Senior Specialist – JJOS & BEx

Johnson & Johnson•Cornelia, GA

24d•Onsite

About The Position

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com . As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit. About MedTech Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/ . An internal pre-identified candidate for consideration has been identified. However, all applications will be considered. We are searching for the best talent for Senior Specialist - JJOS & BEx . JOB SUMMARY Under the direction of the Senior Business Excellence Manager, the Senior Specialist - JJOS & BEx serves as the site‑level subject matter expert and execution leader for the Johnson & Johnson Operating System (JJOS) at the GA Campus. This role applies advanced project and program management practices to translate JJOS Business Process Standards into sustained operational results , driving measurable improvements in Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), labor productivity, waste reduction, Right‑First‑Time (RFT) performance, and asset reliability . Working independently with minimal supervision, this position integrates value‑focused portfolio execution, performance management, and capability building , ensuring that improvement initiatives are properly prioritized, executed with rigor, and embedded into daily work through standard routines and governance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required (Engineering, Science, Operations, or Business preferred).
Typically requires 4–6 years of professional experience in: Project or program management, Operational excellence, Lean, JJOS, or continuous improvement, Manufacturing or regulated operations environments
Demonstrated experience driving cross‑functional initiatives through influence rather than authority .
Strong working knowledge of project and program management principles .
Practical experience applying JJOS, Lean, or similar operating systems .
Ability to translate strategy and standards into actionable, executable work .
Strong facilitation, communication, and influencing skills.
Experience supporting performance management systems and problem‑solving routines .
Analytical skills with ability to assess trends, risks, and value realization.
Comfort working in complex, matrixed environments.
Demonstrated alignment with Johnson & Johnson Credo and Leadership Imperatives .

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree (MS, MBA) preferred but not required.
Experience linking process improvement to business and financial outcomes preferred.

Responsibilities

Serves as the primary JJOS methodology specialist for the GA Campus, supporting deployment of Make Business Process Standards, including LEAN and Digital
Applies project and program management tools to plan, organize, and execute improvement initiatives tied to measurable operational and financial outcomes.
Designs and manages execution roadmaps and sprint‑based improvement plans , including model area deployments.
Monitors progress against scope, schedule, resources, risks, and value realization , ensuring initiatives deliver sustained results rather than activity completion.
Designs and maintains systems to analyze, monitor, and track business impact , including productivity, efficiency, quality, cost, and reliability metrics.
Facilitates cross‑functional alignment and problem resolution , identifying and removing execution barriers.
Enables and supports tiered performance management, escalation routines, and RCPS / A3 problem solving .
Supports JJOS Health Checks, diagnostics, and maturity assessments , including development and execution of corrective action plans.
Assists in defining project scope, resource requirements, schedules, and priorities to ensure alignment with site strategy and constraints.
Coaches and mentors peers and junior contributors in JJOS methodologies, execution discipline, and continuous improvement practices .
Ensures compliance with all GMP, ISO, FDA, safety, environmental, and internal company requirements.
Communicates business‑related issues, risks, and opportunities to appropriate management levels.
Performs other duties as assigned.