Operational Excellence Engineer

Operational Excellence Engineer – Jacksonville, Florida

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Job Description

Purpose : The Process Excellence Engineer role will support and drive continuous improvement initiatives at the Jacksonville manufacturing site by applying Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. This role aims to enhance process efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards, ultimately contributing to the company\'s commitment to operational excellence and delivering high-quality products to patients worldwide. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a groundbreaking process that will transform the operational landscape at Johnson & Johnson.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Supporting the identification of process improvement opportunities within manufacturing lines to enhance efficiency and reduce waste
• Analyzing relevant data and metrics to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives
• Designing and refining manufacturing line flows to optimize productivity and minimize inefficiencies
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to lead or support improvement projects, applying Lean and Six Sigma principles
• Executing process improvement projects, ensuring timely implementation and tracking progress against objectives
• Fostering a culture of continuous improvement by mentoring team members and promoting Lean methodologies
• Assisting in developing and maintaining standard operating procedures and work instructions aligned with process improvements
• Supporting the application of Lean and Six Sigma tools, such as Value Stream Mapping, 8 wastes identification, and Gemba walks, to drive operational efficiencies
• Helping to monitor key performance indicators and metrics to assess process performance and identify areas for improvement
• Staying informed about industry best practices and contribute to ongoing training and development initiatives related to Lean and process excellence
• Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements (GMP, ISO, FDA, internal policies) relevant to manufacturing processes
• Supporting safety initiatives and promoting safe working practices within the team
• Performing other related duties as assigned by management

Qualifications / Requirements

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 inclusive interview process. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please email the Employee Health Support Center or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

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