Facilitator

Job Description

About Ethicon Inc.

Ethicon Inc., a part of the Johnson & Johnson family of companies, is dedicated to improving health outcomes for people around the world. They are driven by innovation in the field of healthcare and are committed to developing solutions that prevent, treat, and cure complex diseases. Ethicon specializes in innovative medicine and MedTech, working to deliver cutting-edge breakthroughs in healthcare.

Facilitator Position at Ethicon

Ethicon is currently searching for a Facilitator to join their team in San Angelo, Texas. This position is a key leadership role in the manufacturing process, directly overseeing a team of associates and working to achieve company goals in the areas of safety, quality, customer service, and financial efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Safety & Compliance: Understand and adhere to Ethicon’s environmental and safety policies, J&J Pollution Prevention Goals, and regulatory requirements. Follow J&J standards of behavior.
• Supervisory Leadership: Provide first-line supervision within a manufacturing unit. Supervise in alignment with company policies to meet production goals. Assign duties, offer guidance to team members, monitor work operations, and evaluate employee performance.
• Team Safety: Ensure the safety of all shift members.
• Decision Making: Make responsible decisions to meet operational objectives, recognizing that errors could result in program delays and additional resource allocation.
• Quality Assurance: Comply with all quality management systems, environmental, safety, and occupational health policies (e.g., ISO 13485, ISO14001, OSHAS18001).
• Process Improvement: Identify areas for process improvement in existing systems and equipment. Work with related departments to optimize efficiency, quality, and cost reduction.
• Supplier Relations: Assist in contract negotiations with suppliers.
• Problem Solving: Respond independently to routine problems.
• Production Management: Oversee production operations to meet goals. Establish schedules, manage product lines based on business needs, and provide input on production flow.
• Cost Management: Identify potential manufacturing issues, manage operational budgets, and strive to improve financial performance.
• Equipment Maintenance: Administer equipment maintenance and repair. Maintain records and report recurring issues that might require equipment replacement.
• JJPS Adherence: Understand and follow Johnson & Johnson Production System (JJPS) principles and standards.

Qualifications:

• Education: Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent university degree is required.
• Experience:
• Required: Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional work experience. Proficiency with SAP, MES, Office/Excel, and other computer skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Preferred: Supervisory experience, experience in a manufacturing environment, particularly medical device manufacturing. Experience in a CBA/Union environment. Knowledge of OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) monitoring and automation. Lean, Six Sigma, statistical, and analytical problem-solving skills.

• Travel: May require up to 10% domestic and/or international travel.

About Johnson & Johnson:

Johnson & Johnson is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action in employment, ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status. They also do not discriminate on the basis of disability. For more information about Johnson & Johnson’s commitment to employee wellness, careers, and life journey support, please visit www.careers.jnj.com.