Job Description Summary

Job Description

Understand business requirements (financial, service level, new product, etc.)

Implement the business and manufacturing strategy (capacity, productivity, technology enhancements, new product/process launch, continuous improvement, etc.)

Provide hands-on project and technical leadership to execute key business operational imperatives.

In carrying out these responsibilities, the Business Integrator coordinates activities by interfacing with the leadership in BD manufacturing facilities, BDB product platform leaders, senior management in the BDB organization, various BD functional leaders, and external suppliers/vendors.

Engages and gains the support of associates in various positions of responsibility and in various functions within BD worldwide. The incumbent will clearly communicate project plans and resource requirements to gain the support of these individuals.

Provides direction on a wide variety of processes including molding, assembly and inspection methods, packaging and sterilization of which any combination must meet the integrated requirements of medical use, chemical/biological compatibility, manufacturability, and acceptable cost.

Interfaces with external vendors/suppliers as processes are developed and capital equipment is purchased.  Will have an understanding of the overall business strategy for assigned area and be able to structure and implement an operations strategy to support this business strategy.

Some duties will require the incumbent to personally execute specific programs which are key to the overall operations and/or manufacturing strategy for BDB. Successful candidates will therefore need to be able to manage projects of varying degrees of size, cost, and complexity, and maintain complete control over project timelines, budgets, and risks, facilitating timely decisions to maintain/mitigate them.

Domestic and International travel is required.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

Requires a B.S. Degree (Engineering preferred)

An advanced degree in MBA is preferred

Experience:

• 5-7 years experience in project management or Operations Leadership
• 5+ years in operations management
• Experience in the area of process development or manufacture of medical sterile devices is preferable
• Experience working with equipment suppliers
• Experience working with all levels of manufacturing plant personnel
• Experience in successful execution of change management

Special Skills:

Personal effectiveness and ability to influence others.  Strong communications skills.

Knowledge of the interrelationship between Manufacturing Operations and Finance, Quality, Regulatory, and Supply Chain. Experience working with these functions to achieve objectives.

Knowledge of GMP requirements, Lean/Six Sigma, Validation. Experience with/certification in Lean/Six Sigma and Validation preferred

Accountability:

IS THIS A SUPERVISORY POSITION? YES

IF YES, NUMBER OF INDIVIDUALS SUPERVISED? 4-8

Primary Work Location

USA CA - San Jose

Additional Locations

USA CA - San Diego (BDB)

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