Job Description Summary

Drive and sustain improvement programs and CI initiatives such as: Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis, Process Optimization, Waste Reduction, OEE/Productivity, SMED (Quick Changeovers). Facilitate blitzes/kaizens to support the SQDC initiatives. Perform time studies for manual activities on a regular basis. Design and continuously improve workstations layout and personnel arrangement. Facilitate changes to workstations layout and new machinery, requiring manual activities and need to improve personnel abilities. Perform routes and BOM’s studies and provide data to Master Data coordinator. Design and implement fixtures and devices to improve manual activities safety, ergonomics and efficiencies.

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. 

 Job Responsibilities:

• Root Cause Analysis, Waste Reduction, and OEE/Productivity assessment; Documenting and conducting Time Studies in a manufacturing setting; AutoCAD; Applying LEAN methodologies and FMEA analysis in a manufacturing setting; SAP environment and data integration management; Agile Methodology; Project Management; and MS Suite.
• Ensures the necessary skills, tools and resources are in place to facilitate the optimization of performance. Acts as an important Change Agent, Champion for Culture Change and Process Transformation, while driving Continuous Improvement.
• Possess strong leadership and influence skills to solve complex problems with an emphasis on improving the quality, compliance, service, and business financials.
• Responsible for providing technical knowledge, and support using the Continuous Improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, etc.
• Manages difficult manufacturing process and problems using sound methodology.
• Comprehend and fully applies new technology developments.
• Oversees (directly or indirectly) technical and/or engineering personnel assigned to Continuous Improvement projects. Provides technical support, and coaching/mentoring to the team.
• Design and lead the implementation of the continuous improvement strategy throughout the organization including:
• Development of Appropriate Metrics and Measuring Systems.
• Facilitate cost savings (A3) Process.
• Lead Continuous improvement Project Management.
• Strengthening multi-functional Representation, Engagement, Accountability, Ownership and Communication
• Support leadership in meeting business goals. Includes identifying and prioritizing the right business opportunities.
• Review ongoing performance trends to drive an overall improvement and consistency in manufacturing line output.
• Collaborate with Managers/Leaders to identify each department’s top priorities and determine best methods for driving process and culture change.
• Communicate business related issues or opportunities to next management level.
• Implement systematic problem solving /root cause analysis process.
• Participate in new product introductions and product transfer ensuring waste is identified and eliminated.
• Engage, train and coach all employees to become active champions of the process.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the US. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visa at this time.

 Education and Experience:

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in a Core Engineering field, Five+ (5+) years of Operational Excellence experience in a regulated manufacturing environment
• Preferred: Masters Degree, Ten+ (10+) years of Process Excellence or Business Excellence/Continuous Improvement in a regulated manufacturing environment
• Preferred: Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Preferred: Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification

 

Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrated success in several significant savings and cultural change projects.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to solve problems and conflicts, work well with others and demonstrate teamwork.