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Manufacturing jobs in Costa Rica

At Johnson & Johnson in Costa Rica, you'll help manufacture the orthopaedic and electrophysiology products patients depend on—and grow your career as our operation grows. Join our teams in business, commercial and manufacturing roles based in Alajuela, Grecia and San José. Shape the future of healthcare. Be part of what’s next.

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Latest jobs

We turn ideas into medical technology that supports patients around the world. Explore current opportunities with our fast-growing operations in Grecia, Alajuela and San José.

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About our manufacturing facility in Costa Rica

Johnson & Johnson MedTech announced the Grecia, Alajuela manufacturing operation in 2023 to expand production capacity and strengthen supply chain efficiency and resilience, building on more than 40 years of operations in Costa Rica. At the time of the announcement, the site was expected to create approximately 3,000 potential jobs over three to five years. The site is designed to support products across J&J MedTech, with an emphasis on electrophysiology solutions and orthopaedic products.

Interested in medtech jobs in Costa Rica?

Explore career paths that support J&J Costa Rica, from quality and engineering to manufacturing, supply chain and business functions. Click the links below to browse the latest openings.

Business functions

Opportunities in finance, human resources, technology, communications and other enabling functions

Engineering 

Process, manufacturing, maintenance, utilities, automation and controls roles

Manufacturing operations

Production, assembly, supervision and manufacturing support roles

Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T)

Validation, product transfer and process development opportunities

Quality

Quality assurance, quality control, inspection and laboratory roles

Supply chain

Planning, procurement, logistics, warehouse and distribution roles

Our student programs

Internships

  • Designed for students approaching the completion of a university or technology program
  • Apply what you’re learning, gain practical experience and contribute to meaningful projects in a collaborative environment
  • Learn more about internships at J&J

Leadership development programs

  • Explore structured programs in business, finance, human resources, operations, sales, supply chain and technology
  • Program availability and eligibility requirements vary by role
  • Learn more about leadership development programs at J&J

Employee testimonials

For me, working at J&J MedTech in Costa Rica means...

...being part of an environment where I grow, take on challenges, and work with people who truly make a difference.

Alana S.
Trade Operations Senior Analyst, J&J MedTech, Costa Rica
Alana S is a trade ops senior analyst at J&J MedTech Costa Rica

Working at J&J MedTech is a dream come true.

Being part of an organization guided by a clear purpose and deeply rooted in Our Credo gave new meaning to my work. I feel privileged to contribute to projects that will improve the quality of life for millions of patients who trust our products.

Asdrubal M.
Staff Scientist / Microbiological Quality & Sterility Assurance, J&J MedTech, Costa Rica
Staff Scientist / Microbiological Quality & Sterility Assurance, J&J MedTech, Costa Rica

The culture at J&J not only drives us to grow...

...it also creates stories and shared experiences that help me understand why we are here, why we work with such passion, and why I am more and more excited each day to be part of this great organization.

Katherine B.
Specialist Technician, Manufacturing Process Improvement, J&J MedTech, Costa Rica
Katharine, Specialist Technician, Manufacturing Process Improvement

Our benefits

Creating a healthier world begins with caring for ourselves. Our employee benefits give you access to comprehensive and diverse offerings designed to support every aspect of your health and well-being.

Physical well-being

Feel better, do better. At Johnson & Johnson, we embrace a simple yet powerful belief: when you feel better, you perform better—in every aspect of your life.

Mental well-being

Your mind is top of our mind. We believe mental health is as important as physical health. This conviction drives us to design programs that encourage all employees to prioritize their mental well-being.

Emotional well-being

We nurture employees’ emotional well-being with a flexible hybrid work model, family care, and generous leave for parental, caregiver, bereavement and volunteer needs.

Financial well-being

Financial clarity for today, confidence in tomorrow. We understand this is a crucial component of overall health, which is why we offer an abundance of programs and resources aimed at improving your financial well-being.
Supply chain and manufacturing colleagues learning new skills for professional development in Costa Rica.

Develop new skills and grow your career at J&J MedTech

Grow your skills while helping build the future of medtech manufacturing in Costa Rica. Learn from colleagues across our global network, strengthen your technical expertise and contribute to operational excellence and medical technology innovation.

Life at J&J

Working with Johnson & Johnson isn’t just any job. It’s an invitation to align your career with transformational breakthroughs in health. Because we’re driven by a passion to achieve the best version of health for everyone, everywhere—and existing barriers aren’t going to break themselves. 

Join our LATAM talent community

J&J's LATAM talent community is the first place our recruiters look when they have a new role.

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