JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Plan, design, and coordinate the development and implementation of manufacturing processes and related engineering activities in any of the plants to support new product development projects and manufacturing scale-up, as well as existing production. Lead Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) efforts to improve manufacturability for new product development and technology teams. Reports to the Assembly Process Development Manager and is part of the GIE (Global Integrated Engineering) network.

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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS degree in an engineering or science field required and two years of sufficient on-the-job experience preferred.
• Experience working in a development environment, with an understanding of process design, process capability and manufacturing cost analysis.
• Experience with Statistical Analysis software, Solid Works, Visio, Microsoft Office, and MS Project preferred.
• Six Sigma principals, green belt preferred.
• Travel up to 20%
• Comply with all local BD quality policies, procedures, and practices through consistent application of sound quality assurance principles.
• Other duties as assigned.
  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.

• Plan, design, and coordinate the development and implementation of manufacturing processes and related engineering activities.
• Use Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) methodology to rapidly detect potential failure modes and retire risks that impact investment, return, and launch predictability.
• Partner with product design and development teams and utilize DFMA to ensure robust manufacturability of new products. Assist in training of DFMA methodology to BD associates.
• Accountable for process development from concept through market launch to meet business objectives.
• Applies six-sigma and lean manufacturing methodologies to ensure optimization of new processes.
• Supports development of machine specifications and acceptance protocols equipment acquisition.
• Interface with personnel from R&D, Device Molding, Quality, Manufacturing, Assembly Design and Build group (GIE) and outside vendors.
• Supports manufacturing plants in cost reduction, standardization, and process improvement projects.
• Participate in the evaluation and assessment of new technologies, intellectual property, products, processes, and industry trends that can or have the potential to impact our global business.
• Lead projects as assigned.
• Comply with all local, state, federal, and BD safety regulations, policies, and procedures.