PROCESS QUALITY TECHNICIAN

Ethicon is recruiting for a Process Quality Technician, located in Cornelia, GA! Ethicon, part of the Johnson & Johnson Medical Devices Companies, has made significant contributions to surgery for more than 60 years from creating the first sutures, to revolutionizing surgery with minimally invasive procedures. Our continuing dedication to Shape the Future of Surgery is built on our commitment to help address the world's most pressing health care issues and improve and save more lives. Through Ethicon's surgical technologies and solutions including sutures, staplers, energy devices, trocars and hemostats and our commitment to treat serious medical conditions like obesity and cancer worldwide, we deliver innovation to make a life-changing impact. For more information, visit www.ethicon.com. This role provides technical support to identify the causes for non-conformances and process failures and to implement corrections thus assuring process performance and compliance against Ethicon's QSR, GMP, and ISO requirements for the manufacturing process. The process quality technician is responsible for verifying that quality systems are properly utilized in manufacturing resulting in superior products and addresses instances where quality standards aren't met. Duties and Responsibilities: Under general direction and in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws/regulations and Corporate Johnson & Johnson, procedures and guidelines, this position: Carries out the nonconformance process including origination, bounding, product control, failure investigation, correction, and documentation within the non-conformance system. Applies failure analysis tools (i.e., 5M analysis) to conduct robust investigations. Analyzes data and recommends actions for process, equipment, and system improvement. Leads Kaizens with cross functional teams to assure causes of nonconformance are identified and understood and that sound corrective/preventive actions are implemented. Provides recommendations for the enhancement of processes and systems. Uses document change control system to update procedures and write protocols. Implements corrections and process improvements. Supports LEAN and Six Sigma Initiatives. Provides training and education to the manufacturing team(s) as needed. Supports internal and external audits and inspections. Performs inspections during production and provides feedback to supervisor and other relevant personnel regarding inspection results. Verifies that production associates perform activities according to production line and quality system procedures. Confirms that inspection is performed with appropriate sampling plans and procedures. Conducts complaint investigations as needed to support the complaint handling process. Other Responsibilities Use test equipment (Starett Gauge, Mitutoyo Gauge, Microscope, instron, etc.) where applicable. Maintains strong partnership with manufacturing, engineering, QA, and maintenance teams. Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level. Performs other duties assigned as needed. Qualifications Education: High school education or G.E.D. required Experience and Skills: Required: Two-Year technical degree in Sciences, Math, Applied Manufacturing Technology, similar related degree, equivalent formal training, or equivalent manufacturing experience related to job requirements. Strong computer skills and use of software application(s). Experience with Word and Excel required. Basic statistical and analytical problem-solving skills required. Proficient in the preparation of technical reports and presentations required. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Self-motivated and capable of completing job duties with limited supervision. Experience in the QSR/ISO regulated medical device operation required. Preferred: Experience with problem solving tools such as DMAIC, Fishbone Analysis, 5 Whys. Experience with Minitab software. Other: Language: English Limited travel of up 10% may be required to support business needs Work requirements: Scheduled work hours and overtime when needed Cognitive/Behavioral Abilities: Ability to work in a fast paced environment Ability to work and interact with co-workers to accomplish company goals in a team environment Leadership Skills Analytical/Problem Solving Skills Ability to communicate verbally and in writing Ability to learn Physical Working Conditions/Requirements: Standing (20%) Sitting (50%) Walking (30%) Lifting: Medium (16-30 lbs), Ground to Waist Repetitive Hand Motions: Simple Grasp, Computer Entry Overhead Work: Pushing Senses: Talking, Hearing, Hand & Eye Coordination Safety Tests and Medical Surveillance Requirements: Ergonomics Risk: Low Reproductive Health Concern Level: No Concern Vision Screening: Far Point Acuity, Near Point Acuity, Depth Perception, Color Perception We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and 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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. At Johnson & Johnson, we’re on a mission to change the trajectory of health for humanity. That starts by creating the world’s healthiest workforce. Through cutting-edge programs and policies, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our employees and the ones they love. As such, candidates offered employment must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or secure an approved accommodation prior to the commencement of employment to support the well-being of our employees, their families and the communities in which we live and work. Primary Location United States-Georgia-Cornelia-655 Ethicon Circle Organization Ethicon Inc. (6045) Job Function Quality Requisition ID 2206058795W