Innovation Productivity, Manager

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine • Cincinnati, OH

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Ethicon Endo Surgery Inc., a member of Johnson & Johnson's Family of Companies, is recruiting for an Innovation Productivity, Manager, located in Cincinnati Ohio. Ethicon, part of the Johnson & Johnson Medical Devices Companies, has made significant contributions to surgery for more than 60 years from creating the first sutures, to revolutionizing surgery with minimally invasive procedures. Our continuing dedication to Shape the Future of Surgery is built on our commitment to help address the world's most pressing health care issues and improve and save more lives. Through Ethicon's surgical technologies and solutions including sutures, staplers, energy devices, trocars and hemostats and our commitment to treat serious medical conditions like obesity and cancer worldwide, we deliver innovation to make a life-changing impact. For more information, visit www.ethicon.com. Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. was created more than 30 years ago in Cincinnati, Ohio, developing innovative devices that have driven the shift from open to minimally invasive surgery that continues to lead the industry today. Our diverse team of engineers, designers, and technical specialists are on the forefront of technology in the medical device industry.

Overview: The Innovation Productivity Manager will support the execution of strategic initiatives that enhance R&D efficiency and accelerate innovation. This role will focus on analyzing workflows, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing process improvements through advanced technologies and data-driven insights. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem solver with a passion for operational excellence and innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 6+ years of experience in process improvement, project management, and R&D operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in matrixed organizations and cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with digital tools and emerging technologies for process optimization.

Nice To Haves

• Experience leading and implementing AI solutions within R&D and/or MedTech
• Familiarity with design control principles.
• Understanding of surgical procedures, surgical device design, and the regulatory/quality system landscape.
• Experience designing, developing, or launching products in an FDA-regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess current R&D processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Support the implementation of productivity-enhancing initiatives across product development and lifecycle maintenance.
• Apply data analytics and AI tools to uncover insights and drive decision-making.
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder communications.
• Document and share best practices across teams to foster innovation and operational excellence.
• Track performance metrics and report progress to leadership.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan.
• Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance.
• Employees may be eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
• This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.
• Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation – up to 120 hours per calendar year Sick time - up to 40 hours per calendar year Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – up to 13 days per calendar year Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees