Director of Operations

**_Caring for the worldone person at a time” _**inspires and unites the people of Johnson & Johnson. This culture of caring is the focus of our corporate philosophy, that are anchored in the internationally applicable Credo.

**DePuy Synthes **Companies of Johnson & Johnson is the largest, most comprehensive orthopedic and neurological business in the world. DePuy Synthes offer an unparalleled breadth and depth of technology, devices, services and programs in the areas of joint reconstruction, trauma, spine, sports medicine, neurological, cranio-maxillofacial, power tools and biomaterials. Our broad array of inspired, innovative and high-quality offerings, help advance the health and wellbeing of people around the world.

We are looking for a highly committed:
**Director of Operations **based in Oberdorf

**(Permanent)**

**Overview**

Responsible for the day to day management of the plant, ensuring safe, efficient and profitable operations.

**Further responsibilities and duties are**
- Responsible and management of all Operations team activities.
- Responsible for preparation and managing budget of plant.
- Manage statutory obligations of the plant -safety, environmental, employment etc.
- Manage achievement of plant objectives and Key Performance Indicators.
- Manage, motivate, and develop plant personnel, including recruitment, training, discipline, goal setting, career and personal development.
- Manage plant quality and environmental systems.
- Coordinate plant activities on New Product Introduction and Projects, Communication with all relevant parties.
- Responsibility of serving the Customer Needs for products.
- Supervise effective plant administration including plant controls, stocks, purchases, plant reporting.
- Ensure full implementation and conformance with the Company’s code of conduct, policies, mission and values, at plant level.

**Qualifications**:

- University - Bachelor Degree or Equivalent, preferably in Mechanics, Engineering or Manufacturing
- 8-10 years’ work experience in industrial environment, such as manufacturing and / or assembly
- Engineering Experience, Experience in introduction processes of new products
- Experience in developing distribution concepts and building of distribution networks
- Knowledge of appropriate procedures for planning and optimizing logístical processes
- Knowledge and use of Lean Management
- Ability to work autonomously within the greater business team
- Ability to work with colleagues on all levels of the organization

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences.

That is why we in Switzerland are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”