Senior Manager, EHSS Assurance, Strategy, Standards, OE

Sr. Manager leading EHSS Assurance, Strategy, Standards, and Operational Excellence initiatives at DePuy Synthes.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeRaynham • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $122,000 - $245,000 per yearWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and evolve EHSS Assurance, Strategy, Standards, and Operational Excellence initiatives across the organization.
Establish, deploy, and sustain global standards, policies, and governance models aligned with regulatory and internal requirements.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using OE, Lean, and Six Sigma principles to improve quality, efficiency, and compliance outcomes.
Partner cross-functionally with R&D, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Regulatory, and Commercial teams to embed quality by design and risk-based decision making.
Lead preparation for and execution of internal, external, and regulatory audits, ensuring timely remediation and sustained compliance.
Monitor and analyze quality performance metrics and trends to proactively identify risks and improvement opportunities.
Provide people leadership, coaching, and development for quality and OE team members, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Serve as a key quality leader supporting strategic initiatives, transformations, and business integrations.

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required (Engineering, Life Sciences, EHSS, or related discipline)
Typically 8 -10 years of progressive experience in EHSS, or Operational Excellence roles within a regulated industry (medical device, pharmaceutical, or healthcare preferred)
Demonstrated experience leading EHSS strategy, standards, and continuous improvement initiatives at a regional or global level
Strong knowledge of EHSS systems, regulatory requirements, and audit processes (e.g., OSHA, ISO, global health authorities)
Proven people leadership experience, including coaching, performance management, and team development
Preferred: Experience supporting global or enterprise-wide EHSS transformations
Hands-on experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or Operational Excellence deployment
Prior experience in orthopedic, medical device, or highly regulated manufacturing environments
Experience partnering with senior leadership on EHSS governance and strategy
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk-based decision-making skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder-influencing skills across levels and functions
Language requirements: English required.
Travel: Limited; up to 20%, domestic and international.
Certifications (preferred): Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, or equivalent EHSS certifications.

Comp & perks

Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year

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Hard Skills & Tools

EHSS Systems KnowledgeContinuous Improvement InitiativesAudit Process ManagementQuality Metrics AnalysisRisk-Based Decision Making

Soft Skills

Coaching and Performance ManagementExcellent Communication SkillsStakeholder Influencing

Certifications

Lean Six Sigma Black BeltEHSS Certifications