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

J&J Family of Companies; Ringaskiddy; Sur place; EUR 85 000 - 146 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Annual bonus

Vacation days

Parental leave

Bereavement leave

Well-being reimbursement

Career development programs

Résumé du poste

Johnson & Johnson in Ringaskiddy, Ireland seeks a Sr. Manager EHSS Assurance/Strategy/Standards/OE to lead global EHSS programs and drive governance, compliance, and continuous improvement.

The role collaborates with R&D, Manufacturing, Regulatory and Commercial teams to elevate safety, environment and quality outcomes. The position requires 8–10 years of regulated industry experience, Six Sigma/Lean expertise, strong leadership, and the ability to influence across multiple countries and

Qualifications

• Typically 8–10 years of EHSS or OE experience in regulated industries.
• Experience leading EHSS strategy, standards, and continuous improvement.
• Strong knowledge of EHSS systems, regulatory requirements, and audits.
• Proven people leadership including coaching and team development.

Responsabilités

• Lead EHSS Assurance, Strategy, Standards, and OE initiatives.
• Establish, deploy, and sustain global standards, policies, and governance models.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using OE, Lean, and Six Sigma.
• 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.
• Serve as a key quality leader supporting strategic initiatives, transformations, and business integrations.

Connaissances

EHSS leadership

Risk management

Audits and compliance

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Communication

Change management

Regulatory knowledge

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences or related field

Master's degree preferred

Outils

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Regulatory compliance tools

Description du poste

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:**

Ringaskiddy, Cork, Ireland

**Job Description:**

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) Sr. Manager, EHSS Assurance/Strategy/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-

Loughbeg, Ringaskiddy, IE - Requisition Number: R-

St. Anthony's Road, Leeds, UK - Requisition Number: R-

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 people leadership experience, including coaching, performance management, and team development.

Preferred:

• Experience supporting global or enterprise‑wide EHSS transformations.
• Hands‑on experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or Operational Excellence deployment.
• Prior experience in orthopedic, medical device, or highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience partnering with senior leadership on EHSS governance and strategy.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and risk‑based decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑influencing skills across levels and functions.

Other:

• Language requirements: English required.
• Travel: Limited; up to 20%, domestic and international.
• Certifications (preferred): Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, or equivalent EHSS certifications.

Required Skills:

Corporate Experience, EHS Compliance, Emergency Planning, Environmental Health And Safety, Environmental Protection, Facility Management, Fact‑Based Decision Making, Learning Content Design, Mentorship, Organizing, Performance Measurement, Process Improvements, Quality Assurance (QA), Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Safety‑Oriented, Technical Credibility

Preferred Skills:

Corporate Experience, EHS Compliance, Emergency Planning, Environmental Health And Safety, Environmental Protection, Facility Management, Fact‑Based Decision Making, Learning Content Design, Mentorship, Organizing, Performance Measurement, Process Improvements, Quality Assurance (QA), Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Safety‑Oriented, Technical Credibility

The anticipated base pay range for this position is:

85,000.00 - 146,050.00

Benefits:

In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees' and companies' performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location's eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers. ( is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics 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.

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