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We are searching for the best talent for Operational Excellence Co-Op to be in Añasco, PR.

• The typical Co-op term is from January to December, 2026
• Full time requirement (40 hours per week)

Purpose:

Johnson & Johnson Vision brings together cutting-edge insights, science, technology and people to encourage professionals and patients to proactively preserve and enhance sight for life. The Coop Engineering Candidate will be managing and deploying optimal manufacturing practices by developing and implementing, efficiency improvement projects and initiatives following Good Manufacturing Practices and Quality Control Procedures to ensure that manufactured products meet a particular set of standards as of Optimal Capacity, Yield, Layouts, Process Steps, Cost improvement projects and introduction of New Technologies.

This position is required to support Operational Excellence (OpEX) Department to improve efficiency in a high volume medical device production environment, increase process capabilities, improve process, continual improvement mentality and help the site to achieve the Business Goals and Objectives. As well as devise effective ways that provide workers, machines, material information and continuous improvement culture; and make Intraocular Lens (IOL's) process more faster and efficient, with the minimum variation and waste.

Students with interests in the areas of processes & manufacturing, engineering, lean/six sigma methodologies, production simulation modeling/analysis, validation, automation, systems, hands on testing and many other technologies can gain broad exposure to our products in the J& J Surgical Vision. Our Coop Roles encourage college students to explore their professional interests while working on real business projects. Our goal is to bring engineering students academic topics to life, give an opportunity to see what job opportunities are possible, have on hands experience and prepare each student for a potential full-time position after graduation into one of our exciting leadership programs or direct hire roles.

Expert leaders mentor student contributions and support their technical and professional development during coop/internships. In addition to valuable work experience, students can also have the opportunity to build leadership and functional skills through leadership exposure, training workshops, presentation skills, communicating in the workplace at different levels and other enriching topics.

You will be responsible for:

• Execute designated Continues Improvement Activities, Projects or Analysis to Improve Efficiency, Productivity, Process Flow, 5S, Floor Space, among others.
• Use of Lean & Six Sigma Principles to minimize waste and improve productivity within manufacturing operation among others.
• Provide new insights, prepare presentations, perform time studies, propose new layouts, Engineering test protocols and reports.
• Perform Data Collection, Simulation Modeling and Analysis.
• Support Regular Engineers on Project activities related.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Completion of Undergraduate Freshman year at an accredited University is required.
• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Chemical, or related Engineering fields.
• Have a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher, which is reflective of all college coursework.
• Requires fluency in Spanish and English; must have excellent ability to write in English and Spanish.
• Engineering Courses align to process or product improvement.
• Capable of performing critical thinking analysis and reports using Statistical Analysis, Graphics, Drawings, Flowcharts, Proposed layouts of Processing Areas and any other analytical tools.
• Computer Software knowledge and Experience: Minitab®, Microsoft Power Point, Microsoft Project®, Microsoft Office®, Windows®, Visio®, Microsoft Teams and ZOOM.
• 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.

Preferred:

• Knowledge in Power BI is a plus.
• Previous Experience in Medical Device, Pharma or Biomedical Industry.
• Lean/SixSigma Certification or Courses.
• Experience in Gemba, Kaizen Events.
• Valid PR Driver's license.

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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