Digital Manufacturing IT Lead Analyst - Mendix & AI
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Job Function:
Technology Product & Platform Management
Job Sub Function:
Technology Operations Support
Job Category:
Scientific/Technology
All Job Posting Locations:
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, United States of America, Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of America, Warsaw, Indiana, United States of America, West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Job Description:
DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Digital Manufacturing IT Lead Analyst - Mendix & AI, located in Raynham, MA or West Chester, PA or Palm Beach Gardens, FL or Warsaw, IN.
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):
Suzhou Industrial Park, China - Requisition Number: R-106266
Loughbeg, Ringaskiddy - Requisition Number: R-106264
The Digital Manufacturing IT Lead Analyst serves as the technology and business partner responsible for driving digital transformation initiatives across the DePuy Synthes manufacturing network through the adoption of Mendix low-code solutions, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and advanced digital manufacturing capabilities.
This role translates manufacturing business needs into scalable digital solutions that improve operational performance, compliance, quality, productivity, and user experience. The Lead Analyst partners closely with Manufacturing Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Data & Analytics, Architecture, Cybersecurity, and external partners to identify opportunities, define requirements, manage roadmaps, and deliver innovative digital products.
The individual acts as a trusted advisor and technology lead for the Digital Manufacturing portfolio, helping shape the future state manufacturing ecosystem through intelligent automation, AI-powered solutions, and low-code application development aligned to J&J technology standards.
Key Responsibilities
Digital Manufacturing Product Mgmt
Partner with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain stakeholders to identify opportunities for digital transformation.
Drive adoption of Digital Manufacturing capabilities across Make operations.
Evaluate emerging technologies including AI, Generative AI, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Digital Assistants, Intelligent Automation, and Industrial IoT.
Develop business cases and value realization frameworks for digital investments.
Contribute to Digital Manufacturing and Smart Factory roadmaps.
Mendix Product Ownership & Delivery
Serve as Business Technology Lead and Product Analyst for Mendix-based manufacturing applications.
Elicit, document, refine, and prioritize business requirements using Agile methodologies.
Translate business processes into user stories, process flows, MVPs, and technical requirements.
Manage feature backlogs and partner with development teams to deliver business value.
Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture, security, data governance, and compliance requirements.
Oversee application lifecycle activities including enhancement, support, and retirement planning.
AI Enablement & Advanced Analytics
Identify and prioritize AI use cases supporting manufacturing operations, engineering, quality, maintenance, and supply chain functions.
Partner with Data Science and Engineering teams to design and deploy AI-enabled solutions.
Lead requirements definition for AI-powered use cases including:
Manufacturing copilots
Predictive maintenance
Process optimization
Intelligent document processing
Knowledge management
Root cause analysis
Shop floor digital assistants
Ensure responsible and compliant use of AI technologies within regulated manufacturing environments.
Business Analysis & Process Improvement
Facilitate workshops and stakeholder engagement sessions.
Document current-state and future-state business processes.
Develop business requirements, functional specifications, process maps, and acceptance criteria.
Drive traceability from business need through implementation.
Support user acceptance testing and deployment readiness activities.
Measure and track business outcomes using operational KPIs.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with: Site IT Leaders
Manufacturing Operations & Quality
Engineering Functions
Data & Analytics Teams
Solution Architects
Cybersecurity Teams
External Vendors and System Integrators
Provide thought leadership and consultation regarding digital manufacturing technologies.
Governance, Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure adherence to SDLC, CSV, GxP, cybersecurity, privacy, and quality requirements.
Support audit readiness and validation activities.
Participate in architecture reviews and technology governance processes.
Maintain documentation in accordance with J&J standards.
Key Deliverables
Digital Manufacturing business requirements
Mendix application roadmap and backlog
AI use case portfolio and prioritization framework
Product feature specifications and user stories
Process maps and future-state workflows
Technology value realization metrics
UAT and deployment readiness documentation
Manufacturing digital transformation recommendations
Dashboard and KPI reporting
Stakeholder communications and executive updates
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Data Analytics, or related discipline.
Experience
6+ years of experience in Information Technology, Manufacturing Systems, Digital Manufacturing, Supply Chain Systems, or related fields.
Experience supporting manufacturing operations within regulated environments.
Experience delivering technology solutions using Agile methodologies.
Demonstrated experience gathering and translating business requirements into technical solutions.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Mendix low-code platform.
Experience supporting MES, ERP, or Manufacturing systems.
Experience with Artificial Intelligence and GenAI use cases.
Experience within Medical Devices, Pharmaceuticals, Life Sciences, or regulated manufacturing industries.
Understanding of Digital Manufacturing, Industry 4.0, Smart Factory, and Connected Worker strategies.
Knowledge of Siemens Opcenter MES, Azure, or Microsoft Power Platform.
Experience working with data products, analytics, or AI model deployment.
Other
Up to 10-20% domestic and international travel may be required.
Technical Competencies
Competency
Expected Proficiency
Knowledge of Manufacturing Business Processes
Advanced
Business Analysis
Expert
Mendix Development & Platform Management
Advanced
AI & GenAI Solution Identification
Advanced
Product Management
Intermediate-Advanced
Agile Delivery
Advanced
Business & Data Analytics
Advanced
Digital Manufacturing
Advanced
Architecture & Integration Concepts
Intermediate-Advanced
Cybersecurity & Compliance Controls
Intermediate-Advanced
Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics 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.
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.
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Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Coaching, Communication, Continuous Improvement, Critical Thinking, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Industry Analysis, Product Knowledge, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Relationship Building, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Service Request Management, Software Development Management, Stakeholder Engagement, System Administration, Technical Credibility, Technical Support, Technologically Savvy
The anticipated base pay range for this position is :
94,000.00 - 170,000.00
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)). 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
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