Efficiently lead a diverse and experienced team of engineers to meet site goals and business objectives
Own technical and professional talent development for the team while ensuring skills and capabilities are effectively leveraged
Lead and mentor the engineering team in structured problem solving for products, equipment, systems, and manufacturing processes
Use methodical and statistically sound approaches to solve complex technical problems and demonstrate resolution effectiveness
Evaluate and implement improved performance, management, and tracking methods to monitor timelines, costs, and project completion
Collaborate with Make Engineering, Operations, Quality, R&D, Procurement, Regulatory Affairs, suppliers, and other key functional partners to align on business objectives
Support base business growth, new product delivery, business continuity, supplier-enabled innovation, sustainability, and cost improvement initiatives
Drive process standardization and technical alignment across the Jacksonville, Anasco, and Groningen sites
Apply materials engineering knowledge to deliver innovative solutions internally and at external supplier manufacturing sites through feasibility and scale-up
Champion continuous improvement of technologies and processes while minimizing lifecycle costs and supporting environmental policies and procedures
Engage, inspire, empower, and mentor engineering talent while developing future leaders
Requirements
Education
Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Material Science, Chemistry, or equivalent is required
Advanced degree such as MS, PhD, or MBA is preferred
Required Experience & Skills
Minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience is required
Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience leading and developing engineers and technicians is required
Consistent track record translating engineering goals and objectives into successful strategies, tactical plans, and measurable results is required
Strong technical understanding of injection molding, polymer materials, and mold fabrication is required
Strong knowledge of structured problem solving, engineering principles, and statistically sound approaches to technical issue resolution is required
Experience collaborating cross-functionally with Make Engineering, Operations, Quality, R&D, Procurement, Regulatory Affairs, and other business partners is required
Excellent written and oral communication skills are required
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to influence horizontally and vertically across the organization are required
6 years of experience working within a medical device or FDA-regulated environment is preferred
International collaboration experience is preferred
Technical understanding of process engineering with experience in a highly automate
Benefits
Health insurance
Additional Information
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. Learn more at jnj.com .
As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.
Job Function:
R&D Product Development
Job Sub Function:
Biomedical Engineering
Job Category:
People Leader
All Job Posting Locations:
Jacksonville, Florida, United States of America
Job Description:
We are searching for the best Materials Engineering Manager in Jacksonville, FL!
About MedTech
Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we're developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.
Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech
Job Summary
The Materials Engineering Manager will be an integral member of the Materials Engineering Team supporting base business growth, new product delivery, business continuity, supplier-enabled innovation, sustainability, and cost improvement initiatives. This leader will also be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to drive process standardization across the Jacksonville, FL; Anasco, Puerto Rico; and Groningen, Netherlands sites. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in injection molding, polymer materials, and mold fabrication, along with the ability to lead, mentor, and develop highly trained engineering professionals while delivering strong business results through cross-functional collaboration.
Johnson & Johnson · Jacksonville, FL