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Manufacturing Unit Leader-March 2024
Sandy
Mar 28, 2026
About Manufacturing Unit Leader

  Job Description Summary

  The Manufacturing Unit Leader will have overall ownership of production, processes, and people included in the respective Manufacturing Unit and will be fully responsible to deliver upon SQDC targets, to eliminate losses in the area through BDPS and to grow the capability of the team. This role has responsibility for the designated product line including setting goals, making decisions, and driving accountability toward department objectives in the designated Manufacturing Unit. Ensures compliance with BD quality systems, policies, procedures and best practices, and all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, policies and procedures. Regular, punctual attendance is an essential job function. Ability to read and write and converse in English. Willing and able to uphold BD Values.

  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.

  Living the BD Values

  We Accept Personal Responsibility

  We consider individual involvement and accountability to be both a right and a privilege.

  We accept personal responsibility for everything we do.

  We treat the company’s reputation as our own and try to make wise use of our time and the company’s resources.

  We expect access to the tools and information necessary to participate in any decisions that will reflect on our collective or individual reputations.

  We Treat Each Other With Respect

  We act with respect toward each other and toward those with whom we interact.

  We disagree openly and honestly, and deal with our differences professionally. Once we have made a decision, we act together in harmony.

  We Always Seek To Improve

  Superior quality is the “ground floor” of our organization. Upon it we continually strive to improve by developing, manufacturing and supplying products and services superior to our competitors’ and better than the previous one.

  We study our progress and learn from ourselves and others how to do things more effectively and efficiently.

  Our commitment to quality goes beyond how well we serve our customers to include the way we deal with all people.

  How we do things is as important to us as what we do.

  We Do What Is Right

  We are committed to the highest standards of excellence in everything that we do: on behalf of our customers, our shareholders, our communities and ourselves.

  We are proud to work for a health care company whose products and services make a difference in people’s lives.

  We drive our greatest sense of accomplishment from doing what is right – not what is expedient.

  We are reliable, honest and trustworthy in all our dealings. We keep our promises and if we make a mistake we put it right.

  RESPONSIBILITIES

  Responsibilities include, but are not limited, to:

  Accountable for the achievement of key strategic, operational and functional goals.

  Developing and mentoring the manufacturing unit to drive results by focusing on production, associate capability development and ownership.

  Coordinates and drives all activities within the manufacturing unit and sets priorities.

  Responsible to develop and manage the manufacturing unit’s budget and headcount levels.

  Coordinates the establishment and communication of challenging SQDC goals. Translates manufacturing unit targets into lines / areas / workplaces and ensures that each associate understands what is expected from them with documented individual, specific and measurable targets.

  Initiates and drives change to ensure that short and long term SQDC goals for the lines / areas under responsibility are being met.

  Resolves issues in the line and for the manufacturing unit in a timely manner, while displaying servant leadership. Manages the team in line with BD values.

  Runs the TMS cycle for the lines/areas and sets the 24-hour direction for the manufacturing unit;

  Does yearly performance reviews of the team and ensures every individual has an active development plan in place and does regular 1:1s with each team member to review performance and help them to grow.

  Leads DTM activities being responsible for creating of DTM work processes (e.g., CIL, CL etc.)

  Facilitates other BDPS/CI activities and programs within the manufacturing unit.

  Collaborate with Logistics to establish production schedules, monitor delivery performance versus schedule.

  Ensures regular, timely, and accurate assessments of hourly associates are delivered through coaching activities.

  Works with associates to resolve issues and concerns; involves HR when needed.

  Builds his/her own mastery in the operation, people management and BDPS.

  Spends more than 50% of the time on the production floor overseeing activities within the manufacturing unit.

  Other duties as required to support the needs of the business.

  COMPETENCIES

  Promotes an Inclusive Work Environment

  Practices zero tolerance for inappropriate behavior and does not allow derogatory comments/inappropriate jokes to go un-addressed.

  Manages all kinds of differences as defined in BD’s Diversity Statement.

  Deals effectively with all races, nationalities, cultures, physical abilities, ages and both sexes.

  Drive for Results

  Can be counted on to achieve goals successfully.

  Is constantly and consistently a performer who adds value.

  Action Oriented

  Demonstrates willingness and commitment to work hard.

  Not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning.

  Takes decisive action when needed.

  Teamwork

  Listens effectively (actively listens).

  Constructively responds to points of view expressed by others.

  Gives others the benefit of the doubt.

  Provides support to those who need it.

  Recognizes the interests and achievements of others.

  Managing, Leading, and Developing People

  Demonstrates personal accountability for effectively managing the performance of his/her associates.

  Conducts effective performance discussions; plans and writes quality performance appraisals.

  Provides challenging and stretching tasks and assignments.

  Coaches associates to apply skills they already possess to new or complex situations.

  Uses internal development resources and processes to actively participate in the development of associates.

  Provides relevant, current, direct, complete, and “actionable” positive and corrective feedback to others.

  DELIVERABLES

  Exhibits sound leadership, reliable decision making, and appropriate ownership of organizational objectives and results.

  Perform job duties to meet operational objectives (i.e. safety, quality, production, waste, etc.)

  Effectively supervises and develops others to build a high performing operations team.

  SUPERVISION

  This position has the following level of supervision:

  Other People Leaders: Small Team (1-10)

  Exempt Associates: Small Team (1-10)

  Hourly Associates: None

  EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  This position has the following minimum educational requirements:

  High School Diploma/GED: Required

  BA/BS Degree in Science, Industrial management, Engineering or a related field with 5 years of manufacturing experience in a highly automated environment and 3 years of people leading experience required OR 10 years manufacturing experience with demonstrated progressive and dynamic leadership experience,

  Must be familiar with the industry standard of cell structured organizations.

  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/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of 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, or any other protected status.

  PDN

  Primary Work Location

  USA UT - Sandy

  Additional Locations

  Work Shift

  Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of 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, or any other protected status.

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