Sr. Director, Plant Manager - Columbus West

Becton Dickinson Medical Devices • Columbus, OH

5d • 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: Develops and executes manufacturing strategy delivering on committed financial performance and customer service for Columbus West facility. Participates and supports various platform and core teams to achieve manufacturing and business objectives. Coordinates the plant operational activities to ensure the safety of associates, high product quality standards and production schedules are met so the operation is positively managed at or below budgeted cost to established specifications. Ensures compliance with BD quality systems, policies, procedures, and practices and all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, policies and procedures. Influences positive change and continuous improvements through meaningful, effective communication with all plant and corporate associates. Responsible for the professional development of operational leaders. 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

• Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, industrial management or relevant field required.
• Minimum ten years’ experience delivering results for a large business (400+ associates).
• Minimum 5 years in a leadership role, including leading multiple layers of management.
• Must have proven track record of managing a business or sub-unit of a very large business.
• Strong record of selecting and developing very competent professional staff, who is energetic and forward thinking.
• Kaizen and/or lean experience.
• Track record of delivering positive bottom-line results.
• Track record of delivering strong continuous improvement.
• Track record of creating an effective, highly recognized and proactive organization well aligned with business strategy and needs and integrated with line operations.
• Strong practical work experience (8+ years); experience in medical device, food or drug industries preferred.
• Proven record of implementing and operating within data driven management systems.
• Leadership and vision/foresight skills – Advanced
• Ability to accomplish results through others – Proficient
• Interpersonal skills - Advanced
• Verbal and written communication – Advanced
• Budgeting, forecasting & capital planning - Proficient
• Computer skills - Proficient
• Working knowledge of FDA regulations & other medical device regulatory compliance requirements - Proficient
• Decision making, and coaching skills required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in creativity/innovation – Proficient
• Problem solving & decision-making skills – Advanced
• Knowledge of lean, six-sigma and continuous improvement manufacturing - Proficient
• Trustworthy with high integrity - Proficient
• Assess difficult situations/human dynamics and to find right approach, and willing to take reasonable risks, in dealing with problems - Advanced

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in science, engineering or relevant field preferred.
• experience in medical device, food or drug industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Site strategy: provide leadership and visionary concepts for development of strategies for the site that support business and operations goals and objectives with a zero-loss mindset.
• Safety: foster and maintain a culture that prioritizes associate safety and create and operate systems to drive continuous improvements in this area.
• People development: develop an environment that influences and encourages associate empowerment, development, involvement and commitment. Develop and implement resource development plan in support of the site development strategy.
• Manage plant leadership team: provide proper coaching and management to the plant leadership team. Ensure that clear individual development objectives are defined and met and that required individual support is provided. Manage required changes, if necessary, to support the site ramp up plan.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory policies and standard: manage compliance activities to ensure that the facility meets all regulatory agency requirements on the local, state and international levels. Coordinate compliance programs as deemed necessary to ensure proper direction and adherence to Company policies and procedures.
• Meet with all regulation regarding facility management: responsible for the maintenance of all buildings, facilities and equipment in accordance with established company policies and governmental/local agency regulations. Ensure respect of all national, regional or local policies, procedures and other permitting process as it relates to facility and construction management.
• EHS compliance: promote & maintain awareness and compliance of Environment Health and Safety rules and regulation in accordance with best practice and legal requirement.
• Direct the establishment of the yearly budgets and goals for all activities within each department. Communicate, monitor and control the budgets throughout the planned period, to ensure goals are met and variances are controlled.
• Responsible for the accounting and financial reporting of the Columbus West plant activity per company policy.
• Represent Columbus West plant as Sr. Director of the plant, ensure proper representation of the plant in all legal, tax and any regulatory affairs as it concerns plant. Ensure that the proper image of the plant and BD is established and maintained locally.
• Develop and implement the required action plan and strategy to build and maintain the plant and BD image within the community at local or regional level as well as part of the required professional or political organizations.
• Work closely with the WW Supply Chain organizations for establishing and meeting production capacity objectives for the plant. Ensure that capacity ramp up plan, product and/or technology project are performed on time.
• Responsible for the overall quality of the products manufactured at Columbus West Plant, ensure that products meet the customer/business specifications and requirement, ensure that audits are run in optimal manner and ensure that all CAPA are defined, captured and completed as promised. Promote and lead a culture of Quality within the plant.
• Other duties as required to support the needs of the business.

Benefits

• 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees