Operational Excellence Specialist

Johnson & Johnson•Wilson, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operational Excellence Specialist identifies improvement opportunities and implements project plans across the site. The role supports the deployment of Continuous Improvement programs and initiatives, drives operational excellence, and executes standard processes to help meet performance targets. It uses process excellence methodologies to create customer value and promote a “Right the First Time” mentality. In partnership with production leadership and the Process Excellence team, the specialist provides tactical expertise and supports deployment and execution of Six Sigma, Lean, and Design Excellence. The role evaluates potential business impact, advises on project implementation, and leads improvement work across the site. The position is based in Wilson, North Carolina, at a manufacturing facility expanding production of biologic medicines.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering or Science field.
At least 3 years of Operations, GET, MSAT, Planning, or Project Management experience.
At least 1–2 years of experience in a continuous improvement or Lean function.
Experience leading projects.
Business and financial competence to understand strategic issues affecting the company and translate them into value creation and business cases.
Knowledge of JJPS/Production system and RCPS.
Track record of identifying, developing, and driving execution of key projects.
Experience facilitating workshops.
Ability to collaborate in a matrix environment, handle complexity, work across boundaries, and influence without authority.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple concurrent priorities, including issues requiring immediate resolution.
Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, self-awareness, and adaptability.
Results-oriented approach and a strong record of delivering objectives.
Lean/Continuous Improvement certification, such as Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt.
Ability to travel up to 5% domestically and internationally.

Nice To Haves

Consistent record of working with internal and external organizations to share and implement standard processes.
Project Management Certification, such as FPX or PMP.
Knowledge of end-to-end supply chain.
Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt certification.

Responsibilities

Execute JJPS business initiatives and deploy the Culture of Excellence at the site.
Complete Value Stream Maps, identify opportunities, and develop implementation plans to improve reliability for strategic brands.
Drive ideation workshops, Value Stream Mapping, diagnostics, and benchmarking to identify cost-saving initiatives and develop the site CIP pipeline.
Analyze site performance data to identify improvement opportunities and ensure appropriate focus.
Use Process Excellence methodologies and tools to monitor and improve site processes against identified performance measures.
Perform operational excellence strategic initiatives and programs, including Smart Change Over and OEE, Golden Batch, Waste to Excellence/Yield, ZBB, and GP improvement ideation workshops.
Train and certify Yellow Belts at the site, and coach and mentor candidates pursuing Lean/Six Sigma certifications.
Lead individual continuous improvement initiatives to deliver CIPs and process improvements.
Collaborate with business partners to implement targeted improvements in production areas and improve operational efficiency.
Evaluate the potential business impact of improvement projects and advise on their implementation.