Job Description Summary

In this dynamic role, you'll lead impactful problem-solving programs, optimize processes, and drive waste reduction strategies that deliver measurable results. You'll facilitate engaging kaizen events supporting SQDC initiatives while redesigning workstations for maximum efficiency and safety. Your expertise will revolutionize our production environment through innovative fixture design, ergonomic improvements, and data-driven BOM analysis. This position offers the perfect blend of technical analysis and hands-on implementation for someone passionate about creating lasting operational improvements.

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. 

 Job Responsibilities:

• Be a Change Catalyst: Drive organizational transformation by ensuring the right skills, tools, and resources are in place to optimize performance while championing culture change and process transformation.
• Lead with Influence: Leverage your exceptional leadership skills to tackle complex challenges, with a laser focus on enhancing quality, compliance, service metrics, and financial outcomes.
• Apply Cutting-Edge Methodologies: Showcase your expertise in Continuous Improvement approaches like Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other transformative techniques.
• Solve Complex Manufacturing Puzzles: Take ownership of challenging manufacturing processes and problems, applying systematic and methodical approaches to find innovative solutions.
• Embrace Technological Innovation: Stay at the forefront of industry developments, comprehending and implementing new technologies.
• Mentor and Develop Talent: Guide technical and engineering personnel on Continuous Improvement projects, providing expert support, coaching, and mentorship.

• Architect Our Improvement Strategy: Design and implement comprehensive continuous improvement initiatives including:
  • Creating powerful metrics and measurement systems that drive accountability
  • Facilitating cost-saving A3 processes that impact the bottom line
  • Spearheading project management for continuous improvement initiatives
  • Building cross-functional collaboration, engagement, and ownership
• Partner with Leadership: Work alongside key stakeholders to identify strategic business opportunities and support achievement of critical business goals.
• Drive Performance Excellence: Analyze performance trends to catalyze improvements and establish manufacturing consistency.
• Collaborate Across Departments: Work with managers and leaders to identify priorities and implement the most effective methods for process and culture transformation.
• Elevate Communication: Effectively communicate business challenges and opportunities to senior leadership to ensure alignment and support.
• Champion Problem-Solving: Implement systematic approaches to problem-solving and root cause analysis that eliminate issues at their source.
• Innovate Product Introductions: Participate in new product launches and transfers, with a keen eye for identifying and eliminating waste before it becomes embedded.
• Build an Improvement Culture: Engage, train, and coach employees at all levels to become passionate champions of continuous improvement processes.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a Core Engineering field
• Five (5) years of Operational Excellence experience in a regulated manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification

Knowledge and Skills:

• Root Cause Analysis, Waste Reduction, and OEE/Productivity assessment

• Documenting and conducting Time Studies

• AutoCAD

• Applying LEAN methodologies and FMEA analysis

• SAP environment and data integration management

• Agile Methodology

• Project Management

• Demonstrated success in several significant savings and cultural change projects.
• Ability to solve problems and conflicts, work well with others and demonstrate teamwork.
• Customer focus, innovative, results oriented.
• Demonstrates a solid work ethic and positive demeanor/attitude.
• Lives the “continuous improvement” philosophy and can motivate change successfully
• Ability to influence others

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.

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.  

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 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 MD - Hunt Valley

Additional Locations

Work Shift

At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates—their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You.

Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and any step rate pay system of the actual work location, as applicable to the role or position. Salary or hourly pay ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles.

Salary Range Information

$113,400.00 - $186,900.00 USD Annual