Job Description Summary

The Instrument Plant Materials Supervisor manages day-to-day warehouse activities to ensure goals are accomplished and communication occurs within the group and across all functions/shifts. This includes providing leadership in day-to-day warehouse activity, employee career development, and overall coaching support to the warehouse team.

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. 

Responsibilities and Duties

• Performs administrative and physical tasks involved in shipping, receiving, storing, staging and supplying materials (raw, work-in-process and finished goods), parts and supplies, to operators, workstations and distribution center

• Responsible for assigning, distributing workloads and control of material flows

• Serves as the SME (Subject Matter Expert) for the Instrument Plant for Warehouse Management, Inventory Control, Cycle Counting and SAP Master Data for these processes.

• Oversee Instrument Plant cycle counts based on monthly and quarterly goals. Investigate inventory inaccuracies and supply improvements. Inform appropriate leadership of any issues & impacts.

• Help utilize warehouse space efficiently and effectively.

• Help establish Warehouse Activity monitor goals/metrics for the Instrument Plant and work with all appropriate teams to ensure goals are met.

• Support standardization of SAP and inventory best practices. Reviews the PSA’s and acts as the oversite body to ensure information is accurate.

• Mentor and train associates regarding inventory control, warehouse processes and procedures including system and non-system processes.

• Participate in all design transfers by providing information to drive setting up stocking locations for the materials.

• Ensure daily operation for assigned business area runs efficiently, effectively, and safely. 

• Ensure departmental procedures, SOPs and work instructions are updated and training provided to associates as required.

• Conducts staff meetings to relay general information or to address specific topics such as safety, quality, policy changes, etc.

• Supports and leads continuous improvement recommendations and/or solutions to support overall operational efficiency

• Provides coaching to associates on day-to-day activities and performance.

• May be responsible for training associates towards fork truck certification.

• Provides training to associates including on-boarding and/or new procedures.

• Demonstrates the ability to follow established procedures according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

• Must follow all BD housekeeping policies and procedures.

• Must follow all BD safety policies and procedures.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience/Education

• Bachelor’s or associate degree with 2 relevant years’ experience OR High school degree with 5 years relevant experience required.

• Extensive knowledge and utilization of SAP (Logistics, Inventory and Warehouse) preferred or similar Electronic Material Management System required.

• Previous work experience with the use of material handling equipment (pallet jacket, forklift, shrink wrapper)

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, process validations, safe work practices, and ISO 9000 requirements.

• Extensive knowledge and utilization of Microsoft Office tools

• Valid driver’s license required.

• Forklift Certification preferred.

Required Skills

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to seek and accept feedback from others. 

• Strong conflict resolution skills.

• Must be capable of sharing knowledge and developing associates.

• Ability to work with all levels of personnel from company president to production associates. 

• Ability to plan at a high level but execute at the detail level.

• Use independent judgment to plan, prioritize, make decisions, troubleshoot and problem solve.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, verbal, listening and interpersonal skills.

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.

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.

Required Skills

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Primary Work Location

USA MD - Sparks - 7 Loveton Circle

Additional Locations

Work Shift

At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates—their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You.

Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and any step rate pay system of the actual work location, as applicable to the role or position. Salary or hourly pay ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles.

Salary Range Information

$78,100.00 - $128,800.00 USD Annual