CNC Engineering Technician II

Posted:
1/4/2026, 4:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Alajuela Province, Costa Rica

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level

Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com

Job Function:

Supply Chain Manufacturing

Job Sub Function:

Fabrication Operations

Job Category:

Business Enablement/Support

All Job Posting Locations:

Grecia, Costa Rica

Job Description:

SECTION 1: JOB SUMMARY*

 

  • Support engineering and operations staff in set-up, operation and troubleshooting of machining, finishing, cleaning and packaging equipment. Ensures appropriate records are maintained.

  • Execution of validation runs on various equipment to support qualification of new equipment installation, process improvements and cost reduction activities

  • This position supports the Orthopedics platform within J&J MedTech in manufacturing of orthopedic implants used in knee, hip and shoulder joint arthroplasty.

 

SECTION 2: DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES*

In accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws/regulations and Corporate Johnson & Johnson, procedures and guidelines, this position:

 

·       Operates and sets up manufacturing equipment which may include mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems.

·       Assists with the installation, setups, and changeovers of CNC machinery.

·       Tests and adjusts as needed.

·       Assists in the implementation of process improvements.

·       Assists with trouble report preparation for malfunctioning equipment.

·       Reads and interprets product technical drawings and conducts product inspection using common mechanical inspection equipment

·       Works with MRO and partner functions on to identify tooling and consumables in accordance with department procedures.

·       Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level

·       Responsible for following all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices as applicable.

·       Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures

·       Performs other duties assigned as needed

 

SECTION 3: EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION*

 

·       Technical Certificate

·       Generally, Requires 3 Years Work Experience.

·       Preferred ability to communicate effectively in English and Spanish across functions and both internally/externally

 

 

SECTION 4: REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES and AFFILIATIONS*

 

Required

 

·       Ability to learn and adhere to specific procedures according to the department training plan

·       Basic Computer skills (Microsoft Windows, Website navigation  required.

·       Able to work in an Clean Room environment requiring gowning.

·       Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills and be able to support cross functional teams including Quality, Operations & Engineering.

 

 

Preferred

 

·       6 months or more of work experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.

·       6 months basic experience in medical manufacturing

·       Training in machining, laser marking, metal finishing, cleaning or packaging operations.

·       The ability to read and interpret complex assembly drawings, electrical and pneumatic schematics preferred.

 

 

Required Skills:

 

 

Preferred Skills:

Accountability, Agile Manufacturing, Communication, Data Savvy, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Manufacturing Equipment, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT), Plant Operations, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Maintenance, Process Oriented, Quality Control (QC), Safety-Oriented, Structural Fabrication, Technologically Savvy, Time Management