About the role#
This one-year co-op provides a structured, hands-on opportunity to support Operational Excellence initiatives at Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine in Gurabo. You will contribute to cross-functional projects that drive safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency. The role includes formal onboarding to operational tools, mentorship, and opportunities to present results to site leadership.
What you'll do#
- Support the planning and execution of process improvement activities to reduce waste and improve flow, quality, and safety.
- Collect, cleanse, analyze, and visualize operational metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
- Assist in root cause analysis, develop countermeasures, and track implementation.
- Create and update standard work, value stream maps, and process maps.
- Design, build, and maintain visual management boards and performance dashboards.
- Facilitate cross-functional team meetings and prepare status updates for leadership.
- Ensure project activities align with site safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
What you'll need#
- Completion of at least 3 years of undergraduate study.
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Business Analytics, or a related field.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables and formulas.
- Strong analytical capability and a problem-solving mindset.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work full-time on-site.
Location & details#
- Location: Gurabo, Puerto Rico.
- Modality: This is an on-site position.
- Term: Full-time for one year, spanning from January 2027 through January 2028.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
- Note: Candidates must be permanently authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment visa sponsorship.
About Johnson & Johnson
Johnson & Johnson is a public company based in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Founded in 1886, it operates within the hospitals and health care industry. The company focuses on medical devices, diagnostics, and pharmaceuticals. It employs over 133,000 people across its global offices.
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