Operations Manager, Orthopedics
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.
Johnson & Johnson is seeking a driven Operations Manager to lead critical MAKE and supply chain flow operations across two shifts in Bridgewater, MA. 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. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes.
About Orthopaedics
Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Our Orthopaedics teams help keep more than 6 million people moving each year while delivering clinical and economic value to surgeons and healthcare systems. Our teams build solutions for joint reconstruction; trauma and craniomaxillofacial; sports, extremities, and elective foot and ankle; spine; and robotics and digital surgery. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness.
Purpose
In this high-impact role, you will have direct ownership of a critical segment of the end-to-end supply chain, spanning inbound material flow to outbound distribution. You will play a key role in supporting multiple platforms (Joints, Trauma, Spine, Sports Medicine) and enabling the performance of a 24/5 manufacturing operation in Raynham. This role is ideal for a leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, takes ownership, and is motivated to improve flow, eliminate constraints, and deliver results. Your work will directly impact manufacturing continuity, customer delivery, and overall supply chain performance, while offering strong exposure and opportunity for growth.
Responsibilities
- Lead two-shift operations across inbound receiving, warehousing, non-sterile packaging, post-sterile release, and outbound flow in a complex, multi-platform environment
- Own end-to-end product flow ensuring on-time delivery to U.S. and OUS distribution centers and international sites
- Serve as a critical supplier to Raynham Manufacturing, ensuring on time delivery of materials to support a 24/5 production operation
- Drive cross-functional alignment with Receiving Inspection, Manufacturing, Quality, and Distribution to eliminate bottlenecks and improve throughput
- Lead and develop supervisors and frontline teams, building a culture of accountability and ownership
- Deliver results across safety, service, quality, cost, and people metrics in a fast-paced, constraint-driven environment
- Identify and execute continuous improvement opportunities aligned with JJPS and 6S to improve flow, reduce lead time, and increase efficiency
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field
- Proven track record in manufacturing, operations, or supply chain
- Experience leading teams in a multi-shift, fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving and cross-functional leadership skills
Skills
- High energy, self-starter with strong sense of ownership
- Ability to lead in complex, fast-moving environments
- Strong collaborator who drives alignment across teams and sites
- Consistent track record of delivering results and improving operations
- Preferred: Experience in medical device or regulated industries
- Preferred: Background in both manufacturing and distribution operations
- Preferred: Lean / Six Sigma or process excellence experience