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Job Function:
Supply Chain ManufacturingJob Sub Function:
Manufacturing Process ImprovementJob Category:
ProfessionalAll Job Posting Locations:
Gurabo Puerto Rico United States of AmericaJob Description:
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An internal pre-identified candidate for consideration has been identified. However all applications will be considered.
Job Summary:
The Manufacturing System Owner is responsible for implementing significant improvements in the Operations areas using lean methodologies Process Excellence tools and Key Performance Indicators. This includes leading planning and executing projects coaching teams fostering a continuous improvement.
Collaborates with support groups and transactional areas to reduce costs minimize inventory and create a smooth workflow aligned with customer demand. Also works with Business Excellence to develop and maintain current and future state Value Stream Maps (VSM) to identify areas for improvement.
Responsibilities include prioritizing and tracking the progress of projects and initiatives serve as a change management agent using tools such as scorecards dashboards and visual factory techniques.
Key Responsibilities:
Serves as an established and productive individual contributor who works under moderate supervision.
Provides technical support in planning developing and implementing continuous improvement and transformational projects using good methodologies and Process Excellence tools.
Defines strategies to optimize product costs including reducing waste minimizing changeover time streamlining product flow cost improvement (CIP) and other relevant areas.
Conducts basic research on new technologies for potential application.
Performs assignments with clear objectives investigating a limited number of variables.
Meets with business partners to facilitate the conversion of business needs into actionable project cases aligned with strategic goals.
Facilitates the preparation and submission of necessary documentation such as Project Proposals and Project Briefs to initiate projects.
Coaches junior colleagues in techniques processes and responsibilities.
Identifies and coordinates activities required for project completion including creating project plans and ensuring adherence to critical achievements.
Communicates project scope and plan to the Operations team.
Supports the preparation of technical documentation such as strategic plans protocols and reports related to projects.
Supports the maintenance of site/area metrics dashboards scorecards performance reports etc.
Coordinates Gemba walks tracks identified actions and monitors participation and progress.
Provides support to Managers and Supervisors in day-to-day process activities.
Qualifications
Education:
A minimum of a Bachelors degree in Science Pharmacy Engineering or a related field is preferred Associates degree is accepted with minimum 10 years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical or related industry performing scientific manufacturing activities and/or project management.
Project Management certification Statistical Analysis certification Process Excellence certification and/or FPX Project Training preferred.
Experience and Skills:
Required:
Minimum 6 years of professional experience in the pharmaceutical or related industry performing scientific manufacturing activities and/or project management.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office including Word Power Point Excel Outlook and MS Project
Experience and knowledge of adjustment in the Inventory Control System
Proficient in the management of electronic process execution system (ePes)
Fluency in both English and Spanish verbal and written communication is required
Strong communication skills and technical writing abilities in both languages
Preferred:
Knowledge of Lean Methodology and other Process Excellence tools
Knowledge of Current Good manufacturing Practices Regulatory Compliance and Aseptic Techniques preferred
Good knowledge of Safety and Environmental requirements
Other:
This position may require up to 10% of domestic and/or international travel
Flexibility and ability to work in different shifts and extended hours
Ability to lift or carry objects weighing up to 10 pounds
This position performs tasks within an air-conditioned office environment
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 and 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 email the Employee Health Support Center () or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
Full-Time