What are the responsibilities and job description for the Continuous Improvement Leader position at BD?
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.
Job Description
Shift: this is a day shift position, typical hours are Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM.
Responsibilities
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?
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 visit https://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.
Required Skills
Optional Skills
Primary Work Location
USA UT - Sandy
Additional Locations
Work Shift
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.
Job Description
Shift: this is a day shift position, typical hours are Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM.
Responsibilities
- Drive and sustain Continuous Improvement (CI) activities and programs.
- Create and lead training and educational sessions within the department to ensure associates are knowledgeable in and have the ability to follow Standard Work, GMP’s, 20 Keys, Lean, Six Sigma, KAS, 5S and other CI programs.
- Maintains and utilizes the CI Plan database to manage and track department cost improvement projects and value stream improvements.
- Proactively seek new CI initiatives, challenging department focus.
- Assist in development of department goals and objectives.
- Create and manage department CI Calendar.
- Develop and track CI metrics.
- Participate in and support Plant CI initiatives.
- Mentor others, within and outside of the department as related to CI initiatives.
- Participate in regulatory assessments.
- Develop and update department VSMs to drive CI. Facilitate blitzes throughout the plant.
- 3 years experience in developing, organizing, implementing, and managing projects and assignments
- Must have demonstrated experience in CI.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related discipline preferred.
- Experience in Six Sigma, lean manufacturing, facilitation, project management, or validation
- Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
- Computer skills (Excel, Word, Power Point, etc.)
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?
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 visit https://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.
Required Skills
Optional Skills
Primary Work Location
USA UT - Sandy
Additional Locations
Work Shift