Director, Global Doc Control

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine • New Brunswick, NJ

1d • $150,000 - $258,750 • Hybrid

About The Position

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. DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) Director, Global Document Control – Quality Systems, located in New Jersey, US248 PA WEST CHESTER - 1302 WRIGHTS LN E;US244 FL PALM BEACH GARDENS - 4500 RIVERSIDE DR;CH014 Synthes/J&J AG, Zuchwil;Loughbeg, Ringaskiddy Job Overview The Director, Global Document Control is responsible for leading and governing the global document control function within Quality Systems. This role ensures consistent, compliant management of quality documentation across the enterprise, enabling regulatory compliance, audit readiness, and operational excellence. The position plays a critical leadership role by setting global standards, driving harmonization, and partnering with Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, and Commercial teams to ensure document control processes effectively support the full product lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality, Engineering, Life Sciences, Regulatory Affairs, or a related discipline (required).
• Typically 10-12 years of progressive experience in Quality Systems, Document Control, or related roles within a regulated industry.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing global or multi‑regional document control functions.
• Deep understanding of quality system and regulatory requirements related to documentation and records management.
• Proven ability to design and implement standardized, scalable document control processes.
• Experience supporting audits, inspections, and regulatory assessments.
• English required.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or advanced technical degree (preferred).
• Experience in medical devices, healthcare, or other highly regulated industries.
• Experience working in a global, matrixed organization.
• Familiarity with electronic document management systems (eDMS).
• Experience driving digital transformation or system modernization initiatives.
• Quality or Regulatory certifications (e.g., ASQ, RAC).
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and change‑management skills.
• Quality or Regulatory certifications preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for global document control processes within Quality Systems.
• Establish and maintain global document control standards, policies, and governance aligned with regulatory and quality requirements.
• Ensure consistent execution of document lifecycle management, including creation, review, approval, distribution, and archival.
• Drive harmonization and standardization of document control practices across regions and functions.
• Partner with Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, Commercial Quality, and IT to support compliant documentation across the product lifecycle.
• Support internal and external audits, inspections, and health authority interactions related to documentation and records management.
• Monitor document control performance, metrics, and risks; drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop document control and quality systems teams, fostering a culture of compliance and operational excellence.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director