Manufacturing Unit Leader Job City of Glens Falls New York USA,Manufacturing / Production

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Job Description

The Manufacturing Unit Leader has overall responsibility for the people, processes, and production activities within a designated Manufacturing Unit and is accountable for achieving Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) objectives. This role leads operational execution, drives continuous improvement through BD Excellence, develops team capabilities, and fosters a culture of accountability, engagement, and high performance. The Manufacturing Unit Leader is responsible for designated product lines, including setting goals, making decisions, allocating resources, and driving results while ensuring compliance with BD quality systems, policies, procedures, and all applicable safety and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Operations Leadership:
Lead daily manufacturing operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
Coordinate and prioritize manufacturing activities to ensure efficient, reliable, and compliant production performance.
Partner with Planning to establish production schedules and monitor performance against delivery commitments.
Translate manufacturing unit objectives into clear goals and expectations for teams and individual contributors.
Monitor operational performance metrics and implement corrective actions to address gaps and improve results.
Resolve production, staffing, and operational issues in a timely manner to minimize disruption and maintain business continuity.
Maintain a strong presence on the manufacturing floor, spending more than 50% of work time supporting operations, coaching employees, and driving performance.
People Leadership & Team Development:
Lead, coach, mentor, and develop a high-performing manufacturing team aligned with BD Values.
Establish clear performance expectations and measurable objectives for team members.
Conduct regular one-on-one meetings, annual performance reviews, and ongoing development discussions.
Create and maintain individual development plans that support employee growth and succession planning.
Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, ownership, and continuous learning.
Partner with Human Resources to address employee relations matters and support workforce development initiatives.
Ensure timely and accurate assessments of hourly associates.
Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence:
Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance.
Lead daily management and Tier Management System (TMS) activities to drive accountability and operational execution.
Oversee Daily Team Maintenance (DTM) processes and support the development of standard work practices, including cleaning, inspection, lubrication, and centerline management activities.
Support and facilitate implementation of BD Excellence tools, methodologies, and continuous improvement practices.
Lead and support change initiatives that improve operational effectiveness and help achieve both short- and long-term business objectives.
Business & Financial Management:
Develop, manage, and maintain manufacturing budgets, staffing plans, and headcount requirements.
Monitor financial performance and identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce waste, and optimize costs.
Ensure resources are aligned to achieve operational goals…