Job Description Summary

GIE Sr. Molding Manager is responsible for Molding equipment design (molds and molding cells), molding equipment build (design reviews/approvals), FAT/SAT, equipment validation (IQ, OQ, PQ) and external supplier management (equipment replacement plan, equipment maintenance, molds performance) across the MDS BU and is positioned to ensure that the company's component design, supply, cost, etc. are aligned to MDS business expectations. Act as the main point of contact for MDS BU for molding equipment questions and technical support.
This leadership position provides expert engineering skill, judgement, and mentoring of other engineers. He/she is responsible for the plastics injection molding portfolio covering all MDS products.
This role will oversee the planning, coordination and oversight in the development and implementation of replacement molds and related validation activities as well as external molding suppliers management.

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. 

Main responsibilities include:

Mold design/development:

• Responsible for molding equipment build activities included but not limited to URS, vendor selection, PO creation, mold design reviews, follow up with supplier on mold build status milestones, FOT, FAT, and SAT activities.

• Build competitive advantage through the leverage of manufacturing process technology.

• Create capital appropriation documents CB-2. 

• Coordinate with peers in MDS BU to ensure adequate resources to support mold build activities

• GIE Molding Manager will contribute to the innovative process and first equipment development for the MDS BU new products development and industrialization.

• Managing MDS GIE molding team including engineers with mold design, project management and processing skills.

• Leads suppliers and external design teams (vendor) for larger capital projects to manage cost, lead time and scope.

• Molds/Molding Cell Machine retrofits, upgrades of existing equipment. ​

• Partnerships with procurement for vendor selection.

• Ensure that BDX mold and hot runner build standards are used for new equipment build.

Molding equipment process development and validation:

• Responsible for molding equipment validation at BD sites and support validation at external suppliers including IQ, OQ, and PQ.

• Responsible for Molding equipment production ramp-up to ensure required OEE is achieved (OEE by equipment design)

• Work with site and BU quality, R&D, and engineering teams to ensure timely equipment to production release

• Support in Developing and executing the Process Technology Strategy for MDS BU’s

• Participate to the manufacturing process technology strategy as a key driver for competitive advantage: based on current and future customer and market expectations and trends in terms of quality, service, and cost; planned BD product developments and business expectations for growth, profitability and return on investment.

• Prioritizes work, aligns the organization, and completes the plan to deliver the defined process improvement results on time and within budget.  

• Process Development (Quality, Efficiency and Harmonization): Ensure effective prioritization, planning and development of global process development activities to use the installed base of manufacturing technology to meet customer (quality) and business (efficiency) needs, as part of the Technology Strategy.

• Ensure the related risk management creation or update activities execution.

• Ensures the adequate necessary equipment documentation are created and always up to date.  

• Ensure collaboration among the GIE community to facilitate sharing of standard methodology between plants and BU on local CI process improvements and ensure WW compliance to global process specifications.

• Complete the plan to deliver global process development which meet or exceed required specifications and efficiency requirements on time and within budget.

External Molding Supplier Support:

• Molding equipment Lifecycle & Performance Management for external suppliers

• Acts as main contact person from GIE molding for MDS BU needs

• MDS BU technical support for external suppliers and mold health assessment

• MDS BU support for Capital appreciation request for new equipment or refurbishment recommendation

Functional Leadership & People Development:

• Lead engineering team consists of ~12 engineers that support all molding activities for MDS BU Communicate clear priorities and objectives.

• Build a truly inclusive team organization which uses the capabilities across MDS BU Provide leadership which drives engagement, performance, and results from every associate.

• Responsible for communicating assigned projects with the appropriate personnel and departments. Leads engineers and technicians to complete projects.

• Support operations during a production crisis. (quality, supplier, etc.)​

• Comply with all local, state, federal, and BD safety regulations, policies, and procedures.

• Comply with all local BD quality policies, procedures, and practices through consistent application of sound quality assurance principles.

• Other duties as assigned.

Desired outcomes from position:

Molding Projects Executions:

• Molding equipment built, validated, and released per project timeline

• Achieved targeted OEE and waste results

• Capital spend management with 95% or better accuracy

• Improved equipment efficiency and reduced downtime

• Ensure that the equipment design meets safety, operational standards, and validation from respective stakeholders.

Leadership and communications:

• Navigates BU/GIE/site dynamics; secures commitments; resolves conflicts.

• Talent & Capability Building- Develop diverse engineering team capable of executing end to end molding projects.

• Deliver the results

• Develops Strategies, Collaborates and Communicates with:

• - Product Design Team (PPD and R&D): to ensure product is designed to enable a mfg. process which can produce product efficiently (target COGS) and to required quality standards.
• - Unit/Site Quality Team: to ensure that equip. is designed/manufactured in compliance with regulatory requirements/industry standards.
• - Manufacturing Team: to ensure that equipment is designed for efficient production, and to support mfg. process.
• - Maintenance/Engineering Team: to ensure max. equip. uptime, and that equip. is designed for easy maintenance/repair

Minimum Education: 

• B.S. in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering or Plastics preferred).

• MBA or MS in Engineering, Six Sigma Green Belt and Lean manufacturing are a plus.

Experience:

• 10+ years in mold design / procurement and plastics processing experience is required

• Tooling design experience of injection molds is required

• Proficiency in SolidWorks and understanding of Mold Flow Analysis tools is desired

• Excellent technical skills include project management, organization, planning, and capital budgets relating to mold procurement and verification.

• Demonstrated ability to apply problem solving and data analysis methods.

• Previous experience with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), ISO standards and Lean Manufacturing concepts desired.

• Experience in an FDA regulated quality environment desired.

• Experience leading projects end to end.

• People leadership skills

• Strong communication skills Risk analysis / FMEA Statistical analysis / SPC system

• Ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities, and to develop and maintain tool qualification schedules.

Other:

• Able to act in multicultural environment and worldwide matrix organizations. 

• Frequent international and domestic travel up to 25%.

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. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

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.

BD is committed to providing a robust set of value-based programs and resources that are best-in-class, market-competitive and affordable for all associates and their families.

• Competitive pay

  • Access a portion of your pay before pay day with DailyPay

• Healthcare coverage:No paycheck contributions for eligible associates under a certain salary threshold enrolled in the HSA Basic Medical Plan option, no matter how many dependents you cover.

  • Preventive care covered at 100%.

  • Dental and vision insurance at group rates.

• Paid parental leave up to 6 weeks

• Adoption assistance plan

• 401(k) plan with 75 cents on the dollar 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 the first year based on actual start date)

All benefits and policies are subject to eligibility and enrollment requirements. Most coverage begins on your first day or the date you become eligible for benefits.

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 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 NE - Columbus (East)

Additional Locations

USA NE - Columbus (West), USA UT - Sandy

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