Associate Director BDx Molding Excellence - BD : Job Details

Associate Director BDx Molding Excellence

BD

Job Location : Canaan,CT, USA

Posted on : 2025-07-15T05:45:09Z

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Join to apply for the Associate Director BDx Molding Excellence role at BD1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Associate Director BDx Molding Excellence role at BDGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Job Description SummaryBD Excellence Leaders will be passionate about working with the BU ISC Leaders to create a culture of operational and customer excellence, implementing change, and driving Continuous Improvement (CI) across the network by leading the strategy development and deployment for overall Molding Excellence across our Manufacturing plants.Job Description SummaryBD Excellence Leaders will be passionate about working with the BU ISC Leaders to create a culture of operational and customer excellence, implementing change, and driving Continuous Improvement (CI) across the network by leading the strategy development and deployment for overall Molding Excellence across our Manufacturing plants.Job DescriptionWe are the makers of possibleBD 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.Ideal candidate would live or relocate to one of our manufacturing sites located in NJ, UT, SC or CT. **Lead strategy development and deployment. Ensure strategic alignment through cascading Key Performance Indicators (KPIs') top down and bottom up. Support business unit leadership team in creating strategic vision of improvement goals, (deployment roadmap and maturity expectations based on priorities) and governance process across all functions and sites. Most of the time to be spent in the factory environment directly developing capability in the Molding processes.Challenge existing paradigms, encourage and promote internal and external benchmarking. Develop and grow zero loss approach across critical areas to optimize safety, quality, delivery and cost.People development, especially with regards to Business OPEX managers and Plant OPEX managers. As the Molding Excellence leader for BDX, teach, coach, and demonstrate proficiency in BD Excellence concepts and systematic approach, core components, Zero Loss mentality and all related methodologies/tools. Ensure execution of and resource breakthrough Kaizen events. Develop and grow capability through establishing the fundamentals of excellence in safety, quality, and reliability. Analyze and recommend growth in Molding capability gaps through internal and external development programs.Work across plants and BU's to establish a reporting and tracking metrics standardized by all Molding manufacturing locations across BDXContinue to drive BD Excellence capability development and impact through deployment of progressively advanced aspects of component methodologies. Achieve long term CI objectives through multi-functional alignment of all resources toward shared goals.Works closely with the Business Unit OPEx Managers, Plant Managers and Site OPEx Manager to support the development and implementation of the improvement strategy for their BD Molding Excellence Maturity.Develop and grow BD Molding Excellence capability, to help BDX deliver a multi-year cost-to-win (CtW) program. Focus on building capability that improves problem solving, increases loss awareness, and empowers teams to eliminate factory-loss in an impactful, efficient, and sustainable way.Develop a plan and govern the execution of projects driving OEE / OLE increase, Waste reduction and Labor Productivity increase in alignment with overall CtW plans for the BU.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering or BusinessKnowledge of Injection Molding operations and processesMaster's degree desirable, e.g., business administration / LEAN production.Minimum 10 years manufacturing experience / leadership experience in a plantMinimum 3-years' experience operating a production system. Certified or recognized as a Production System practitioner/specialist in multiple components of the Operating System by demonstrated successful systematic implementation where transformational business performance and capabilities are evaluated though a maturity assessmentExperience of working in a multi-site and multi-cultural environmentBusiness acumen and ability to display the linkage between projects and desired business resultsFlexible and able to travel. Expected travel up to 75% to be present within plantsMust be collocated at a large or significant site within BDX with Molding Manufacturing.Working with highly matrix organizationsTechnical QualificationsDemonstrates mastery of one or more areas of BD Excellence and has direct experience in leading the application of one or more areas of Operational Excellence / LEAN production.Basic knowledge of Injection Molding processes.Demonstrates expertise in problem solving, as well as training and coaching others.Previous experience in implementing, and solid understanding of, Lean and Six Sigma business systems.Development of Work StandardsExcellent understanding of the interaction between operational excellence and customer service.Excellent and effective verbal and written communication skills with people at all levelsStrong track record in project or program managementAt BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates—their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You .Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates' progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and any step rate pay system of the actual work location, as applicable to the role or position. Salary or hourly pay ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles.Salary Range Information157,700.00 - 260,400.00 USD AnnualAt BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company's receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD's Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.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.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 visit Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of 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, or any other protected status.#CLOAIRequired SkillsOptional SkillsPrimary Work LocationUSA NJ - Franklin LakesAdditional LocationsESP Huesca - Fraga, GBR Plymouth - Belliver Industrial EstateWork ShiftSeniority level Seniority level Not ApplicableEmployment type Employment type Full-timeJob function Job function Business Development and SalesIndustries Biotechnology Research, Medical Equipment Manufacturing, and Research ServicesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at BD by 2xGet notified about new Associate Director jobs in Canaan, CT .Assistant Director, Personal Insurance Product Development Clinton, NY $104,000.00-$156,000.00 1 week agoCivil Engineering Senior Project Manager (Winsted, CT) Registered Nurse/Assistant Director of Nursing/Sign-on-Bonus Stanfordville, NY $45.00-$55.00 5 days agoClinton Corners, NY $45.00-$55.00 5 days agoAssistant Director of Nurses/Staff Development Coordinator Digital Assurance & Transparency - IT Audit Senior Manager Products & Services New Hartford, CT $119,000.00-$337,000.00 2 weeks agoNew Hartford, CT $124,000.00-$335,000.00 1 week agoPart-time Associate Director of Admission Assistant Director/Youth Services Coordinator Dover Plains, NY $77,000.00-$81,000.00 7 months agoWe're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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