Sr. Manager, Manufacturing

bdx; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 154,000 - 247,000; Full time

Job summary

BD is seeking a Senior Manager, Manufacturing in Milpitas, CA to lead daily production operations, delivering safety, quality, on-time delivery, and cost objectives in a regulated environment. You will champion Lean and Six Sigma, drive continuous improvement, and use data-driven decision making to lift OEE, yield, and productivity.

Partnering with Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, and R&D, you will develop a high-performance team and ensure GMP/ISO compliance.

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of manufacturing experience, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience leading production teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems (SAP preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.
• Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, and R&D to optimize production flow.
• Lead, coach, and develop production supervisors and frontline teams.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Leadership

Problem-solving

ERP SAP

Communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

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

The Senior Manager, Manufacturing is responsible for leading daily manufacturing operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. This role drives execution excellence on the production floor while supporting manufacturing strategy, continuous improvement, and workforce development.

The Senior Manager partners closely with Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, and R&D to ensure efficient production flow, resolve operational challenges, and support business growth. This role is accountable for delivering consistent operational performance in a regulated manufacturing environment through Lean principles and data-driven decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Production Leadership & Execution

• Lead daily production operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.
• Drive accountability and execution discipline across all production areas.
• Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.
• Escalate and resolve operational issues impacting throughput or performance.

Operational Performance & Continuous Improvement

• Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives within production.
• Improve key metrics including OEE, yield, scrap, downtime, and labor efficiency.
• Implement structured problem-solving and root cause analysis to address production issues.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, and R&D to optimize production flow and resolve issues.
• Support new product introduction, process transfers, and ongoing operational improvements.
• Ensure alignment between production execution and broader site objectives.

Workforce Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop production supervisors and frontline teams.
• Drive workforce planning, staffing, and shift optimization.
• Build a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.

Quality, Regulatory & Safety Compliance

• Ensure compliance with GMP, ISO, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote a strong safety culture and adherence to environmental health and safety standards.
• Support audits, inspections, and corrective action implementation.

Performance Management & Metrics

• Establish and monitor production KPIs including output, efficiency, yield, and downtime.
• Utilize data and dashboards to track performance and drive improvements.
• Report production performance to site leadership and implement corrective actions as needed.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or related field
• 8-10+ years of manufacturing experience, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role
• Proven experience leading production teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems (SAP preferred)

Preferred

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or Business Administration
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt)
• APCIS CPIM certification
• PMP Project Management certification
• Experience with automation, digital manufacturing, or Industry 4.0 technologies

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.

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Primary Work Location

USA CA - Milpitas 155

Additional Locations

Work Shift

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

$154,100.00 - $246,600.00 USD Annual