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BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) Associate Director, Operational Excellence - Global in Wroclaw, Poland

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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.

About the role

As the direct report to the Global BD Excellence Senior Director, your role is to foster a culture of operational and customer excellence. This includes implementing change and driving Continuous Improvement (CI) throughout the network.

Develop a robust OPEX and continuous improvement identity by implementing LEAN production and CI principles, methods, and tools. This will optimize performance in quality, delivery, and cost, while also improving safety.

Main responsibilities will include:

  • Support actively the development and deployment of BD Excellence, coordinate and /or lead specific breakthrough Kaizen events and /or initiatives to enable targeted performance improvement. Leverage Lean Academy to ensure consistent approach and development excellence.

  • Conducts periodic review of critical metrics and actions for all plants. Facilitates and coaches plant associates to ensure performance goals are achieved. Conducts Zero Loss Workshops.

  • As an experienced or certified TPM, WCM and/or Lean practitioner, empower, teach and mentor associates to develop and grow BD Excellence capability. Support site leadership teams in crafting strategic vision.

  • Lead focused improvement efforts at key sites / to support critical initiatives or projects. Target multiple breakthrough events each year. Challenge existing paradigms, help accelerate impact of key initiatives.

  • Support global component centers-of-excellence (COEs). Help develop and drive adoption of standard methodologies. Ensure deploying sites establish and maintain appropriate component metrics, maintain and promote visibility of global component impact. Support maturity assessment program across multiple business units.

  • Develop and grow BD Excellence impact through deployment of progressively sophisticated aspects of component methodologies.

  • Works with Business Units (Engineering/Manufacturing) and other departments to develop and maintain a multiyear portfolio of cost-saving projects in line with plant objectives.

  • Develop and implement a strategic plan to continuously improve value streams for primary product manufacturing processes in the plant, focusing on efficiency and waste reduction.

  • Serves as a champion to overcome barriers by addressing issues promptly. Does not hesitate to challenge the status quo in search of opportunities that help the business provide efficient solutions to the customer.

About you

You have manufacturing/leadership experience in a plant with knowledge in various areas of Operational Excellence / LEAN production. You are certified (or recognized) as a Production System practitioner. You have previous experience in implementing Lean and Six Sigma business systems, including a strong track record in project or program management.

Your deep understanding of business operations allows you to convert business objectives into specific actions for the plants. You have a track record of successfully influencing teams in complex matrices. Your proficiency in problem-solving and mentoring is highly valued.

Other attributes include:

  • Six sigma black belt certification preferred

  • Flexible and able to travel up to 25 to 40%

  • Proficiency in English

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.

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.

Primary Work Location

POL Wroclaw - Legnicka

Additional Locations

USA NJ - Franklin Lakes

Work Shift

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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