Senior Director Operations

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.

The role reports directly to the Vice President, Integrated Supply Chain for PI and serves as a key contributor in developing manufacturing strategies. This leader also participates in platform and core teams to help achieve business and operational objectives. 

Living the BD Way 

The BD Way represents the organization’s purpose, values, leadership commitments, and focus on excellence and accountability. 

• Purpose: Advancing the world of health 

• Values: Standards guiding behavior 

• Leadership Commitments: Expectations for leading self, work, and teams 

• BD Excellence Mindset: Continuous improvement focus 

Responsibilities 

Key responsibilities include: 

• Site Strategy: Provide leadership and strategic direction to support business and operational goals with a zero-loss mindset. 

• Safety: Establish and maintain a culture focused on employee safety and continuous improvement. 

• People Development: Foster an environment that promotes employee empowerment, development, and engagement. Implement workforce development plans aligned with site strategy. 

• Leadership Management: Lead and mentor the plant leadership team. Ensure clear development goals, provide support, and manage organizational changes when required. 

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all local, national, and international regulations and company policies. 

• Facility Management: Oversee maintenance of buildings, equipment, and infrastructure in accordance with regulatory and company requirements. 

• EHS Compliance: Promote environmental, health, and safety compliance aligned with legal standards and best practices. 

• Financial Management: Develop and manage annual budgets, monitor financial performance, and ensure accurate accounting and reporting. 

• Plant Representation: Represent the Sandy plant in legal, regulatory, and community engagements. Maintain a positive organizational image. 

• Supply Chain Coordination: 
  Partner with global supply chain teams to meet production capacity and ensure timely execution of projects. 

• Quality Management: 
  Ensure products meet quality standards and customer requirements. Support audits and ensure timely completion of corrective actions (CAPA). 

• Additional Duties: Perform other responsibilities as required to support business needs. 

Supervision 

This position is responsible for supervising a leadership team consisting of up to 10 associates. The role primarily focuses on overseeing people leaders within the organization rather than directly managing exempt or hourly associates. 

Deliverables 

• Maintain a safe working environment 

• Achieve organizational goals and commitments 

• Meet targets related to safety, cost, quality, and production capacity 

Education and Experience Requirements 

Education 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Science, Engineering, Industrial Management, or a related field 

• Preferred: MBA or Engineering graduate degree 

Experience 

• Minimum 10 years of manufacturing experience (medical device industry preferred) 

• At least 8 years in leadership roles, including multi-level management 

• Experience with Lean, Kaizen, or continuous improvement methodologies 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• Strong manufacturing and business knowledge 

• Effective communication skills 

• Coaching and leadership capabilities 

• Sound decision-making and judgment 

• Knowledge of regulatory standards (OSHA, EPA, ISO, GMP) 

• Team-building capability 

• Lean or Six Sigma expertise 

• Ability to take decisive action 

• Ability to adapt to challenges 

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.

You will learn and work alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time. And through the organization’s investment in BD University, you will continually level up your tech skills and expertise.

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.

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