Sr. Manager, EHSS Assur./Strat./Standards/OE
About The Position
DePuy Synthes is recruiting a Sr. Manager, EHSS Assurance/Strategy/Standards/OE, located in Raynham, Massachusetts, or Warsaw, Indiana. This role provides strategic and operational leadership across EHSS Assurance, Strategy, Standards, and Operational Excellence for DePuy Synthes. The Sr. Manager will strengthen global EHSS systems, drive continuous improvement, and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and internal standards. The position influences occupational safety, environmental health and sustainability compliance outcomes, and operational performance while partnering closely with cross-functional and global teams. The role leads and develops EHSS initiatives and standards, guides audit readiness and remediation, and applies Operational Excellence methods to improve quality, efficiency, and compliance. It includes people leadership and support for strategic initiatives, transformations, and business integrations. Travel is limited, up to 20% domestically and internationally. English is required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, EHSS, or a related discipline.
- Typically 8–10 years of progressive experience in EHSS or Operational Excellence roles within a regulated industry; medical device, pharmaceutical, or healthcare experience is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience leading EHSS strategy, standards, and continuous improvement initiatives at a regional or global level.
- Strong knowledge of EHSS systems, regulatory requirements, and audit processes, such as OSHA, ISO, and global health authorities.
- Proven people leadership experience, including coaching, performance management, and team development.
- English language proficiency is required.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Business, or a related field.
- Experience supporting global or enterprise-wide EHSS transformations.
- Hands-on experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or Operational Excellence deployment.
- Prior experience in orthopedic, medical device, or highly regulated manufacturing environments.
- Experience partnering with senior leadership on EHSS governance and strategy.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk-based decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder-influencing skills across levels and functions.
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent EHSS certifications.
Responsibilities
- Lead and evolve EHSS Assurance, Strategy, Standards, and Operational Excellence initiatives across the organization.
- Establish, deploy, and sustain global standards, policies, and governance models aligned with regulatory and internal requirements.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Operational Excellence, Lean, and Six Sigma principles to improve quality, efficiency, and compliance outcomes.
- Partner cross-functionally with R&D, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Regulatory, and Commercial teams to embed quality by design and risk-based decision-making.
- Lead preparation for and execution of internal, external, and regulatory audits, ensuring timely remediation and sustained compliance.
- Monitor and analyze quality performance metrics and trends to proactively identify risks and improvement opportunities.
- Provide people leadership, coaching, and development for quality and Operational Excellence team members, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
- Serve as a key quality leader supporting strategic initiatives, transformations, and business integrations.
Benefits
- Company consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)), subject to plan terms.
- Vacation: 120 hours per calendar year.
- Sick time: 40 hours per calendar year, with different amounts for employees residing in Colorado or Washington.
- 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, or foster care of a child.
- Bereavement Leave: 240 hours for an immediate family member and 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year.
- Caregiver Leave: 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period.
- Volunteer Leave: 32 hours per calendar year.
- Military Spouse Time-Off: 80 hours per calendar year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
