Operations Manager, Orthopedics

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Job Function:

Supply Chain Manufacturing

Job Sub Function:

Plant Management

Job Category:

People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:

Bridgewater, Massachusetts, United States of America

Job Description:

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, 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.

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.

Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of Orthopaedics? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? 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. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

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.

Key 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

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field

Proven track record n manufacturing, operations, or supply chain

Experience leading teams in a multi-shift, fast-paced environment

Strong problem-solving and cross-functional leadership skills

Preferred

Experience in medical device or regulated industries

Background in both manufacturing and distribution operations

Lean / Six Sigma or process excellence experience

What Sets You Apart

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

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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 interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Agile Manufacturing, Developing Others, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Manufacturing Compliance, Manufacturing Safety, Motivating People, Organizational Project Management, Organizing, Plant Operations, Process Improvements, Resource Planning, Strategic Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Processes, Tactical Planning, Team Management