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Shift Leader

Onsite, Canaan, CT

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Job ID
R-551851
Category
Operations
Location
Canaan, Connecticut

Build a manufacturing career grounded in teamwork and real-world impact

At BD, Manufacturing professionals produce the medical technologies patients and clinicians rely on every day. You'll work hands-on with advanced equipment, follow rigorous quality and safety standards and play a direct role in delivering reliable supply chains for healthcare systems around the world.

Whether you're an experienced operator or building your technical skillset, BD offers a supportive environment, clear expectations and opportunities to grow – all within a company committed to doing work that matters. And as one of the largest global medical technology companies, you'll contribute to manufacturing at a scale that strengthens healthcare systems worldwide, advancing care where it's needed most.

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 MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

  • Promptly address any safety issues or incidents.

  • Manage and track attendance, vacation, PTO ect…Keep up on any needed performance management.

  • Responsible for staffing and training plans within line(s) for assigned shift.

  • Daily touchpoints with line associates to support the Run to Excellence program. This includes but is not limited to Safety, Quality, AM defect tagging, 5S, CILTs, Centerlining, TPM, breakdowns, and top losses. - ESOs

  • Provide regular, timely, and specific feedback to associates in addition to monthly formal 1:1’s

  • Ensure an open flow of communication exists between production associates and management.  Represent concerns of production associates to management, as well as management concerns to production associates.

  • Support timely resolution of issues on the line, demonstrating servant leadership and adhering to BD Values.

  • Proactively anticipate and address problems before they impact production.

  • Prepare and run Tier 1 production meeting and ensure alignment with the Line Centric Organization (LCO) team.

  • Ensure fair and consistent application of company and departmental policies and practices. Works with associates to resolve employee relations issues and concerns; involves HR when needed.

  • Ensure the Pit Stops and CILTs are executed as expected and daily targets, goals and issues are updated on the Tier 1 boards.

  • Ensures that all line resources are properly focused to support any quality or line issues as they occur. This includes prioritizing and leading proper root cause investigation and containment as problems arise.

  • Required to spend 100% of their time out on the production floor except for when required to attend necessary meetings or hold performance related conversations with associates.

  • Communicate results and escalate issues to the Line Leader.

  • Responsible for accurate material management, work order set up, reconciliation, and cycle counts as needed.

  • Conduct daily batch reviews (DHRs).

  • Ensure accuracy of quality checks and work order documentation. (Prevent and resolve QDNs for your lines)

  • Work daily in collaboration with all support roles and functions, including Quality, Maintenance, and others as necessary. Build a strong cross-functioning team.

  • Coordinates headcount and ensures sampling is supported as needed on their lines and in support of other lines in the department (This includes sampling, block stock, EWO’s, validation, rework).

  • Lead requalification efforts for their assigned lines.

  • Support quality inspections through shift for your assigned lines, or delegate as needed.

  • Perform other duties as required to support the needs of the business

Qualifications:

  • Degree level qualification; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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Why Join Us?

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 healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visithttps://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 CT - Canaan

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Success Profile

What sets successful Manufacturing professionals apart? You're likely to thrive in BD Manufacturing if you are:

  • Team player
  • Detail-oriented
  • Problem-solver
  • Results-driven
  • Self-starter
  • Trustworthy

Ready to be part of something bigger?

This is an environment for individuals who value consistency, teamwork and quality. You'll be supported by experienced leaders, structured training and clear processes – while contributing to products that improve patient care at scale. See how a 34-year BD veteran brings to life the pride, purpose and possibility found in a manufacturing career that truly makes an impact.

Hear from Our Associates

  • "The stories I hear about how our BD products are impacting people's lives is what gets me excited about my role. It gives me self-gratification knowing each day that we are shipping out items so we can help those whose lives are at risk."

  • "My confidence in our products not only comes from my own experience being directly involved with the product assembly process and working with well-trained and caring associates, but also knowing that there are robust procedures and good teams in place to safeguard every process and its quality, every step of the way."

  • "The culture at BD is very connected, supportive and the people have a lot of pride – and it shows in the work everyone does."

  • "The management team and I actively sought various internal and external training resources and channels, established a comprehensive talent training system, and provided associates with personalized training and development plans. I'm proud that most of the management team members come from internal promotions."

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