Associate Director, Manufacturing

Becton, Dickinson and Company; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Becton, Dickinson and Company in Columbus, NE, seeks an experienced operations leader to manage production, staffing and strategy for a high-automation facility. You will drive safety, quality, delivery and cost objectives while building capability across the organization.

The role requires seven years of manufacturing operations experience, Lean Six Sigma knowledge, and strong leadership, communication and coaching abilities to lead a diverse team and partner with senior operations and HR.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or related field.
• Seven years of manufacturing operations experience in a highly automated environment.
• Direct supervision of production associates is required.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the plant leadership team and report to the plant manager.
• Oversee strategic planning, budgeting, quality initiatives and HR policy.
• Act as on-site operations leader for Columbus, focusing on safety, delivery and cost.
• Drive continuous improvement and capacity planning across manufacturing.

Skills

Leadership

Decision making

Coaching

Communication

Presentation

Team building

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

We are the people who give possibilities purpose 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.

Job Description

Position Summary: Responsible for production, operations strategy, staffing, and performance of operations in Columbus. Responsible for leading the overall activities involved in the production of high-quality products at or below established standard costs. Provides leadership in developing strategies to improve safety, quality, delivery and cost. Applies positive associate relations practices in accordance with plant policies. Builds organizational capability at all levels. Ensures compliance with BD quality systems, policies, procedures and best practices, and all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, policies and procedures. Regular, punctual attendance is an essential job function. Ability to read and write and converse in English. Willing and able to uphold BD Values.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Serves as a member of the plant leadership team reporting directly to the plant manager.
• Participates in all major plant activities including strategic planning, budgeting, quality initiatives, and HR policy.
• Serves as on-site leader of operations in Columbus.
• Focuses on productivity, technology, team effectiveness, and overall performance.
• Focuses department resources on safety, quality, delivery and cost.
• Works closely with the business leaders in the operational areas of demand/capacity planning, business strategy, manufacturing strategy, and technological advances.
• Drives continuous improvement projects for the business.
• Actively participates in critical supply chain efforts related to procurement, logistics and warehousing.
• Builds a highly capable, self-managed team to manage operations.
• Utilizes principles of empowerment, team effectiveness, variable pay, or similar initiatives to ensure a positive operating environment.
• Effectively manages capacity to ensure adequate production.
• Fully responsible for GMP and all related regulatory efforts utilized for the operations.
• Assures a clean and safe work place for associates.
• Leads special projects to drive strategic initiatives for the plant or business.
• Other duties as required to support the needs of the business.

Education

Education: Bachelor's Degree required.

Experience

• Seven years manufacturing operations experience in a highly automated environment required.
• Direct supervision of production associates required.
• Management experience with people leaders, hourly production associates and technical associates preferred.
• Understanding of Lean Six Sigma principles, required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Computer skills - Proficient Advanced level of leadership abilities -Proficient Decision making, and coaching skills required -Proficient Communication and presentation skills required - Proficient Advanced team building abilities -Proficient Strategic thinking required – Proficient PCP Level: N/A

Required Skills Optional Skills

Primary Work Location USA NE - Columbus (West) Additional Locations Work Shift

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Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to 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, and other legally protected characteristics.

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to 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, and other legally-protected characteristics.