Job Description Summary

As the Line Shift Supervisor, this role will manage a small group of associates in an engaged manner and own performance for the output of a manufacturing line for the assigned shift. Guide team activities of the line by mentoring associates on a continuous improvement (BD Excellence) path in their daily manufacturing tasks and efforts. Ensure that standards for safety, quality, production, cost, 5S, CILT, defect tracking, Centerlining, Autonomous Maintenance (AM) and overall policy compliance are followed, through timely recognition and/or performance management. This role requires strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and effective communication. Regular, punctual attendance is a key job function, as well as the ability to read, write and speak in English. Must be willing and able to uphold BD Values.

Shift: 12 hour rotating shift – Scheduled to work 7-days in a 14-day period (2 on, 3 off, 2 on, 2off, 3 on, 2 off - every other weekend is scheduled off)

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 include, but are not limited, to:

• Promptly address any safety issues or incidents.

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

• Daily touchpoints with line associates to support the Equipment Owner (EO) program. This includes but is not limited to Safety, Quality, AM defect tagging, 5S, CILTs, Centerlining, TPM, breakdowns, and top losses.

• Provide regular, timely, and specific feedback to associates.

• 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 daily Pit Stops  are executed as expected and daily targets, goals and issues are updated on the Primary Visual Display (PVD).

• Ensures that all line resources are properly focused to support any quality or line issues as they occur.

• 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.

• Ensure all root cause analysis are conducted timely and appropriate corrective actions are implemented.

• Communicate results and escalate issues to the Line Leader.

• Responsible for accurate Kanban management and work order set up and material reconciliation.

• Ensure accuracy of quality checks and work order documentation.  

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

Minimum Requirement:

• High School Diploma or GED

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 Ac