Sr. Director, Plant Manager - Sandy

Becton Dickinson; Sandy (UT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Becton, Dickinson, and Company in Sandy, Utah, seeks a Plant Director to steer manufacturing operations for infusion therapy catheters and other medical devices. You will lead site strategy, drive safety improvements, and develop a high-performing team to meet production and quality goals.

The role requires 10+ years manufacturing leadership in medical devices, strong Lean/Six Sigma and regulatory knowledge, and a proven track record of cost, quality, and schedule delivery optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Science, Engineering, Industrial Management, or a related field.
• MBA or Engineering graduate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and strategic direction to support business and operational goals with a zero-loss mindset.
• Establish and maintain a culture focused on employee safety and continuous improvement.
• Foster development and engagement; implement workforce development plans aligned with site strategy.

Skills

Leadership

Lean or Six Sigma

Regulatory standards (OSHA EPA ISO GMP

People development

Effective communication

Decision-making

Team-building

Adaptability

Decisive action

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Science/Engineering/Industrial Management

MBA or Engineering graduate degree

Job description

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.

This role directs the BD Sandy Plant in the manufacturing of infusion therapy catheters and other medical devices. The position is responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction, driving continuous manufacturing improvement, supporting new product launches, and developing employees through training, education, and engagement. The role also supports the Vice President, Integrated Supply Chain in developing manufacturing strategies and participates in platform and core teams to achieve business and operational objectives.

Living the BD Way

The BD Way represents the organization’s purpose, values, leadership commitments, and focus on excellence and accountability.

Purpose: Advancing the world of health

Values: Standards guiding behavior

Leadership Commitments: Expectations for leading self, work, and teams

BD Excellence Mindset: Continuous improvement focus

Key responsibilities

• Site Strategy: Provide leadership and strategic direction to support business and operational goals with a zero-loss mindset.
• Safety: Establish and maintain a culture focused on employee safety and continuous improvement.
• People Development: Foster an environment that promotes employee empowerment, development, and engagement. Implement workforce development plans aligned with site strategy.
• Leadership Management: Lead and coach the plant leadership team. Ensure clear development goals, provide support, and manage organizational changes when required.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all local, national, and international regulations and company policies.
• Facility Management: Oversee maintenance of buildings, equipment, and infrastructure in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.
• EHS Compliance: Promote environmental, health, and safety compliance aligned with legal standards and best practices.
• Financial Management: Develop and manage annual budgets, monitor financial performance, and ensure accurate accounting and reporting.
• Plant Representation: Represent the Sandy plant in legal, regulatory, and community engagements. Maintain a positive organizational image.
• Supply Chain Coordination: Partner with global supply chain teams to meet production capacity and ensure timely execution of projects.
• Quality Management: Ensure products meet quality standards and customer requirements. Support audits and ensure timely completion of corrective actions (CAPA).
• Additional Duties: Perform other responsibilities as required to support business needs.

Supervision

This position is responsible for supervising a small team consisting of approximately 1 to 10 individuals. The role primarily focuses on overseeing people leaders within the organization rather than directly managing exempt or hourly associates.

Deliverables

• Maintain a safe working environment
• Achieve organizational goals and commitments
• Meet targets related to safety, cost, quality, and production capacity

Education and Experience Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Science, Engineering, Industrial Management, or a related field. Preferred: MBA or Engineering graduate degree.

Experience: Minimum 10 years of manufacturing experience (medical device industry preferred). At least 8 years in leadership roles, including multi-level management. Experience with Lean, Kaizen, or continuous improvement methodologies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong manufacturing and business knowledge
• Effective communication skills
• Coaching and leadership capabilities
• Sound decision-making and judgment
• Knowledge of regulatory standards (OSHA, EPA, ISO, GMP)
• Team-building capability
• Lean or Six Sigma expertise
• Ability to take decisive action
• Ability to adapt to challenges

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

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Primary Work Location

USA UT - Sandy

Work Shift

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.