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Job Description

We are the makers of possible

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

This leader directs the BD Sandy Plant in the manufacture of infusion therapy catheters and other medical devices. Provides leadership for customer satisfaction, continuous manufacturing improvement, new product launches and the development of employees through training, education and involvement. Supports the Vice President, Integrated Supply Chain in the development of manufacturing plans and strategies. Participates and supports various Platform and Core teams to achieve manufacturing and business objectives.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1.   Site strategy: provide leadership and visionary concepts for development of strategies for the site that support business and operations goals and objectives with a zero loss mindset.

2.   Safety: foster and maintain a culture that prioritizes associate safety and create and operate systems to drive continuous improvements in this area.

3.   People development: develop an environment that influences and encourages associate empowerment, development, involvement and commitment. Develop and implement resource development plan in support of the site development strategy.

4.   Manage plant leadership team: provide proper coaching and management to the plant leadership team. Ensure that clear individual development objectives are defined and met and that required individual support is provided. Manage required changes if necessary, to support the site ramp up plan.

5.   Ensure compliance with regulatory policies and standard: manage compliance activities to ensure that the facility meets all regulatory agency requirements on the local, state and international levels. Coordinate compliance programs as deemed necessary to ensure proper direction and adherence to Company policies and procedures

.6.   Meet with all regulation regarding facility management: responsible for the maintenance of all buildings, facilities and equipment in accordance with established company policies and governmental/local agency regulations. Ensure respect of all national, regional or local policies, procedures and other permitting process as it relates to facility and construction management.

7.   EHS compliance: promote & maintain awareness and compliance of Environment Health and Safety rules and regulation in accordance with best practice and legal requirement.

8.   Direct the establishment of the yearly budgets and goals for all activities within each department. Communicate, monitor and control the budgets throughout the planned period, to ensure goals are met and variances are controlled. Responsible for the accounting and financial reporting of the Sandy plant activity per company policy

9.   Represent Sandy plant: as Sr. Director of the Sandy plant ensure proper representation of the plant in all legal, tax and any regulatory affairs as it concerns plant. Ensure that the proper image of the plant and BD is established and maintained locally. Develop and implement the required action plan and strategy to build and maintain the plant and BD image within the community at local or regional level as well as part of the required professional or political organizations.

10. Work closely with the WW Supply Chain organizations for establishing and meeting production capacity objectives for the plant. Ensure that capacity ramp up plan, product and/or technology project are performed on time.

11. Responsible for the overall quality of the products manufactured at Sandy, UT Plant, ensure that products meet the customer/business specifications and requirement, ensure that audits are run in optimal manner and ensure that all CAPA are defined, captured and completed as promised. Promote and lead a culture of Quality within the plant.

12. Other duties as required to support the needs of the business

Requirements

• BA/BS Degree Required in Business, Science, Engineering, Industrial Management or related field
• MBA or Master's preferred

Minimum Experience:

• 10 years broad industrial manufacturing experience; medical device manufacturing preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years in a leadership role, including leading multiple layers of management.
• Kaizen and/or Lean experience
• Manufacturing business knowledge

• Communication skills, coaching skills, teambuilding skills, and decision making skills
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgement
• Regulatory compliance knowledge (OSHA, EPA, ISO, GMP)
• Six Sigma or Lean knowledge

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

You will learn and work alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time. And through the organization’s investment in BD University, you will continually level up your tech skills and expertise.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place. 

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

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