Manufacturing Technical Unit Leader

BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company)•Sumter, SC

51d•Onsite

About The Position

Our people make all the difference in our success. This role will master the Production Technology and Maintenance Techniques being responsible for: Loss (Breakdown, Waste, Speed), Investigation and Resolution Development of Maintenance standards Implementation of basic maintenance processes for the designated product lines Building maintenance skills for the operators Execution of maintenance activities in the line (planned/ unplanned when available) 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. 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. 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. Our people make all the difference in our success. This role will master the Production Technology and Maintenance Techniques being responsible for: Loss (Breakdown, Waste, Speed), Investigation and Resolution Development of Maintenance standards Implementation of basic maintenance processes for the designated product lines Building maintenance skills for the operators Execution of maintenance activities in the line (planned/ unplanned when available) Ensures compliance with BD quality systems, policies, procedures and standard processes, 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

High School Diploma/GED required
5 years' experience with high-speed automated assembly and packaging equipment preferred
3 years people leading 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
Machine Design - Proficient
Troubleshooting / Problem Solving - Advanced
Safety & Ergonomics Expertise - Basic
Project Management - Proficient
Quality Systems Knowledge - Proficient
Logistics & Planning Knowledge - Basic
Computer Skills / Microsoft Office - Proficient
Financial Acumen - Proficient

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree: preferred
BA/BS Degree - Preferred - Industrial or Mechanical Engineering (preferred)
In lieu of BA/BS degree, 10 years of Technical or Manufacturing experience required
2 years medical device manufacturing experience preferred
Some PLC experience preferred but not essential

Responsibilities

Loss (Breakdown, Waste, Speed) Investigation and Resolution
Attend Tier 1 and Production Analysis Board (PAB) meetings providing engineering status of line and agree resource deployment and timings to close losses.
Resolve repeat loss issues using systematic problem-solving techniques to determine root cause.
Support Shift Technicians in Investigation of losses (Breakdowns, Waste, Speed) to ensure countermeasure is effective.
Coach Technicians and Operators in quality and effectiveness of problem-solving tools and robustness of countermeasures
Support all CI projects/validations as required to help improve equipment reliability
Development of Maintenance standards
Engage with Operators and Technicians to effectively use Daily Task Maintenance and Planned and Preventative Maintenance to increase OEE and safety performance
Provide details to improve Maintenance Standards and execution (Frequency, Breakdowns and Repairs) to Reliability Leader based on problem solving outcomes and DTM/PPM activity. Coaching on continuous improvement methodologies & tools
Implementation of basic maintenance process and settings for the designated product line(s).
Engage in planning process for Maintenance activities.
Lead Maintenance activity for respective line in conjunction with Preventative Maintenance Leader.
Maintain critical equipment settings, standards and close loop on changes made.
Building maintenance skills for Technicians and Operators.
Provide Training and Coaching to Operators and Technicians on DTM/ PPM Maintenance activities and standards.
Execution of maintenance activities in the line (planned/ unplanned when available).
Ensure all preventative maintenance activities are performed effectively, including opportunistic maintenance working with Preventative Maintenance Leader to plan same.
Record maintenance details in full on the designated forms/ SAP.
Report and action any abnormalities observed during Daily Task Maintenance / Planned Preventative Maintenance to reduce losses.
Record spares used during maintenance / unplanned breakdowns in line Maintenance requirements.
Responsible for equipment breakdown response and escalation process in an expedient manner. Other duties as required to support the needs of the business.