OPEX Co-Op

7239-AMO Puerto Rico Manufacturing Inc. Legal Entity; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking an OpEx Co‑Op in Anasco, PR, for 2027. The year‑long program runs 40 hours per week and focuses on applying Lean Manufacturing, data analytics, and structured problem solving to improve SQDCC.

You will work with manufacturing, quality, engineering, and supply chain leaders to identify opportunities and drive results.

Qualifications

• Completion of at least the fourth year of an accredited undergraduate program.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related fields.
• Expected graduation date after July 2028.
• Have a minimum GPA of 3.3 or higher.
• Strong Excel skills including Pivot Tables, Power Query, dashboards, and advanced formulas.
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing methodologies (5S, Standard Work, Visual Management, VSM, Waste Elimination).
• Basic understanding of statistics, process capability, project management, and manufacturing operations.
• Fully bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives, including Kaizen events, Gemba walks, and value stream mapping.
• Analyze manufacturing performance metrics such as throughput, cycle time, OEE, yield, scrap, defects, downtime, inventory, and WIP.
• Assist with line balancing, capacity planning, labor optimization, and production flow improvements.
• Conduct root cause analysis using 5 Whys, Fishbone, Pareto, A3 thinking, and DMAIC.
• Develop dashboards and reports using Excel, Power BI, Minitab, Visio, and other analytics tools.
• Support digital transformation and Industry 4.0 initiatives through data analytics.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Data analytics

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

SQL

Python

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

Power BI

Minitab

Visio

Tableau

SQL

Python

Job description

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 https://www.jnj.com/.

Job Function: Career Programs – Job Sub Function: Non‑LDP Intern/Co‑Op – Job Category: Career Program – All Job Posting Locations: Anasco, Puerto Rico, United States of America.

About MedTech: Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech. We are searching for the best talent for OPEX Co‑Op to be in Añasco, PR. The Co‑op term is from January to December, 2027. Full time requirement (40 hours per week). 2 vacancies are currently available.

Purpose: The Operational Excellence (OpEx) Co‑Op is a one‑year development program within a world‑class medical device manufacturing environment. This role supports business performance improvement by applying Lean Manufacturing, data analytics, and structured problem‑solving techniques to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Compliance, and Culture (SQDCC). The Co‑Op will work closely with manufacturing and business leaders to identify improvement opportunities, eliminate waste, optimize processes, and drive sustainable results across the Vision value stream.

You will be responsible:

• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives, including Kaizen events, Gemba walks, Value Stream Mapping, and waste reduction activities.
• Analyze manufacturing performance metrics such as throughput, cycle time, OEE, yield, scrap, defects, downtime, inventory, and WIP.
• Assist with line balancing, capacity planning, labor optimization, and production flow improvements.
• Conduct root cause analysis using methodologies such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, Pareto Analysis, A3 Thinking, and DMAIC.
• Develop dashboards, reports, and data visualizations using Excel, Power BI, Minitab, Visio, and other analytics tools.
• Support digital transformation and Industry 4.0 initiatives through data analytics and process monitoring.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Technical Operations teams.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, GMP, and Johnson & Johnson quality requirements.
• Present project findings, recommendations, and business impact to site leadership.
• Support deployment and sustainment of Operational Excellence standards and the Vision Supply Chain Operating System (VSCOS).

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Completion of at least the fourth year of an accredited undergraduate program.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related fields.
• Expected graduation date after July 2028.
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, Power Query, dashboards, and advanced formulas.
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing methodologies, including 5S, Standard Work, Visual Management, Value Stream Mapping, Waste Elimination, and Daily Management Systems.
• Basic understanding of statistics, process capability, project management, and manufacturing operations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Fully bilingual in English and Spanish, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exposure to medical device, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of FDA, GMP, or ISO 13485 requirements.
• Understanding of OEE, SPC, Cp/Cpk, and process validation concepts.
• Experience with SQL, Python, Power Query, Power Automate, or digital manufacturing technologies.
• Lean Six Sigma certification or related continuous improvement training.
• Permanently authorized to work in the U.S., must not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H‑1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future.
• Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually requires future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long‑term status that does not require company sponsorship.
• Ineligibility for severance.

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 Section503 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, please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.