Sr. Manager, EHSS Assur./Strat./Standards/OE

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Job Function:

Environmental Health, Safety (EH&S) and Facilities Services (FS)

Job Sub Function:

Environmental Health & Safety

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America, Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of America, Warsaw, Indiana, United States of America

Job Description:

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) Sr. Manager,   EHSS   Assur ance / Strat egy / Standards/OE,   located   in   Raynham,   MA   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):

Raynham, MA (USA) - Requisition Number: R-084497

Loughbeg, Ringaskiddy, IE - Requisition Number: R-085489

St. Anthony's Road, Leeds, UK - Requisition Number: R-085490

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

This role provides strategic and operational leadership across   EHSS- Assurance,  Strategy , Standards, and Operational Excellence (OE)   for DePuy Synthes. The Sr. Manager will play a critical role in strengthening global   EHSS   systems, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and internal standards. This position has broad impact across the organization, influencing   occupational   safety,   environmental health & sustainability   compliance outcomes, and operational performance while partnering closely with   cross ‑ functional   and global teams.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and evolve   EHSS   Assurance, Strategy, Standards, and Operational Excellence initiatives across the organization.

Establish, deploy, and sustain global standards, policies, and governance models aligned with regulatory and internal requirements.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives using OE, Lean, and Six Sigma principles to improve quality, efficiency, and compliance outcomes.

Partner   cross ‑ functionally   with R&D, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Regulatory, and Commercial teams to embed quality by design and   risk ‑ based   decision making.

Lead preparation for and execution of internal, external, and regulatory audits, ensuring   timely   remediation and sustained compliance.

Monitor and analyze quality performance metrics and trends to proactively identify risks and improvement opportunities.

Provide   people   leadership, coaching, and development for quality and OE team members, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Serve as a key quality leader supporting strategic initiatives, transformations, and business integrations.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree   required   (Engineering, Life Sciences,   EHSS , or related discipline).

Master’s degree preferred (Engineering, Quality, Business, or related field).

Experience and Skills

Required:

Typically   8 -10   years of progressive experience   in   EHSS , or Operational Excellence roles within a regulated industry (medical device, pharmaceutical, or healthcare preferred).

Demonstrated experience leading   EHSS   strategy, standards, and continuous improvement initiatives at a regional or global level.

Strong knowledge of   EHSS   systems, regulatory requirements, and audit processes (e.g.,   OSHA,   ISO, global health authorities).

Proven   people   leadership experience, including coaching, performance management, and team development.

Preferred:

Experience supporting global or   enterprise ‑ wide   EHSS   transformations.

Hands ‑ on   experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or Operational Excellence deployment.

Prior experience in orthopedic, medical device, or highly regulated manufacturing environments.

Experience partnering with senior leadership on   EHSS   governance and strategy.

Strong analytical,   problem ‑ solving , and   risk ‑ based   decision ‑ making   skills.

Excellent communication and   stakeholder ‑ influencing   skills across levels and functions.

Other:

Language requirements: English   required .

Travel:   Limited; u p to 20%, domestic and international.

Certifications (preferred): Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, or equivalent   EHSS   certifications.

For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness,   career   and life journey, please visit   www.careers.jnj.com .

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.

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Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Corporate Experience, EHS Compliance, Emergency Planning, Environmental Health And Safety, Environmental Protection, Facility Management, Fact-Based Decision Making, Learning Content Design, Mentorship, Organizing, Performance Measurement, Process Improvements, Quality Assurance (QA), Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Safety-Oriented, Technical Credibility

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$122,000.00 - $245,000.00

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"