Director, Manufacturing. Site Leader - Ottava

Johnson & Johnson MedTech

Santa Clara, California, United States
Base: $172,000.00 - $297,850.00; bonus/equity: not...
Onsite
Lead manufacturing plant operations
Strategic planning and execution
Technical expertise in capital equipment manufacturing
Johnson & Johnson MedTech is seeking a Director of Manufacturing for their Ottava facility in Santa Clara, California. This leadership role demands expertise in operational excellence, strategic planning, and team development within a complex manufacturing environment focused on innovative surgical technologies

Job Summary

  • The Director, Ottava Manufacturing Site Leader provides strategic, operational, and technical leadership for one or more manufacturing plants in support of the OTTAVA Surgical Robotic Platform.
  • This role is accountable for daily operations, long term planning, talent development, and driving transformational initiatives that elevate safety, quality, productivity, and scalability across the site.
  • Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing an inclusive work environment and interview process accommodating applicants’ needs.

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Johnson & Johnson MedTech is seeking a Director of Manufacturing for their Ottava facility in Santa Clara, California. This leadership role demands expertise in operational excellence, strategic planning, and team development within a complex manufacturing environment focused on innovative surgical technologies.

Salary

Base: $172,000.00 - $297,850.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • lead manufacturing plant operations
  • strategic planning and execution
  • technical expertise in capital equipment manufacturing
  • drive change management initiatives
  • standardize and optimize manufacturing processes
  • lead and develop high-performing teams
  • manage budgets and compliance

Nice-to-have

  • experience with medical capital equipment manufacturing
  • regulatory compliance knowledge
  • experience launching and relocating manufacturing lines
  • culture building with transparency and accountability
  • continuous improvement mindset

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business or related field
  • 10+ years experience in technical manufacturing operations
  • 5+ years leadership experience
  • prior complex capital equipment manufacturing experience
  • experience in strategic change management
  • proactive risk management skills
  • up to 10% domestic/international travel

Work Rights

Not specified

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