Sr. Manager, Process Engineering

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Job Function:

Supply Chain Engineering

Job Sub Function:

Process Engineering

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, United States of America

Job Description:

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Sr. Manager, Process Engineering. This Hybrid position will be located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL (USA). Alternate hybrid locations may be considered in Diegem, Belgium OR Zuchwil, Switzerland.

 

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):

Palm Beach Gardens, FL - Requisition Number: R-071914

Belgium - Requisition Number: R-073273

Switzerland - Requisition Number: R-073151

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

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopedics business to establish a standalone orthopedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes. 

Job Overview 

The Sr. Manager, Process Engineering provides strategic and technical leadership for manufacturing and process engineering activities supporting DePuy Synthes operations. This role is responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining robust manufacturing processes that ensure quality, efficiency, and scalability. The position plays a critical role in driving continuous improvement, enabling new product introductions, and supporting business growth within a regulated medical device environment. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead and develop a team of process engineers responsible for manufacturing process design, optimization, and sustainment. 

• Establish and execute process engineering strategies aligned with business, quality, and operational objectives. 

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, cost, delivery, and productivity. 

• Partner cross‑functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, R&D, and Operations to support production performance and new product introductions. 

• Provide technical oversight for process validations, equipment qualifications, and change management activities. 

• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with applicable regulatory, quality system, and company requirements. 

• Analyze process performance data to identify risks, trends, and improvement opportunities. 

• Support capital projects, automation initiatives, and technology upgrades to improve operational capability. 

Qualifications 

Education 

• Bachelor’s degree required in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Chemical, or related discipline) 

• Master’s degree preferred 

Experience and Skills 

Required: 

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in process engineering or manufacturing engineering 

• Prior people leadership experience managing and developing engineering teams 

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, process validation, and continuous improvement methodologies 

• Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment 

• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional initiatives and influence stakeholders 

• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills 

• Effective communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non‑technical audiences 

Preferred: 

• Experience in medical devices, healthcare, or life sciences manufacturing 

• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other structured improvement methodologies 

• Experience supporting new product introductions and scale‑up activities 

• Knowledge of automation, equipment integration, and advanced manufacturing technologies 

• Experience leading capital projects or large‑scale process improvements 

Other 

• Language: English required 

• Travel: Up to 15% domestic travel 

• Certifications: Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent preferred 

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Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Agile Decision Making, Coaching, Consulting, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Crisis Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Disruptive Innovations, Emerging Technologies, Industrial Hygiene, Lean Supply Chain Management, Process Control, Process Engineering, Product Costing, Program Management, Project Schedule, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application, Tactical Planning, Technical Credibility, Technical Research

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$122,000.00 - $212,750.00

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.
Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits