Technical Operations Co-op

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:

Career Programs

Job Sub Function:

Non-LDP Intern/Co-Op

Job Category:

Career Program

All Job Posting Locations:

West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description:

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

Johnson & Johnson is currently seeking a Technical Operations Co-Op to join our MedTech Orthopaedics Supply Chain team. The role is based in West Chester, PA.

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics 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.

 

Our Co-Op is responsible for managing and/or supporting most aspects of a project or initiative under the direction of the Senior Manager or Project leaders.   Responsibilities include project management, project development, problem solving and process improvements.  This role will interface with other J&J internal functional teams and external manufacturing partners to ensure that goals are met.

Are you interested in joining a team that is helping improve patient care and drive innovative solutions? Apply today!

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and execute project and/or programs of low to medium complexity impacting patient safety, compliance, quality, service, growth, and value.
• Lead and support supply chain projects that relate to new products or modifications to existing products, manufacturing processes and product transfers.
• Support creation of a project business case, assist with project tasks, mitigation plans and monitor project status.
• Collaborate with cross functional partners such as Research and Development, Regulatory, Quality, Planning, Finance, and Source to ensure excellence in project execution.
• May assist with strategic projects/programs and issue management activities.
• Use project management tools, solve problems, and provide suggestions for improvements. 
• Understanding of various business processes, governances and supporting systems and the tools/templates used for project and portfolio management.
• Other miscellaneous duties as assigned by supervisor.

 

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Authorized to work in the US and must not require sponsorship for employment visa at the time of application or in the future (e.g.. F1, H1-B status).  Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually requires future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long-term status that does not require company sponsorship.
• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited University or College program for the entire duration of the assignment pursuing a Bachelor’s degree.  Not necessarily taking active classes.
• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Engineering such as Mechanical, Biomedical,  Chemical, or other related engineering fields.
• Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week) with reliable transportation to and from work.  Job is on site with remote flexibility. 
• Have a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher.
• Completion of Undergraduate Freshmen year at accredited University or College is required. Must not be a Senior graduating prior to program end date.
• Requires proficiency in English language

 

Experience and Skills:

Required:

• Excellent communication, presentation skills and leadership skills
• Ability to assess issues and opportunities, establish priorities, and act with a sense of urgency and customer focus.
• Must be a self-starter, eager to learn and able to work independently while contributing to the team goals.
• Takes actions in the absence of specific instructions.
• Ability to demonstrate strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Ability to balance multiple projects and initiatives while executing results
• Proficiency in the use of MS Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Preferred:

• Extracurricular experience and leadership in a student association/organization and/or community service activities is a plus.

Permanently authorized to work in the U.S., must not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future.  Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually requires future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long-term status that does not require company sponsorship.

Ineligible for severance.

 

If you are under 18 years of age, you (the candidate) may need to obtain the necessary working papers or other documentation required by state law to start the assignment, as well as get a parent’s consent for the background check.

 

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

 

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation,  external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers . Internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

 

 

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