Operational Excellence EngineermyGwork - LGBTQ+ Business Community • Jacksonville, FL, US

Operational Excellence Engineer

myGwork - LGBTQ+ Business Community • Jacksonville, FL, US

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Operational Excellence Engineer – Jacksonville, Florida

Johnson & Johnson is an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the LGBTQ+ business community. This job posting is with Johnson & Johnson and may be viewed on myGwork.

Job Description

Purpose : The Process Excellence Engineer role will support and drive continuous improvement initiatives at the Jacksonville manufacturing site by applying Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. This role aims to enhance process efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards, ultimately contributing to the company\'s commitment to operational excellence and delivering high-quality products to patients worldwide. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a groundbreaking process that will transform the operational landscape at Johnson & Johnson.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

Supporting the identification of process improvement opportunities within manufacturing lines to enhance efficiency and reduce waste
Analyzing relevant data and metrics to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives
Designing and refining manufacturing line flows to optimize productivity and minimize inefficiencies
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to lead or support improvement projects, applying Lean and Six Sigma principles
Executing process improvement projects, ensuring timely implementation and tracking progress against objectives
Fostering a culture of continuous improvement by mentoring team members and promoting Lean methodologies
Assisting in developing and maintaining standard operating procedures and work instructions aligned with process improvements
Supporting the application of Lean and Six Sigma tools, such as Value Stream Mapping, 8 wastes identification, and Gemba walks, to drive operational efficiencies
Helping to monitor key performance indicators and metrics to assess process performance and identify areas for improvement
Staying informed about industry best practices and contribute to ongoing training and development initiatives related to Lean and process excellence
Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements (GMP, ISO, FDA, internal policies) relevant to manufacturing processes
Supporting safety initiatives and promoting safe working practices within the team
Performing other related duties as assigned by management

Qualifications / Requirements

A bachelor\'s degree is required.

4+ years of experience in manufacturing / engineering experience highly desired.

Six Sigma and / or Lean Training is required. Green Belt, Black Belt, and / or Lean Certification from an industry recognized program is preferred.

Experience working with International Standards Organization (ISO), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) supervised environment.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Proficient with using Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) is required.

Candidate must be able to document successful prior deployment of lean principles, project management, training delivery, and metric tracking.

Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams is required.

Excellent presentation and facilitation skills are required.

Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings / weekends as needed to meet 24 / 7 operations needs for mentoring, coaching & developing all shifts / teams.

Strong business and financial acumen.

Strong interpersonal skills with ability to transparently communicate and relate to people at all levels of the organization.

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 inclusive interview process. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please email the Employee Health Support Center or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

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Operational Excellence Engineer • Jacksonville, FL, US