Job Description Summary

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world and is advancing the world of health by improving medical discovery, diagnostics, and the delivery of care. We have over 65,000 employees and a presence in virtually every country around the world to address some of the most challenging global health issues.

The Shift Leader is responsible for coaching, supporting, and developing a group of Associates in the assembly and packaging manufacturing area to ensure that the daily production expectations of high-quality medical devices and pharmaceutical have been met.

Responsible for the development and implementation of activities in production area(s) to meet production goals, quality, and cost objectives.
Prioritizes production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply.

These objectives must be achieved while promoting an environment of employee empowerment, teamwork, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Plans and administers procedures and budgets; including delivering goals to meet safety standards, quality systems, compliance, and cost objectives.

Must lead by example and support a collaborative culture of engagement, accountability along with personal growth and development.

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. 

Shift: 4th Shift (Saturday thru Tuesday. Saturday and Sunday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Monday and Tuesday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.)

Supervision: 30+ direct reports

Requirements and responsibilities

Servant leader in direct supervision of assigned business unit support teams and process Line Leads. Oversees respective manufacturing operations to ensure all Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and People (SQDCP) programs and Key Process Indicators (KPIs) goals are being meet. Vast familiarity with manufacturing process flow, material handling, production assembly and packaging processes.

Develop and implement programs assuring processes and products that meet or exceed standards and specifications. Escalate any quality risks and opportunities to management immediately for resolution. Promote a zero accident and right the first-time culture.

• Create and maintain a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing employees on the use of controls (procedures), equipment and resources.
• Recruit, onboard, train, and develop employees.
• Plan, communicate and monitor job expectations towards all SQDCP KPI’s to all team members.
• Coach, counsel, and discipline employees enforcing BD policies and procedures.
• 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.
• Actively participate in all employee recognition initiatives and programs targeting SQDCP.
• Complete production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel, establish priorities, monitoring progress, reviewing plan adherence, escalating, and resolving opportunities (related to SQDCP) and reporting shift results.
• Provide key manufacturing information by compiling and analyzing data.
• Generate daily, weekly, and monthly production reports as needed or requested.
• Monitor compliance, good manufacturing/ documentation practices.
• Revise procedures and documents, such as standard operating procedures and manufacturing related documents.
• Manage employee time off and the impact it may have on the daily, weekly, and monthly schedule.
• Initiate and foster interdepartmental cooperation.
• Own area/ process Quality Notifications and drive investigations, dispositions, and corrective actions.
• Lead team meetings with production, maintenance, engineering, quality, and any other relevant departments to drive problems resolution and process improvements.
• Drive and support all continuous improvement projects/ initiatives.
• Spend a minimum of 75% of time on production floor within production lines and associates.
• Ability to work on flexible schedule and cover 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 5th shifts when needed.

Qualifications

Minimum 4-year degree (engineering preferred)

Experience

• 5+ years people lead/supervisory experience.
• 2+ years’ experience in Medical Device or Pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• 1+ years’ experience in planning and supply chain management.
• Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Experience working in Cleanroom environments (ISO 7/ Class 10,000)
• Knowledge of 5S and Continuous Manufacturing Flow.
• Bilingual Spanish - English
• Knowledge of FDA Code of Federal Regulations Title 21 CFR Part 11; device and/or pharmaceutical regulations.
• Extensive knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP’s).
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing (Continuous Improvement and Problem Solving).
• Advanced Excel Skills (such as VLOOKUP, Macros and VBA, Pivot tables and advance conditional formatting).
• Experience in MRP systems (SAP).
• Ability to oversee odd shifts (12 hr. weekend shifts)

Primary Location
United States-El Paso TX.
Organization
BD
Job Function
Operations (production)

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. 

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Primary Work Location

USA TX - El Paso - Northwestern Dr.

Additional Locations

Work Shift