Job Description Summary

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.

Position Summary:
Site BD Excellence Engineer will be passionate about creating a culture of operational and customer excellence, implementing change, and driving Continuous Improvement (CI) within the site or specific manufacturing unit/s.  Ensures compliance with BD quality systems, policies, procedures, and best practices, and all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, policies and procedures.  Regular, punctual attendance is an essential job function.  Ability to read and write and converse in English.  Willing and able to uphold BD Values.

Duties/Responsibilities:
•    Active member of Focused Improvement component team.
•    Develop and grow problem solving capability at all levels.
•    Support implementation of CI projects across all dimensions SQDC.
•    Help coordinate activity of component teams and focused improvement project teams to eliminate loss, according to strategic g oals.
•    Help generate, sustain, and deliver a multi -year Cost to Win (CTW) portfolio, support governance processes, and optimization of the site loss landscape. Help meet or exceed CtW (Cost to Win) goals through leading and /or supporting Focused Improvement team savings projects (Loss Landscape).
•    Teach and coach BD Excellence concepts and systematic approach, including strategy deployment, core components, Zero Loss min dset and all related methodologies / tools. Lead and facilitate breakthrough Kaizen events and support other BD Excellence components in problem solving capabili ty development.
•    Support development of zero loss mindset across critical areas to optimize quality, delivery and cost while improving safety.
•    Help develop and grow capability through components and component teams to establish the fundamentals of excellence in safety , quality, and reliability. Coach and guide
•    project selection process to ensure focus of resources and time on priorities.
•    Ensure strategic alignment through cascading Key Performance Indicators (KPIs’) top down and bottom up. Support BD Excellence e deployment and governance process across all relevant components.
•    Drive BD Excellence capability development through deployment of progressively advanced aspects of component methodologies. support attainment of long-term CI objectives through cross functional teams with shared goal.
•    Drive use of effective data-driven visual -management techniques, e.g., Business -Operating-System (BOS) charts to drive improvement of KPIs such as OEE, waste, labor productivity, etc. Active role in governance and action tracking of improvements, with periodic reporting of activity completion dates, expected and achieved results.
•    Flexible and able to travel. Expected travel up to 10%.
•    Other duties as required to support the needs of the business.

Education:
•    Bachelor’s degree required.  
•    Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred.

Experience:
•    3 years manufacturing experience in a plant required
•    Previous experience in implementing, and strong knowledge of, Lean and Six Sigma business systems. Six sigma green or black belt certification preferred.
•    Demonstrated passion for safety, customer centricity and operational excellence
•    Understanding of the interaction between operational excellence and customer service
•    Excellent and effective verbal and written communication skills with people at all levels
•    Track record in project or program management
•    Experience of working in a multi -site and multi -cultural environment
•    Business acumen and ability to display the linkage between projects and desired business results
•    Able to develop compelling business case for resource investment, aligned with CTW finance policies and guidelines

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
•    Team Player
•    Ability to influence without authority
•    Working with highly matrixes organization / Organizational savvy
•    Managing complexity and diversity / Adaptability
•    Financial acumen
•    Results Oriented

PCP Level:  N/A

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.

BD is committed to providing a robust set of value-based programs and resources that are best-in-class, market-competitive and affordable for all associates and their families.

• Competitive pay
  • Access a portion of your pay before pay day with DailyPay
• Healthcare coverage:No paycheck contributions for eligible associates under a certain salary threshold enrolled in the HSA Basic Medical Plan option, no matter how many dependents you cover.
  • Preventive care covered at 100%.
  • Dental and vision insurance at group rates.
• Paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Adoption assistance plan
• 401(k) plan with 75 cents on the dollar matched by BD up to 6% of compensation
• Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discounted home, auto and pet insurance
• Paid holidays and vacation (pro-rated the first year based on actual start date)

All benefits and policies are subject to eligibility and enrollment requirements. Most coverage begins on your first day or the date you become eligible for benefits.

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/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of 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, or any other protected status.

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