OPEX Co-Op

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com . As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit. Job Function: Career Programs Job Sub Function: Non-LDP Intern/Co-Op Job Category: Career Program All Job Posting Locations: Gurabo, Puerto Rico, United States of America Job Description: About Innovative Medicine 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). Purpose: This one‑year Co‑Op provides a structured, hands‑on opportunity to support Operational Excellence (OE) initiatives at Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine in Gurabo. The Operational Excellence Co‑Op will contribute to cross‑functional improvement projects that drive safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency using Lean, Six Sigma, and data‑driven problem solving. The role includes formal onboarding to J&J OE tools, mentorship, and opportunities to present results to site leadership. You will be responsible: 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 co‑facilitate cross‑functional 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). Qualifications / Requirements: 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 one‑year Co‑Op assignment for the requested term. Availability to work full‑time on‑site at Gurabo for the full one‑year term. Typical Projects / Deliverables 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,