Staff Process Engineering

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Job Function:

Supply Chain Engineering

Job Sub Function:

Process Engineering

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Anasco, Puerto Rico, United States of America

Job Description:

Johnson & Johnson is recruiting the best talent for a Staff Process Engineer role to be based on Anasco, PR.

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SECTION 1: JOB POSITION SUMMARY

Staff Process Engineer will lead projects, process improvement, and characterization activities that support the manufacturing process of the Intraocular Lenses and Cartridges operation in Anasco and by extension to other facilities manufacturing the same processes. The Engineer will possess a high degree of technical competence and project management skills to successfully lead their assigned projects and extended cross-functional team members in pursuit of the operations area objectives related to quality, delivery, cost, and design (e.g. changes, NPI introductions, etc.). Role is responsible for problem identification, reporting, root cause analysis, project management, financial analysis, efficiency or productivity improvement, reporting, and problem resolution. Role interfaces directly with other departments, sites, and corporate functional groups to drive and/or support critical business goals/objectives within GMP/ISO compliance. Lead engineers in the identification and execution of continuous improvement activities to ensure business key performance indicators are met.

SECTION 2: DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for providing technical leadership within a production value stream and have ownership for the following:

1. Identify key opportunities to develop and implement equipment and/or process enhancements that will improve efficiency, product yield, and safety.

2. Identify, plan, and implement projects related to product and process improvement, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.

3. Design and implement experimental protocols applying statistical tools to enhance manufacturing processes and product performance.

4. Analyze current processes to identify key opportunities for equipment and process enhancements that improve efficiency, yield, and safety.

5. Develop detailed documentation for process validation, project management, business case proposals, and root cause problem solving while ensuring compliance with industry regulations and internal standards.

6. Monitor and analyze production data to identify trends and provide actionable insights for continuous improvement.

7. Lead Six Sigma initiatives to drive process optimization and problem resolution within production environments.

8. Support NPI launch by completing process characterization work, process challenge testing, process capability and stability runs, to qualify new product & processes and achieve annual business plan.

9. Engage with personnel in the identification and resolution of corrective/preventative actions that address any process quality related manufacturing issues.

10. Lead engineers managing process improvement initiatives

SECTION 3: EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or Material Science with 6+ years of relevant experience or master’s degree in engineering with 6+ years of experience.

• Project management experience in an engineering environment. Preferred experience:

• 2+ years’ experience in an engineering function in FDA environment preferred

• Six Sigma certification or extensive experience applying Six Sigma methodologies for analytical problem solving

SECTION 4: REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES AND AFFILIATIONS

• Strong analytical problem-solving skills with experience in data analysis and visualization.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.

• Strong organizational skills

• Prior experience using Minitab, JMP, or other analytical tools for statistical analysis and effective data visualization.

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within multi-functional teams and influence partners at all levels.

• Six Sigma certification or extensive experience applying Six Sigma methodologies for analytical problem solving, is preferred.

• Proficiency in Spanish and English is required

SECTION 5: LOCATION & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Role is in Anasco, PR. This position requires at least fifteen percent (15%) of domestic and international travel.

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 Decision Making, Coaching, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Critical Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Issue Escalation, Lean Supply Chain Management, Problem Solving, Process Control, Process Engineering, Product Costing, Product Improvements, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application, Situational Awareness, Technical Research, Technologically Savvy, Validation Testing, Vendor Selection