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

Job Title:

Sr. Manager, EHSS Assurance/Strategy/Standards/OE

Location:

Raynham, MA or Warsaw, IN (other global opportunities available)

Job Function:
Environmental Health, Safety (EH&S) and Facilities Services

• 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.

• Bachelor’s degree required (Engineering, Life Sciences, EHSS, or related discipline).
• Master’s degree preferred (Engineering, Quality, Business, or related field).
• Typically 8-10 years of progressive experience in EHSS or Operational Excellence roles within a regulated industry (medical device, pharmaceutical, or healthcare).
• 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.

• 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.

• Language:
  English required.
• Travel:
  Limited; up to 20% domestic and international.
• Certifications (preferred):
  Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, or equivalent EHSS certifications.

• Base Pay Range: $ – $
• Retirement Plans:
  Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
• Time Off:

• Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
• Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year (48 hours in Colorado, 56 hours in Washington)
• 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, or 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 period
• Volunteer leave – 32 hours per calendar year
• Military spouse time‑off – 80 hours per calendar year

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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