Manager, Production Stewardship SME - Materials & Chemicals

Johnson & Johnson

Manager providing subject-matter expertise on materials and chemicals ensuring regulatory compliance at DePuy Synthes. Supporting global product stewardship activities and sustainability objectives.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeRaynham • Florida, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $174,000 - $423,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in product stewardship and regulatory compliance, with a strong focus on interpreting and applying chemical and material regulations. Proven ability to analyze complex data and drive continuous improvement initiatives in a cross-functional environment.

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Bachelor's Degree In ChemistryProduct StewardshipRegulatory ComplianceChemical ComplianceStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Regulatory AffairsMaterial Composition AnalysisChemical Data InterpretationProduct Safety AssessmentRegulatory SubmissionsCompliance DocumentationProcess ImprovementAudit SupportData Quality ManagementGlobal Chemical Regulations

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCollaboration SkillsCommunication Skills

Industry Keywords

Medical DevicesHealthcareRegulated IndustrySustainabilityCross-Functional Teams

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a subject-matter expert for product stewardship related to materials and chemicals, supporting regulatory compliance activities
Interpret and apply global, regional, and local chemical and material regulations (e.g., substance restrictions, disclosure requirements) to products and processes
Provide regulatory and technical guidance on material composition, chemical compliance, and product safety assessments
Partner with Regulatory Affairs, Quality, R&D, Supply Chain, and Sustainability teams to support product lifecycle decisions
Support regulatory submissions, responses, and documentation related to materials and chemical compliance
Monitor evolving chemical and material regulations and assess potential business and product impacts
Support internal and external audits, inspections, and compliance assessments related to product stewardship
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen product stewardship processes, data quality, and compliance governance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering, Regulatory Affairs, Environmental Science, or a related discipline (required)
Typically 6-8 years of progressive experience in product stewardship, regulatory affairs, materials compliance, or chemical compliance within a regulated industry
Strong knowledge of chemical and material regulatory requirements and product stewardship principles
Experience interpreting regulations and applying requirements to products and manufacturing processes
Ability to analyze complex material and chemical data and communicate impacts clearly to stakeholders
Experience in medical devices, healthcare, or other highly regulated industries (preferred)
Familiarity with global chemical regulations and reporting requirements (preferred)
Experience supporting regulatory audits or inspections related to materials or chemical compliance (preferred)
Experience working in a global or matrixed organization (preferred)
Demonstrated experience driving product stewardship or compliance process improvements (preferred)
Excellent analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills
Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills in a cross-functional environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k))
Eligible for long-term incentive program
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; 48 hours per calendar year for Colorado residents; 56 hours per calendar year for Washington residents
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 a child’s birth/adoption/foster care
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for immediate family member; 40 hours for 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