Technical Launch Manager – Orthopaedic

Johnson & Johnson

. Lead the assigned group . Manage, coach, and develop direct reports . Provide global operations leadership to assigned programs or projects . Develop operations strategy, assemble the team, and develop/execute the

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $102,000 - $177,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operations leadership, project management, and cross-functional team collaboration within the medical device or pharmaceutical sectors. Proven ability to develop and execute strategies that ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations while achieving business objectives.

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Operations LeadershipManufacturing ExperienceProject ManagementCompliance ManagementCross-Functional Team Building

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Hard Skills

Operations Strategy DevelopmentProcess Design and DevelopmentDesign TransferProcess Capability AnalysisTechnology Transfer Readiness

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsCoaching and DevelopmentManagement Influence

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Medical DevicePharmaceuticalHealth and Safety ComplianceEnvironmental PracticesNew Product Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the assigned group
Manage, coach, and develop direct reports
Provide global operations leadership to assigned programs or projects
Develop operations strategy, assemble the team, and develop/execute the operations project plan from project charter through hand-off to the manufacturing/supplier site and global launch
Partner with other functions to achieve commercial success, profitability, timeliness, and quality objectives
Partner with R&D, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to achieve business objectives and provide governance through prioritization and resource allocation
Ensure design transfer, pre-DFMA/DFMA, manufacturing process design and development, process characterization/CTQ cascade, process capability analyses, and technology transfer readiness are planned and executed
Build cross-functional teams and provide feedback and coaching
Follow new product development processes and procedures to ensure compliance and business deliverables
Communicate business-related issues or opportunities to the next management level
Ensure compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental practices
Perform other assigned duties as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree is required
Minimum of 7 years professional related experience is required
Strong communication and management influence skills are required
Strong Manufacturing Experience is required
Medical Device/Pharmaceutical experience is preferred
Compliance with applicable Federal, State, local, and Company regulations, policies, and procedures
Compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental guidelines

Benefits

Comp & perks

Consolidated retirement plan (pension)
Savings plan (401(k))
Long-term incentive program
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year; 48 hours per calendar year for employees residing in Colorado; 56 hours per calendar year for employees residing in 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/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member; 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
Inclusive interview process and accommodation support