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Overview
Associate Director Plant Operations is responsible for the leadership and direction of an overall plant operation. This position is accountable for achievement of key operational goals aligned with key business objectives. This includes leading the overall plant operations to meet the goals in safety, productivity, quality, and financial performance. The Plant leader effectively influences and partners with senior leadership on operational strategy and overall is responsible for the execution of the strategies. The Plant leader has influence on key factors of operating income as it relates to significant levels of budgeted human capital and material resources. The Plant leader effectively leads all business areas to meet overall business and customer needs. Responsibilities
Lead all business areas including production, supply chain, engineering and quality team to meet overall business and customer needs. Effectively provides strategic plans and business updates to senior leadership. Inspires overall team to have a customer first mindset culture. Effectively and consistently lead the execution of operational strategies while prioritizing and meeting the day to day business demands in a matrixed team environment. Establish operational management systems to effectively monitor overall plant performance as it relates to the master production schedule, safety, quality control, continuous improvement activities, customer satisfaction levels, corrective actions, maintenance, inventory level, production/purchase variances, and product service levels. Develop, implement and maintain manufacturing operating procedures and assist in supporting the maintenance of product master device records. Proactively determine overall manufacturing support including workforce planning and equipment planning to meet production schedules. Provide overall inspirational leadership to the matrix team encouraging continuous improvement and overall team collaboration. Partner with the Quality Assurance Department to assure compliance with regulatory agencies. Proactively working with the Senior Director in the planning and approval of major equipment purchases. Coordinate manufacturing related programs to establish and maintain GMP and ISO 13485 certification. Qualifications And Minimum Education/Experience
BS degree in Engineering, Biological Sciences or Business is required. Advanced technical (MS or PhD) and/or business management degree (MBA) is preferred. Must have a minimum of five (5) years leadership experience with direct supervisor responsibility in a discrete manufacturing environment, preferably in the production of electromechanical instruments or devices. Broad knowledge of high performance manufacturing, FDA regulatory requirements, validation concepts and techniques, standard cost accounting, and business finance is required. Experience with lean manufacturing, six sigma, and category management is desirable along with MRP and production order transaction maintenance experience using SAP. Knowledge and experience with the BD Quality system or equivalent is preferred. Must demonstrate excellent communication skills, fluency in interpreting and modeling the BD values, ability to seek input from others, ability to relinquish control, and knowledge of current and anticipated customer needs. Must demonstrate proven leadership skills capability and ability to mentor, coach, and develop other associates. Salary
$137,100.00/yr - $226,300.00/yr Additional Information
On-site collaboration is prioritized; most roles require a minimum of 4 days in-office per week to maintain culture and operations. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements indicated in the posting. In some locations, vaccination against COVID-19 may be required, and testing may be available or required in certain locations. Requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law. Why Join Us? At BD, you’ll be part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. You’ll have opportunities to learn, grow, and improve every day, and participate in a culture that emphasizes doing what’s right and holding each other accountable. 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. Job Function and Location
Job function: Management and Manufacturing Industries: Biotechnology Research, Medical Equipment Manufacturing, and Research Services Primary Work Location: USA MD - Sparks - 7 Loveton Circle
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Associate Director Plant Operations is responsible for the leadership and direction of an overall plant operation. This position is accountable for achievement of key operational goals aligned with key business objectives. This includes leading the overall plant operations to meet the goals in safety, productivity, quality, and financial performance. The Plant leader effectively influences and partners with senior leadership on operational strategy and overall is responsible for the execution of the strategies. The Plant leader has influence on key factors of operating income as it relates to significant levels of budgeted human capital and material resources. The Plant leader effectively leads all business areas to meet overall business and customer needs. Responsibilities
Lead all business areas including production, supply chain, engineering and quality team to meet overall business and customer needs. Effectively provides strategic plans and business updates to senior leadership. Inspires overall team to have a customer first mindset culture. Effectively and consistently lead the execution of operational strategies while prioritizing and meeting the day to day business demands in a matrixed team environment. Establish operational management systems to effectively monitor overall plant performance as it relates to the master production schedule, safety, quality control, continuous improvement activities, customer satisfaction levels, corrective actions, maintenance, inventory level, production/purchase variances, and product service levels. Develop, implement and maintain manufacturing operating procedures and assist in supporting the maintenance of product master device records. Proactively determine overall manufacturing support including workforce planning and equipment planning to meet production schedules. Provide overall inspirational leadership to the matrix team encouraging continuous improvement and overall team collaboration. Partner with the Quality Assurance Department to assure compliance with regulatory agencies. Proactively working with the Senior Director in the planning and approval of major equipment purchases. Coordinate manufacturing related programs to establish and maintain GMP and ISO 13485 certification. Qualifications And Minimum Education/Experience
BS degree in Engineering, Biological Sciences or Business is required. Advanced technical (MS or PhD) and/or business management degree (MBA) is preferred. Must have a minimum of five (5) years leadership experience with direct supervisor responsibility in a discrete manufacturing environment, preferably in the production of electromechanical instruments or devices. Broad knowledge of high performance manufacturing, FDA regulatory requirements, validation concepts and techniques, standard cost accounting, and business finance is required. Experience with lean manufacturing, six sigma, and category management is desirable along with MRP and production order transaction maintenance experience using SAP. Knowledge and experience with the BD Quality system or equivalent is preferred. Must demonstrate excellent communication skills, fluency in interpreting and modeling the BD values, ability to seek input from others, ability to relinquish control, and knowledge of current and anticipated customer needs. Must demonstrate proven leadership skills capability and ability to mentor, coach, and develop other associates. Salary
$137,100.00/yr - $226,300.00/yr Additional Information
On-site collaboration is prioritized; most roles require a minimum of 4 days in-office per week to maintain culture and operations. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements indicated in the posting. In some locations, vaccination against COVID-19 may be required, and testing may be available or required in certain locations. Requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law. Why Join Us? At BD, you’ll be part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. You’ll have opportunities to learn, grow, and improve every day, and participate in a culture that emphasizes doing what’s right and holding each other accountable. 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. Job Function and Location
Job function: Management and Manufacturing Industries: Biotechnology Research, Medical Equipment Manufacturing, and Research Services Primary Work Location: USA MD - Sparks - 7 Loveton Circle
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