Associate Director Manufacturing #ESF7887

• Our client is a global medical technology company that is advancing the world of health by improving medical discovery, diagnostics and the delivery of care.
• They are one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world.
• Its 65,000 employees have a passion and commitment to help improve patient outcomes, improve the safety and efficiency
• Career advancement, well liked management
• Autonomy in the workplace

What you will be doing:

• Spearhead the development and execution of manufacturing operations, ensuring alignment with core objectives of safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Foster an inclusive and diverse workplace, championing a culture of open communication and continuous improvement.
• Maintain a safe and compliant work environment, actively driving safety enhancements and quality initiatives.
• Advance the Production System, focusing on increasing operational excellence and reducing costs.
• Oversee annual budgeting, goal setting, and cross-departmental collaboration to ensure optimal business results.
• Uphold the highest standards of regulatory compliance and quality assurance.
• Lead the development, execution, and monitoring of operations in line with overall operational objectives to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and performance improvements.
• Create a positive work environment that is inclusive and diverse while promoting a speak-up culture based on the BD Production System/BD Excellence.
• Build a culture of recognition and promote a growth mindset and the BD-Way.
• Ensure a safe working environment that engages all associates and is compliant with all regulatory, BD, and internal policies and requirements.
• Drive continuous safety improvement in areas such as process safety management, ergonomics, facilities, and equipment.
• Actively promote Inspire Quality initiatives and ensure compliance with local BD quality policies, including GMP, CFR, and ISO standards.
• Provide leadership to drive the evolution of the BD Production System/BD Excellence and expansion of Kaizen.
• Focus on increasing OEE, enhancing asset reliability and availability through improved maintenance, and optimizing all elements of product cost to lower the product COGS.
• Oversee and guide the establishment of yearly budgets and goals, and manage the budget throughout the planned period.
• Coordinate and collaborate on projects and initiatives with R&D, Human Resources, Q.A., Finance, Materials, and Marketing.

Experience you will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field.
• 5 years in Operations Management experience.
• 5 years of Cross-Functional experience in Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, Continuous Improvement, or Finance.
• Preferred experience at the supervisor and/or manager level.
• Minimum of 15 years of total manufacturing experience.
• Excellent communication (verbal & written) and social skills.
• Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, teach, and train.
• Organized and systems/process driven.
• Detail-oriented with high-level problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Results and solution-oriented.
• Demonstrated ability to influence without authority.
• Solid judgment as it relates to P&L.
• General understanding of GMP, ISO, OSHA, and EAP requirements.
• Experience with high cavity injection molding, high-speed automated manufacturing, rubber compounding, and part forming.