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Job Function
Supply Chain Manufacturing
Job Sub Function
Manufacturing Process Improvement
Job Category
People Leader
All Job Posting Locations:
Ringaskiddy, Cork, Ireland
Job Description
About Orthopaedics
Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we're developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of Orthopaedics? Ready to join a team that's reimagining how we heal? Our Orthopaedics teams help keep more than 6 million people moving each year while delivering clinical and economic value to surgeons and healthcare systems. Our teams build solutions for joint reconstruction; trauma and craniomaxillofacial; sports, extremities, and elective foot and ankle; spine; and robotics and digital surgery.
Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at
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.
We are searching for the best talent for a Business Excellence Specialist to be in Cork, Ireland
Purpose:
Support the development & implementation of Johnson & Johnson Production System to deliver Best in Class performance through a highly engaged workforce. Working cross functionally, play a leading role in fostering a culture of continuous improvement to achieve sustainable high standards of manufacturing performance. Lead and deliver projects to support the business needs of the site
As a Business Excellence Specialist, You Will
* Measure, analyze, design, and implement sustainable process improvements to optimize capacity, reduce lead times, and maximize productivity.
* Drive innovative solutions that enhance quality while reducing costs and improving efficiency.
* Lead and deliver projects that support business needs and strategic objectives.
* Embed and sustain the 'Managing Site Performance' business process standard across the site.
* Facilitate value stream mapping and conduct production capacity analysis for each stream.
* Promote Lean principles by mentoring and coaching employees, ensuring continuous improvement culture.
* Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards while supporting transformation initiatives.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including New Product Introductions, to integrate Lean practices early in design phases.
Skills & Qualifications
* Certified Lean or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt (Black Belt or relevant degree preferred).
* 3–5 years of experience in a highly regulated medical device manufacturing environment.
* Strong knowledge and application of Lean principles, World Class Manufacturing, and continuous improvement methodologies.
* Expertise in root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques.
* Proven project management skills with ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.
* Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills; capable of influencing at all levels.
* Change management advocate with innovative, systems-thinking mindset.
* Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
At Johnson & Johnson, we want every candidate to feel supported throughout the hiring process. Our goal is to make the experience clear, fair, and respectful of your time.
Here's What You Can Expect
* Application review: We'll carefully review your CV to see how your skills and experience align with the role.
* Getting to know you: If there's a good match, you'll be invited to a short call with one of our recruitment team to understand more about you and answer any questions that you might have.
* Staying informed: We know waiting can be hard and processes can evolve; our recruitment team will keep you updated and make sure you know what to expect at each step.
* Final steps: For successful candidates, you will need to complete country-specific checks before starting your new role. We will help guide you through these.
Finally, at the end of the process, we'll invite you to share feedback in a short survey — your input helps us continue improving the experience for future candidates. Thank you for considering a career with Johnson & Johnson. We're excited to learn more about you and wish you the best of luck in the process #RPOEMEA
Required Skills
Preferred Skills:
Agile Manufacturing, Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Control (CMC), Coaching, Controls Compliance, Data Gathering Analysis, Detail-Oriented, Developing Others, Document Management, Financial Competence, Goal Attainment, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Operational Excellence, Plant Operations, Process Control, Quality Management Systems (QMS), Quality Standards, Quality Systems Documentation, Time Management