Manufacturing Team Lead

Becton Dickinson; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards program

Job summary

Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD) in Massachusetts is seeking a Manufacturing Team Lead to oversee daily operations for Arista and Aspen lines. You will coordinate workflow, train operators, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery on the factory floor.

The role requires 2+ years in manufacturing, strong leadership, and familiarity with lean tools. On‑site work is expected with 4 days in the facility per week, with a transition to a second shift after training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years manufacturing experience in a regulated environment.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Medical device manufacturing experience preferred.
• Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook proficiency.
• Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assign and coordinate daily work activities based on production priorities.
• Monitor workflow and staffing throughout the shift and communicate resource needs.
• Support schedule attainment and daily production goals.
• Ensure adherence to cGMP, SOPs, and quality requirements.
• Train, onboard, and cross-train operators.
• Support safety initiatives and maintain a clean manufacturing environment.
• Participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement activities.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for day-to-day operational issues.
• Coordinate with Quality, Engineering, Materials, and Maintenance.
• Assist in production activities as business needs require.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Training

Lean Manufacturing

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Job Description Summary / Purpose of Position

The Manufacturing Team Lead is responsible for supporting the daily execution of manufacturing operations within the Arista and Aspen product lines. This position serves as the primary shop floor resource for operators by coordinating workflow, supporting training activities, ensuring adherence to quality and safety requirements, and escalating issues that impact performance, quality, or service. The Team Lead works closely with the Operations Supervisor to achieve Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Productivity (SQDIP) objectives while fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Training Shift : 1st Shift 6 am to 2:30 pm M-F ( After the training period , 2nd shift schedule will be followed)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assign and coordinate daily work activities based on production priorities.


• Monitor workflow and staffing throughout the shift and communicate resource needs.


• Support schedule attainment and daily production goals.


• Ensure adherence to cGMP, SOPs, and quality requirements.


• Train, onboard, and cross-train operators.


• Support safety initiatives and maintain a clean manufacturing environment.


• Participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement activities.


• Serve as the primary escalation point for day-to-day operational issues.


• Coordinate with Quality, Engineering, Materials, and Maintenance.


• Assist in production activities as business needs require.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.


• Minimum 2 years manufacturing experience in a regulated environment.


• Strong communication and leadership skills.


• Medical device manufacturing experience preferred.


• Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook proficiency.


• Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement experience preferred.

Key Relationships

• Manufacturing Operators


• Operations Supervisor


• Operations Manager


• Quality Engineering and Quality Assurance


• Manufacturing Engineering


• Buyer/Planner and Materials Team


• Maintenance and Training Coordinator

Scope and Impact

This position directly impacts daily production execution, safety performance, training effectiveness, product quality, and schedule attainment within the Arista and Aspen manufacturing areas. The Team Lead serves as a critical link between production personnel and leadership. At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting. 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.

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Why Join Us?

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 healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success. To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

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.

Required Skills Optional Skills . Primary Work Location USA MA - Woburn Additional Locations Work Shift PR 200pm-1030pm M-F (United States of America)

At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs. You can learn more on our career site under "Our Commitment to You." Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed. Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role.

Salary Range Information

Salary Range Information $29.80 - $47.70 USD Hourly

We are the #MakersofPossible Working together, we make products that patients, families and their healthcare professionals rely on. We do this because we are committed to advancing the world of health™. But it takes the imagination and passion of all of us at BD, from manufacturing to marketing, to look at the impossible and find solutions that turn dreams into possibilities with real‑life health benefits for people today, tomorrow and beyond. We make this happen, together. We are the makers of possible.

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.