Manufacturing Unit Leader

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 Med Tech products per year - to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description As a Manufacturing Unit Leader, you'll be the driving force behind operational success, championing both people and processes to achieve remarkable results. This pivotal role combines strategic vision with hands-on execution to create a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

Strategic Accountability:
Take ownership of key strategic initiatives, operational targets, and functional goals that directly impact business success
Priority Management:
Orchestrate and drive all manufacturing unit activities with clear prioritization
Resource Optimization:
Develop and manage the manufacturing unit’s budget and staffing levels to ensure optimal resource allocation
Goal Setting & Communication:
Establish and communicate ambitious SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost) goals that inspire your team to excellence
Change Leadership:
Proactively initiate and champion change initiatives to ensure both short and long‑term SQDC goals are consistently achieved

Performance Cascading:
Transform high-level manufacturing targets into specific, actionable goals for individual lines, areas, and workplaces
TMS Cycle Management:
Lead the Total Manufacturing System cycle, providing clear 24‑hour direction for the entire manufacturing unit
DTM Leadership:
Spearhead Daily Team Management activities, creating effective work processes like Continuous Improvement Lists (CIL) and Control Lists (CL)
Improvement Programs:
Champion BDPS (Business Driven Production System) and CI (Continuous Improvement) initiatives throughout your manufacturing unit
Production Scheduling:
Partner with Logistics to establish production schedules and monitor delivery performance against targets
Leadership Excellence & Team Development
Operational Mastery:
Develop expertise in operations, people management, and Line Central Organization (LCO)
Floor Presence:
Spend over 50% of your time on the production floor, actively engaging with teams and processes
Leadership Impact:
Demonstrate sound leadership, reliable decision‑making, and appropriate ownership of organizational objectives
Team Development:
Mentor Line Central Organization to drive results through production excellence, associate capability development, and ownership
Problem Resolution:
Address manufacturing issues promptly while exemplifying servant leadership principles

High School Diploma/GED and 10 years manufacturing experience in a highly automated environment with demonstrated progressive and dynamic leadership experience OR Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Management, Engineering or a related field and 5 years manufacturing experience in a highly automated environment with demonstrated progressive and dynamic leadership experience
Experience with the industry standard of cell structured organizations. 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.

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