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2nd Shift - Production Lead

Johnson & Johnson
Palm Beach Gardens, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 19 May 2026

About the role

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.

Job Function:

Supply Chain Manufacturing

Job Sub Function:

Manufacturing Assembly

Job Category:

Business Enablement/Support

All Job Posting Locations:

Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, United States of America

Job Description:

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopedics business to establish a standalone orthopedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals.

Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes, and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

DePuy Synthes (DPS) is recruiting for a Production Lead.  This role will be located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL.

DePuy Synthes, the Orthopedics Company of Johnson & Johnson provides one of the most comprehensive orthopedics portfolios in the world. DePuy Synthes solutions, in specialties including joint reconstruction, trauma, craniomaxillofacial, spinal surgery and sports medicine, are designed to advance patient care while delivering clinical and economic value to health care systems worldwide. For more information, visit www.depuysynthes.com.

SECTION 1: JOB SUMMARY*

As a Production Lead at DePuy Synthes, Role is pivotal in overseeing and directing the manufacturing operations within the organization. Responsible for leading and motivating a team of production workers, ensures adherence to quality standards, efficiency in production processes, and timely delivery of medical devices or equipment. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, facilitates continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production workflows, reduce downtime, and enhance product quality. The Leads responsibilities encompass training and development of staff, implementing safety protocols, and driving initiatives to meet production targets while upholding regulatory compliance and maintaining the highest standards of product excellence at DePuy Synthes.

SECTION 2: DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Under general direction from manufacturing supervisor and in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws/regulations and Corporate Johnson & Johnson, procedures and guidelines, this position:

  • Executes and monitors manufacturing processes according to operational procedures.

  • Establishes priorities based on production schedule.

  • Participates in cleaning equipment and clean rooms as necessary.

  • Records measurements from various equipment and systems.  

  • Verifies and interprets parameters to ensure compliance.

  • Takes samples and performs tests during process according to standard procedures.

  • Participates in projects focused on process development and/or improvement, cost controls and new product manufacturing.

  • Performs equipment maintenance, conditioning, standardization, and calibration as needed.

  • Troubleshoots equipment issues.

  • Handles, stores, and disposes of hazardous and nonhazardous materials incompliance with company policy and regulatory requirements.

  • Handles chemicals appropriately using required safety equipment.

  • Participa

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