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Sr. Director Plant Operations

1000 Becton, Dickinson and Company
Sumter, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/30/2025

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Job Description

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 a maker of possible with us.

Key Responsabilities:

  • Compliance activities will be closely monitored to ensure that the facility meets all regulatory agency requirements on the local, state, federal and international levels. All compliance programs will be coordinated with PAS Unit and Corporate as deemed vital to ensure proper direction and adherence to Company policies and procedures.
  • The implementation of the Corporate and Business strategies will be coordinated through the VP of Manufacturing and with other plant locations or outside vendors as required.
  • Responsible for the maintenance of all buildings, facilities, grounds and equipment in accordance with established company policies and governmental agency regulations.
  • Represent BD in the community and in professional organizations on a local or regional level.
  • Periodic visits to customer locations for the purpose of understanding all product use and finding opportunities to enhance our service and quality levels to the customer through improved manufacturing processes.
  • Establish formalized vendor improvement programs which will improve the quality, cost and service capability of vendors to the manufacturing facility.
  • Optimally manage all assets of the corporation at this location to ensure maximum utilization of capital employed and to achieve the highest possible return on net assets. This would include the utilization of equipment, facility and work in process or finished goods inventory dollars.
  • Plan, prepare and recommend an annual operating budget. Upon approval, establish and implement a monitoring system of plant performance to budget. In addition, balance of the year financial forecasting will be done and submitted as advised by SM Unit Finance.
  • Totally responsible for the accounting and reporting of all location capital assets per company policy. Capital budgets for building and equipment will be prepared and submitted for final approval in accordance with Company policy and PAS Unit directives.
  • Responsible for the planning and implementation of cost reduction programs, waste reduction, quality improvement, and productivity improvement programs. As required, these will be coordinated within the plant, SM Unit R&D, SM Unit Q.A, and other plant locations as appropriate.
  • Constant evaluation of manufacturing systems, methods, procedures and controls is required, and changes implemented on a timely basis.
  • Plant Management leadership is vital to encourage the understanding and use of new technologies geared to improving product quality or manufacturing efficiencies.
  • Delegation of Authority to Accept Notice of Inspection on behalf of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The CEO of Becton Dickinson and Company authorizes the Top Manager with Executive Responsibility at the site being inspected to accept the notice of inspection on their behalf. This authority may be further delegated to the Top Regulatory Compliance Leader at the site.

Minimum requirements:

  • 10 years’ industrial experience in manufacturing and related engineering. Minimum of 8 years in a leadership role, including leading multiple layers of management.
  • Thorough knowledge of direct cost systems, quality control, management principles and practices, manufacturing processes, equipment and scheduling, employee relations, purchasing and inventory control.
  • Significant knowledge of federal, state, or local mandates including, but not restricted to, FDA, EEOC, OSHA, EPA, local zoning or building codes, etc.
  • Kaizen and/or Lean experience required

Education and experience required:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Business Management preferred

At 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 https://bd.com/careers 


Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not 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 legally-protected status. 

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