Associate Director, Human Resources

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Job Description

Summary:

The Associate Director, Human Resources is responsible for providing HR leadership and support to two BD Worldwide Business Units in Nebraska across three sites (Columbus – West, Columbus – East and Holdrege). Reporting to the MDS ISC HR leader, the position will reside at Columbus – West and act as the HR Partner to the Plant Manager and the operational HR Site Leader for approximately 1,200 associates.

The role also provides HR leadership across two additional Medical Segment sites in Nebraska, influencing the design and implementation of HR processes and ensuring compliance with BD quality systems and applicable regulations.

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it takes imagination and passion from all of us to transform the impossible into possible solutions.

We believe the human element across our global teams allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment where you’ll be supported to learn, grow, and become your best self as a maker of possible.

• People Leadership:
  Lead a team of HR professionals accountable for HR service delivery across four locations.
• Organizational Effectiveness & Development:
  Work with client leaders to execute annual BD Human Resources processes including HR Planning (Succession Planning), Performance Development & Management, and Compensation.
• Talent Acquisition:
  Oversee talent acquisition strategy with RPO, ensuring staffing requirements and building talent pipelines.
• Compensation:
  Consult with managers and Total Rewards on pay‑related decisions and align rewards with performance.
• Performance Management:
  Drive the annual performance management process, coach leaders, and ensure legal compliance.
• Process Champion & Special Projects:
  Lead or participate in HR process improvements and site‑wide projects, including CI activities.
• Other duties as required to support business needs.

• Bachelor’s degree required, HR management or relevant field preferred.
• Master’s degree preferred, HR management or relevant field preferred.

• 10+ years progressive HR experience with at least 5 in a generalist role covering change management, organizational development, policy, recruitment, compensation, employment law, employee relations, performance management, HRIS, or training.
• 4+ years leading HR professionals.
• Experience supporting a diverse client group including manufacturing and non‑manufacturing clients.
• SPHR or PHR certification preferred.

On‑site collaboration is paramount. Most roles require a minimum of 4 days in the office per week. Remote or field‑based arrangements may vary. Employment may be contingent upon proof of full COVID‑19 vaccination; accommodations considered per law.

• Competitive pay with Daily Pay access.
• Healthcare coverage: HSA Basic Medical Plan, 100% preventive care, dental and vision at group rates.
• Paid parental leave up to 6 weeks.
• Adoption assistance plan.
• 401(k) plan with 75¢/$ matched by BD up to 6% of compensation.
• Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Discounted home, auto and pet insurance.
• Paid holidays and vacation pro‑rated.

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your contributions, encourages authenticity, holds each other accountable, and learns every day. We welcome imaginative, driven people to reinvent the future of health and help make the world a better place.

To learn more about BD visit https://.

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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