliant documentation requirements, capacity, product availability, and cost objectives. Key Responsibilities Serve as a fully competent engineer in conventional aspects of the assigned subject matter, functional area, and responsibilities. Participate in multi-site projects and lead complex engineering projects, either technically or with an extensive cross-functional team. Develop and execute project plans and schedules, meet project goals and objectives, track costs, prepare status reports, conduct meetings, and document and communicate progress to management. Lead and participate in investigations, develop plans, and execute tasks to solve process problems, including nonconformances, complaint investigations, audit observations, and corrective and preventive actions. Perform analysis and communicate associated trends. Provide day-to-day support and direction to Production, including turning, milling, drilling, EDM, finishing, packaging, and other manufacturing activities as required. Develop process validation strategy and lead validation execution, including engineering studies, process validation protocols, and summary reports. Write and execute Installation Qualification, Operational Qualification, Performance Qualification, Computer Software Validation, and Test Method Validation documentation. Identify, lead, and implement process improvements for existing manufacturing processes using appropriate engineering principles and standard strategies, including Lean and Six Sigma principles. Perform gage design, measurement system analysis, and gage implementation as required. Use measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, comparators, tensile testers, coordinate measurement systems, and other tools to support engineering testing. Lead the design and development of fixtures and tools and collaborate effectively with tool designers to express and implement ideas. Lead new equipment acquisition efforts, including user requirement specifications, machine selection, installation, validation, employee training, and related equipment responsibilities. Develop and implement manufacturing and inspection procedures. Participate in and lead cross-functional teams, which may include Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Quality Assurance, Finance, Product Development, and personnel from other sites. Act as a liaison to vendors regarding contracted products, tools, fixtures, and manufacturing support. Identify and implement improvements to engineering business processes, including configuration management, ERP management, maintenance tracking, and related systems. Perform other related duties as required. Required Qualifications Education Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related degree is required. Required Experience & Skills 2-4 years of experience in manufacturing and/or engineering is required. Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing principles, practices, and procedures. Experience supporting process development, manufacturing flow, tooling, fixtures, equipment, and production engineering activities. Ability to lead investigations, perform root cause analysis, and solve complex process problems. Ability to deliver clear oral and written communications around process improvement projects. Strong organizational, project management, troubleshooting, analytical, interpersonal, and computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Minitab, and Visio.