Production Operations Specialist

BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company)•Mebane, NC

35d•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: The Production Operations Specialist is an individual contributor responsible for executing key operational tasks that support day-to-day manufacturing operations. This role works under general supervision and collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of production schedules, maintains inventory accuracy, supports quality processes, including training compliance, and facilitates documentation updates. This position requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to follow established procedures while contributing to process enhancements.

Requirements

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field (Technical/Engineering discipline, Science, Education or Management).
3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production support role.
Familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Experience with Continuous Improvement tools and methodologies (e.g. 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Problem-Solving)
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Working knowledge on MS Windows environment software such as MS Office (Word,â¯Excelâ¯and Power Point).
Knowledge of GMP, FDA,â¯ISOâ¯and OSHA requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience with technical writing and document control is a plus.

Responsibilities

Production Scheduling Support: Assist in coordinating and maintaining production schedules to meet operational targets.
Quality Notification & CAPA Support: Collaborate with Quality and Manufacturing teams to manage quality notifications and support Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs).
Manage the Production Training Program by:
Coordinate training sessions includingâ¯New Hire Orientation and Train the Trainer with Production Supervisors and Leads.â¯Monitor training compliance.
Develop, implement, and oversee a detailed training roadmap/plan for each production work cell and employee level
Review training records/documents toâ¯assureâ¯compliance with GDPâ¯and withâ¯regulations/policies.
Update and manage the Production Skill Matrix file.
Support internal/external audits related to training.
Batch Record Review: Perform timely and accurate review of batch records to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal standards.
Label Printing: Manage label printing processes to support production needs and ensure accuracy.
Understanding the labeling requirements.
Understanding the labeling system (programâ¯and printers).
Work with Labeling Coordinator and Supervisors when changes to label templates, amongstâ¯othersâ¯areâ¯required.
Representâ¯Productionâ¯teamâ¯onâ¯label team meetings.
Inventory Management: Monitor and manage inventory levels of raw materials, consumables, and finished goods within the manufacturing area.
Consumables Oversight: Ensure availability and proper management of consumable materials required for production.
Manufacturing Team Support: Provide hands-on support to the manufacturing team to ensure efficient operations and timely issue resolution.
SAP ERP Transactions: Perform relevant transactions in SAP ERP system related to inventory, production orders, and documentation.
Document Updates: Support updates to manufacturing documentation including SOPs, work instructions, and batch records.
Standard Work Documentation: Assist in the creation and maintenance of standard work documents to promote consistency and efficiency.
Technical Writing: Draft and revise technical documents with clarity and accuracy to support manufacturing and quality processes.
Continuous Improvement Support:
Apply continuous improvement principles to identify and eliminate waste in processes
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives such as Kaizen events and 5S activities
Support visual management and standardization efforts across the manufacturing floor
Promotes a safe work environment: Provides recommendations onâ¯maintainingâ¯the safety of the work environment.â¯â¯Follow safety procedures.â¯â¯Participates in Environment Health and Safety (EH&S) programs. Initiatesâ¯a correctiveâ¯action whenever a hazard is identified.â¯â¯Notify the Production Manager and/or Supervisor of allâ¯observedâ¯hazardous conditions or unsafe work practices.
Other duties as assigned by Production Manager.