Director, Global Tech Ops - WCH Americas (LATAM

Johnson & Johnson is currently 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.

Please note that 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 of the postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s):

[United States & Puerto Rico] - Requisition Number: R-030387

Remember, whether you apply to one or all of these requisition numbers, your applications will be considered as a single submission.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced leader to serve as the Director of Engineering, Global Technical Operations (GTO) for our 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:

• You will be accountable for developing and executing 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, while leading efforts to optimize processes and cultivate a culture of continuous improvement.
• Provide strategic direction and comprehensive oversight of engineering teams responsible for the design, development, and testing of manufacturing technologies, ensuring alignment with best -in-class industry standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational goals.
• Lead and foster collaboration across cross-functional teams—including R&D, regulatory, quality, and manufacturing—to ensure seamless integration, successful project execution, and achievement of strategic objectives.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes impacting the medical device sector.
• Provide strategic updates and insights to executive management and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of progress, challenges, and key initiatives.
• Responsible for making significant hiring and budgetary recommendations and decisions, conducting performance reviews, and planning the work of others.

Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration (MBA), or a related field is highly desirable.
• Comprehensive 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 methodologies.

Travel Requirements:

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