Director, Global Tech Ops

Director, Global Tech Ops - WCH Americas

Johnson & Johnson MedTech is recruiting for a Director of Engineering, Global Technical Operations (GTO) primarily based in Raritan, NJ with consideration for J&J MedTech Sites in the US and LATAM.

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 postings, focus on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s).

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and experienced leader to serve as the Director of Engineering, Global Technical Operations (GTO) for the Ethicon Wound Closure Healing (WCH) platform. In this role, you will lead the GTO function across a network of five manufacturing locations in the Americas, focusing on the development of polymer and metals component manufacturing, packaging, and sterilization technologies. You will be a key member of the Americas Platform E2E Leadership Team and the Wound Closure Global Technical Operations leadership team, contributing to the strategic direction and technical excellence of the Med Tech Surgery manufacturing network.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the engineering strategy that enhances operational efficiency and fosters technological innovation across all sites.
• Provide leadership and guidance to engineering teams across the network, fostering professional development, collaboration, and a high-performance culture.
• Formulate and drive a comprehensive manufacturing strategic roadmap aligned with organizational goals, and optimize processes while promoting continuous improvement.
• Provide strategic direction and oversight of engineering teams responsible for design, development, and testing of manufacturing technologies, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and best-in-class standards.
• Lead collaboration across R&D, regulatory, quality, and manufacturing to ensure seamless integration and successful project execution.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes impacting the medical device sector.
• Provide strategic updates to executive management and stakeholders, communicating progress, challenges, and key initiatives.
• Make significant hiring and budgetary recommendations, conduct performance reviews, and plan the work of others.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field with extensive industry experience, including functional leadership in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of 8 years in a regulated industry (medical device, biopharmaceutical, or pharmaceutical) with experience in a technical leadership role that includes people management.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory standards (FDA, ISO) related to medical devices is preferred.
• Extensive experience in program management with proficiency in advanced project management tools and methodologies.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to influence diverse teams.
• Proven ability to collaborate in a dynamic, fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities with a proactive approach to innovation and continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering, MBA, or related field is highly desirable.
• Understanding of the medical device supply chain, operations, manufacturing, and quality assurance within the surgery sector.
• Certifications such as APICS, ASQ, Six Sigma, or Lean Manufacturing.

Travel

• This role may require domestic and international travel, estimated at 20% of the time.

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated base pay range for this position is 160,000 – 276,000 USD per year. The position is eligible for Company-sponsored benefits, retirement plans, and other programs as described in the company materials.

Equal Opportunity

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 law. We provide accommodations in the interview process upon request.

For more information, visit https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers.

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