Sr. Director, Plant Manager - Sumter
BD
Sumter, South Carolina
Full-Time
Competitive
OfficeDirector
We are the people who give possibilities purpose
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 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 amakerof possiblewith us.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
1. 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.
2. Safety: foster and maintain a culture that prioritizes associate safety and create and operate systems to drive continuous improvements in this area.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5.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.
6.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.
7.EHS compliance: promote & maintain awareness and compliance of Environment Health and Safety rules and regulation in accordance with best practice and legal requirement.
8.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 Sumter plant activity per company policy
9.Represent Sumter plant: as Sr. Director of the Sumter 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.
10. 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.
11.Responsible for the overall quality of the products manufactured at Sumter, SC 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.
12. Other duties as required to support the needs of the business.
Maintain a safe working environment
Achieve organizational goals and commitments
Meet safety, cost, quality, and capacity targets
Bachelor’s degree in business, Science, Engineering, Industrial Management, or a related field
MBA or Engineering graduate degree preferred
Minimum 10 years of broad industrial manufacturing experience (medical device preferred)
At least 8 years in leadership roles managing multiple levels of management
Experience with Kaizen and/or Lean methodologies
Strong manufacturing business knowledge
Excellent communication and coaching skills
Sound judgment and decision-making ability
Knowledge of regulatory standards (OSHA, EPA, ISO, GMP)
Team-building capability
Six Sigma or Lean expertise
Ability to take firm action and embrace 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.
To learn more about BD visithttps://bd.com/careers
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 healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
To learn more about BD visithttps://bd.com/careers.
Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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