Staff Industrial Engineer, Continuous Improvement

Biopharma Careers; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson MedTech is seeking a Staff Industrial Engineer, Continuous Improvement to implement manufacturing improvements focused on waste and productivity.

The role requires leading cross-functional teams, applying lean and Six Sigma principles, and delivering tangible business results across the manufacturing site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master in Engineering.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience applying Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute process performance improvements for manufacturing areas.
• Update/ create capacity models to drive value.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve OEE and quality.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Lean/Six Sigma

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor or Master in Engineering

Tools

JMP/Stat software

AutoCAD

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 jnj.com .

Job Function:

Supply Chain Manufacturing

Job Sub Function:

Manufacturing Process Improvement

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Irving, Texas, United States of America

Job Description:

Johnson & Johnson MedTech is recruiting for a Staff Industrial Engineer, Continuous Improvement , to join the team. This location for this position is Irvine, TX.

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Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

The Staff Industrial Engineer, Continuous Improvement is responsible for implementing business improvement initiatives for manufacturing lines with focus on waste and productivity. He/She will Lead the JJOS program, defining opportunities, analyzing data with cross functional partners and implementing improvements. Improvements initiatives are led by influencing cross-functional teams that deliver tangible business results through the application of lean and/or Six sigma principles, methodologies, and tools. The Business Excellence Industrial Engineer will execute projects at the manufacturing site to drive the Business Units financial performance. The Business Excellence Industrial Engineer is reporting into the Business Excellence Manager.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for planning and execution of process performance improvements related to waste/MUV or productivity of a manufacturing area.
• Update and create capacity models to add value to the business
• Drives key initiatives as project leader.
• Leverages process knowledge to identify opportunities / solutions to improve e.g. OEE, Quality
• Sustains business improvement results through the application of Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Performs benchmarking internal/external and other uses systematic tools for idea generation.
• Leads x-functional teams and develops, maintains and uses J&J network to identify potential solutions.
• Leadership, influence and accountability skills demonstrated required for a JJOS lead role
• Facilitates business case definitions and results presentations; as required.
• Develops monitoring and reporting systems that allow the Business Unit to make efficiency-based decisions.
• Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level.
• For those who supervise or manage a staff, responsible for ensuring that subordinates follow all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices and that all resources needed to do so are available and in good condition, if applicable
• Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Performs other duties assigned as needed.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Bachelor or Master in Engineering
• Minimum of 4 years of relative experience
• Six Sigma Green/Black Belt Certification (Lean certification preferred).
• Strong ability to successfully apply and display mastery in Process Excellence methodology.
• Demonstrates awareness of stakeholders, including Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering and Process Quality Leader and Quality Operations.
• Demonstrates collaboration skills.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Shows strong problem solving skills.
• Good understanding of financial aspects of the Business Unit (CapEx, standard cost)
• Excellent project management and leadership ability.
• Demonstrates familiarity with relevant standards such as (but not limited to) QSRs and ISO 13485

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES and AFFILIATIONS

• Strong knowledge of computer packages such as Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. AutoCAD and other similar software.
• Must possess demonstrated analytical capacity.
• Knowledge in Finances
• Bilingual English – Spanish
• Good interperwcapacity to direct other persons.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
• Must think strategically and act tactically.
• Must be perseverant: good follow up and project direction.
• Knowledge of Product Cost (Std Cost).
• Knowledge of Business from Start to Finish (Supply Chain)
• Must understand and translate the needs of the client.
• Knowledge of Quality and Production techniques 9CFM, JIT, TQM, et

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

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