Line Leader

Becton Dickinson Medical Devices•Columbus, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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: Responsible for providing support to shift production leaders and associates by ensuring consistent adherence to established operational systems in order to achieve targeted performance results within the production area. Oversees day‑to-day operations through the unit’s governance systems, coaching shift production leaders and associates in the application of BD Excellence principles throughout their daily manufacturing activities. Promotes a culture of accountability by guiding shift production leaders and associates to meet expectations related to safety, quality, production, cost, housekeeping, and compliance with all policies and procedures. Ensure that safety and quality standards are achieved while driving production performance to meet goals and schedules. 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.

Requirements

Associate’s degree (completed or in progress) required. In lieu of associate’s degree (completed or in progress), 3 years’ supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
Ability to read and write and converse in English.
Willing and able to uphold BD Values.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
Three years people leading experience preferred
Three years manufacturing experience preferred
Effective Oral/written Communication - Proficient
Ability to work as part of a team / Teambuilding - Advanced
Independent thinking / Self Driven - Proficient
Decision Making Ability - Proficient
Troubleshooting / Problem Solving - Advanced
Quality Systems Knowledge – Proficient
Computer Skills / Microsoft Office - Proficient

Responsibilities

Promptly address any safety issues or incidents.
Spend a minimum of 90% of time on production floor leading shift production leaders and associates.
Collaborate closely with the Maintenance, Engineering, and Reliability departments to address and resolve production needs
Lead TMS and coordinate priorities with Process Engineer and Maintenance Technician.
Communicate improvement strategies (SQDC) for the production area effectively across all shifts to ensure alignment and consistent execution
Responsible for overseeing and monitoring staffing levels and training plans across all shifts to ensure adequate coverage and workforce capability.
Serve as the owner of the Tier Management System (TMS) and 5S within the assigned production areas, ensuring consistent execution and sustainability.
Provide a learning environment and challenge associates to meet higher expectations.
Ensure an open flow of communication exists between production associates and management.
Represent concerns of production associates to management, as well as management concerns to production associates.
Ensure fair and consistent application of company and departmental policies and practices.
Works with associates to resolve employee relations issues and concerns; involves HR when needed.
Actively participate and support BD Excellence way
Collaborate with Production Planning to establish production schedules, monitor performance versus schedule for the department.
Track production metrics to ensure that department goals are being met.
Communicates these metrics and progress to associates and management.
Other duties as required to support the needs of the business

Benefits

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)