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Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.

Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine

We are searching for the best talent for OPEX Co-Op to be in Gurabo, Puerto Rico.

• The Co-op term is from January 2027 to January 2028.
• Full time requirement (40 hours per week).

This oneyear CoOp provides a structured, handson opportunity to support Operational Excellence (OE) initiatives at Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine in Gurabo. The Operational Excellence CoOp will contribute to crossfunctional improvement projects that drive safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency using Lean, Six Sigma, and datadriven problem solving. The role includes formal onboarding to J&J OE tools, mentorship, and opportunities to present results to site leadership.

• Support planning and execution of process improvement activities to reduce waste and improve flow, quality, and safety.
• Collect, cleanse, analyze, and visualize operational metrics (cycle time, yield, downtime, WIP) to identify improvement opportunities and quantify impact.
• Assist in root cause analysis (5 Whys, fishbone), develop countermeasures, and track implementation and sustainment.
• Create and update standard work, value stream maps and process maps to sustain improvements.
• Design, build, and maintain visual management boards and performance dashboards (Power BI/Tableau).
• Facilitate or cofacilitate crossfunctional team meetings and prepare clear status updates and presentation decks for collaborators and leadership.
• Ensure project activities align with site safety, quality, and regulatory requirements (e.g., cGMP).

• Completion of Undergraduate Freshman year at an accredited University is required.
• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Business Analytics, or related field.
• Completed at least 3 years of undergraduate study (rising senior or equivalent).
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor's program and eligible for a oneyear CoOp assignment for the requested term.
• Availability to work fulltime onsite at Gurabo for the full oneyear term.

• JJOS - Spearhead the implementation and advancement of Johnson & Johnson Operating System.
• Support Smart Changeover & OEE- Execute Deep Dives on Critical Constraints Assets in the network.
• IDEAS PROGRAM - Oversee Ideas Program and promote a mindset of innovation.
• Golden Batch - Support Re-Launch / Deployment, Governance Process, Workshops

• Strong analytical capability and comfort working with data; proficient in Excel (pivot tables, formulas).
• Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma concepts; coursework or practical project experience preferred.
• Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau)
• Exposure to process mapping, time studies, and basic statistical tools (Minitab or equivalent) advantageous.

• Problemsolving mindset and datadriven decision approach.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; effective crossfunctional collaborator.
• Selfstarter with good time management and ability to prioritize competing tasks.
• Coachable, adaptable, and eager to learn.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Spanish and English proficiency preferred given site location and stakeholder base.

• Familiarity with regulated environments and quality frameworks (e.g., cGMP, ISO).

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.

For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits. This job posting is anticipated to close on [09/10/2026]. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on https://www.careers.jnj.com to accept additional applications.

Ineligibility for severance.

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, please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

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