Operational Excellence Specialist

Johnson & Johnson Co.; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking an Operational Excellence Specialist at the Wilson, North Carolina site to drive continuous improvement across manufacturing processes, deploying JJPS and RCPS concepts and promoting the 'Right the First Time' mindset.

You will lead value stream mapping, CIP pipelines, and site performance reviews, coach Lean/Six Sigma practitioners, and collaborate across functions to deliver cost savings and reliability improvements for key medicines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science required.
• Minimum of 3 years in Operations/GET/MSAT/Planning/Project Management.
• 1–2 years in continuous improvement/lean functions.
• Experience leading projects; ability to translate strategic issues into value creation.
• Knowledge of JJPS/Production system and RCPS.
• Proven track record in identifying and driving execution of CIP/PI initiatives.
• Experience in workshop facilitation; ability to collaborate in a matrix environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; results oriented.

Responsibilities

• Execute JJPS initiatives and deploy Culture of Excellence at the site.
• Complete Value Stream Maps and deliver reliability improvements.
• Lead CIP pipeline through workshops, diagnostics, and cost‑saving initiatives.
• Perform data analysis to identify improvement opportunities and monitor performance.
• Support global programs such as Smart Change Over and OEE.
• Coach and certify Lean/Six Sigma practitioners and drive CI projects.

Skills

Process Excellence

Six Sigma

Lean

Design Excellence

Project Management

Data Analysis

Communication

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Science

Tools

Value Stream Mapping

Process Mapping

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions 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 Manufacturing Job Sub Function: Manufacturing Process Improvement Job Category: Professional All Job Posting Locations: Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America

Job Description

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow. Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine.

J&J is expanding our manufacturing capacity with $2 billion investment to support strong portfolio growth and continue delivering breakthrough innovation and transformational medicines for patients. The new facility will expand production of innovative biologic medicines in areas including oncology, immunology, and neuroscience.

J&J’s significant supply chain investment ensures a resilient and reliable future supply of medicines to meet accelerating demand for our current portfolio of medicines and our future innovations.

The Operational Excellence Specialist Role

The Operational Excellence Specialist is responsible for finding opportunities and implementing project plans across the site. Also supports the deployment of the Continuous Improvement programs and implements projects and initiatives. This role drives continued operational excellence in the organization and is responsible for the execution and implementation of standard processes to ensure performance targets are met as it relates to Continuous Improvement. The Operational Excellence Specialist will employ process excellence methodologies to bring value to the customer and drive ‘Right the First Time’ mentality. Responsible for providing knowledge in the tactical approach, deployment & execution of Process Excellence (Six Sigma, Lean & Design Excellence) in partnership with production leadership & the PE team. The person evaluates potential business impact for improvement projects and advises on their implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• JJPS/Operational Excellence: Responsible for the execution of JJPS business initiatives and the deployment of the Culture of Excellence at the site.
• Value Stream Mapping – Responsible to complete Value Stream Maps, find opportunities, creates and implemetation plans to deliver reliability improvements for all strategic brands.
• CIP Pipeline Process: This person drives ideation workshops, VSMs, diagnostics, benchmarks, etc. to identify and lead cost savings initiative and to develop the site CIP pipeline.
• Site Performance Management Process: Perform data analysis to identify areas of improvement and to ensure the right focus. Use Process Excellence methodologies and tools to monitor and improve the site processes based on identified performance measures.
• Key Site/Global Programs: Performs key OPEX Strategic Initiatives and programs such as Smart Change Over & OEE Program, Golden Batch, Waste to Excellence/Yield, ZBB, Ideation Workshops for GP Improvement, etc.
• Capability Building: Train and certify YB at the site. Provides coaching & mentoring to candidates for Lean/Six Sigma certifications.
• Continuous improvement projects: Lead individual initiatives to deliver CIPs and process improvements. Collaborate with business partners to implement targeted improvements in production areas to improve operational efficiencies. Perform data analysis to identify areas of improvement and to ensure the right focus.

Qualifications

Education: A minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Science field; required Experience and Skills: Required: A minimum of 3 Years of Operations/GET/MSAT/Planning/Project Management experience is required A minimum 1-2 years in a continuous improvement/lean function Experience leading projects Must have the business & financial competence to understand strategic issues impacting the company and to translate them to value creation and business cases. Knowledge of JJPS/Production system and RCPS. Proven track record in identifying, developing and driving execution of key projects Experience in workshop facilitations Ability to collaborate with individuals in a matrix environment, handling complexity, collaborating across boundaries and influencing without authority required. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple, concurrent priorities many needing immediate resolution. Strong communication (verbal & written) and interpersonal skills, self-awareness and adaptability Results oriented with strong background of success in delivering on objectives.

Preferred: Consistent record in working with internal and external organizations in bringing to bear and sharing standard process is preferred.

Project Management Certification (FPX/PMP) Knowledge of end-to-end supply chain Other: Certification in Lean/CI, such as Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt required; Black Belt strongly preferred. Ability to travel up to 5% of the time; domestic and international

Additional Information

For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com.

If you are under 18 years of age, you (the candidate) may need to obtain the necessary working papers or other documentation required by state law to start the assignment, as well as get a parent’s consent for the background check.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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 interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Required Skills: Preferred Skills: Agile Manufacturing, Business Behavior, Business Savvy, Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Control (CMC), Coaching, Continuous Improvement, Data Gathering and Analysis, Detail-Oriented, Document Management, Goal Attainment, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Plant Operations, Problem Solving, Process Control, Quality Management Systems (QMS), Quality Standards, Quality Systems Documentation, Technical Writing, Time Management

Company Overview

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions 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 https://www.jnj.com/. Our Credo calls on us to respect the dignity of every individual and create an environment for all people to thrive. Throughout the recruitment process - from application through hiring - we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations/adjustments for qualified candidates with disabilities. If you need support at any stage of the recruitment process, please complete our candidate accommodation request form so we can assist you.