Production Readiness Manufacturing Engineer, Orthopedics

Johnson & Johnson Johnson & Johnson · Pharma · Grecia, Costa Rica

This role is for a Production Readiness Manufacturing Engineer in the Orthopedics division of Johnson & Johnson. The primary focus is on executing engineering deliverables for large-scale manufacturing capacity projects to ensure stable, reliable, and cost-effective processes that meet project objectives for capacity, product cost, budget, and timeline. The role also involves supporting knowledge transfer to manufacturing site staff and collaborating with functional organizations to implement best practices. Key responsibilities include supporting the delivery of qualified implant manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with quality management systems and regulatory standards, and collaborating with stakeholders on technical, validation, and regulatory strategies. The role requires a university degree in a relevant field and 0-2 years of experience, with a preference for experience in medical device manufacturing, validation, and production readiness (product transfers or start-ups).

What you'd actually do

  1. Supporting delivery of robust and fully developed and qualified implant manufacturing processes to Network Edge projects
  2. Ensure that all project activities are conducted in line with procedures and controls outlined in the QMS and that the quality and performance of the product conforms to specified standards and in compliance with the recognized Regulatory Standards for relevant markets.
  3. Collaborate with functional stakeholders to ensure that technical, validation and regulatory strategies are implemented in an efficient and compliant manner and at an appropriate risk level
  4. Communicates with internal and external partners to coordinate and execute project plans.
  5. Supports execution of EHS&S policies and procedures

Skills

Required

  • University/bachelor’s degree in a field related to the position
  • 0- 2 years of relevant professional work experience
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English and Spanish across functions and both internally/externally
  • Ability to perform duties in accordance with policies and procedures and in to comply civil rights requirements
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills & demonstrated ability to operate as part of a team.
  • Track record of innovation and adaptability in project execution, with strong problem-solving skills.

Nice to have

  • Experienced knowledge of medical device manufacturing and validation preferred.
  • Experience in production readiness (Product transfers or start-ups) preferred.