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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. 

This position is a limited term assignment which will include benefits such as (medical, health, dental, 401k). Eligibility for these benefits will be based on the eligibility requirements as determined by the BD Total Rewards policy, and is anticipated to last approximately through March 31, 2026.

The Sr. Staff Engineer contributes to the definition of the strategy and execution of the actions required to achieve plant/business unit/function objectives in the BD Medication Management Solutions (MMS) business unit, as it relates to improving the Production & Process Controls, Non-conforming & Supplier Management processes. The role will have responsibility for implementing Continuous Improvement (CI) programs through use of Six Sigma, Kaizen, Lean, Validation, CI tools and project management best practices both within BD and with BD’s suppliers.

Responsibilities:

• Focuses on improving the Production & Process Controls, Non-conforming & Supplier Management processes in support of the MMS Tactical & Strategic Objectives.

• Responsible for planning, developing, and executing CI / Kaizen blitzes in conjunction with other functions and the sites. 

• Works with all MMS functions to drive CI projects beyond QA/Ops, e.g., Sustaining Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, Design Assurance, Program Management and Regulatory. Leads and works with the MMS CI team and leadership to develop continuous improvement strategies linked to Production & Process Controls, Non-conforming & Supplier Management processes.

• Develop and maintain an influential and effective network and communication with peers and leadership for identifying improvement opportunities.  Evaluates, proposes and implements new processes and technologies to optimize process efficiencies.

• Benchmarks internal and external organizations. Identifies, implements, leverages, teaches, and transfers standard methodology knowledge to and through the organization. Assists functions in utilization of standard processes (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean, Kaizen, CI Tools, etc.).

• Identifies, implements, leverages, and transfers best practice knowledge to the MMS organization in the areas of Production & Process Controls, Non-conforming & Supplier Management.

• Collaborates with a network of QA Leaders and MMS CI leaders that will support the deployment of CI projects.

• Collaborates with Corporate Quality on key BD CI strategies and objectives e.g., Inspire Quality.

• Effectively navigate and lead through the challenges of change and establish key stakeholder engagement focused on effective solution solutions.

• Pursue and actively manage key stakeholder relationships that support the broader improvement strategy.

• Maintain positive and cooperative communication and collaboration with all levels of employees, customer, contractors, and suppliers.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science field.

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in project management, continuous improvement, manufacturing, quality engineering, product development, research & development, environments.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Quality / Continuous Improvement / Project Management (scoping, planning, scheduling, budgeting, financial analysis).

• Must have work experience with 21CFR parts 820 (QSR), ISO13485 and 93/42/EEC

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 re