Senior Business Excellence Engineer- Orthopaedics

Job Overview

Job Function:
Supply Chain Engineering

Job Sub Function:
Process Engineering

Job Category:
Scientific/Technology

Location:

Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of America

Job Title:

Senior Business Excellence Engineer – Orthopaedics

Join us in our mission to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured.

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopedics business to establish a standalone orthopedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The separation is expected to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal and regulatory approvals.

Upon completion, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes, governed by its employment processes, policies, and benefits.

The Business Excellence Engineer will lead cross‑functional continuous improvement initiatives from Define through Control using Lean Six Sigma methodology to deliver measurable business results (cost reduction, quality, throughput, and lead time). This role will serve as project owner for medium‑to‑large capital and process improvement projects, partnering with site and functional leaders to design, implement, document, and sustain operational excellence through visual management, standard work, data‑driven problem solving, and capability building.

• Lead cross‑functional continuous improvement projects from Define through Control using Lean Six Sigma methodology to deliver measurable business results.
• Act as project owner for medium‑to‑large capital and process improvement projects: develop charters, build schedules, manage risks, track budgets, and report status.
• Design and implement visual factory solutions (kanban, visual metrics, standardized work boards) and support deployment of 5S/6S and standard work.
• Use CAD tools to support process design, line layouts, tooling/fixture concepts and process simulations; create and revise technical drawings to support implementation.
• Coach, mentor and train employees and leaders on Lean, Six Sigma tools, problem solving (A3, PDCA) and change management to build internal capability.
• Apply data analysis and root‑cause investigation techniques to drive corrective actions and process control.
• Facilitate cross‑functional workshops (kaizen events, rapid improvement events) and lead stakeholder alignment.
• Define and monitor KPIs (OEE, cycle time, first pass yield, scrap, throughput, safety metrics) and translate performance into action plans.
• Support deployment and continuous improvement of maintenance and reliability practices (TPM/RCM principles).
• Document and sustain improvements through control plans, training, audits and governance rituals.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental practices; provide resources needed for supervision.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).

Experience and Skills:

• Minimum 2+ years of progressive experience in continuous improvement, manufacturing engineering, operations improvement, and/or regulated environments.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt from a reputable provider.
• Experience with visual management, value stream mapping, standard work, and kaizen events.
• Strong IT and data analytics capability with advanced Power BI skills; proven track record turning complex data into clear dashboards and actionable insights.
• Strong project management experience including charters, schedules, budgeting, and stakeholder management.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel advanced, PowerPoint, Word, Visio or equivalent).
• Demonstrated experience in data‑driven problem solving and statistical analysis.
• Excellent communication, facilitation and change management skills; ability to influence at all levels.
• Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt required;
  Black Belt preferred.
• Experience with Lean tools such as 5S/6S, Poka‑Yoke, 8 Types of Waste, Process Mapping, Value Stream Mapping and Control Charts.
• Experience with MES, ERP integration or process automation.
• Experience in effective stakeholder management.
• Previous experience in the medical devices or related industry…