Lead Operator

Job Description

Job Summary

As an expert in all Manufacturing processes, ensures production schedules are met, high quality products are produced, inventory levels are actively managed, equipment is serviced and maintained as required to ensure optimal uptime, and accurate documentation is maintained.  Ensures adequate trained staffing to operate all work areas required to replenish Kanban or meet production schedules on a daily basis.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Responsible for attaining weekly production goals by defining the daily schedule sequence and allocating the appropriate resources.

• Manages and escalates exceptions as appropriate.

• Maintains current technical knowledge base for manufacturing processes.

• Driving improvements on a daily basis as part of standard work processes, participating in improvement projects, and implementing the output from improvement projects.

• Forms strong working relationships with other departments.

• Ensures all manufacturing documentation/reconciliation is completed as required per FSP.

• Advocates a proactive approach to next-level Safety performance, seeking to continually identify and eliminate risky conditions/behaviors/processes before an accident happens.

• Executes manufacturing plans according to schedules or in response to visual pull signals.

• Operates independently on a daily basis, requiring continual interactions with area Supervisors/Leads/Quality/Planners/Buyers across manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Education and Experience Required:

• 1-3 years Operator 3, Lead or equivalent experience

• High School Diploma or GED

• Must be able to comprehend and effectively communicate written and verbal instructions and provide leadership within a team environment

• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

• Proficient with SAP

• May supervise from seven to fifteen Manufacturing associates depending on business needs and organizational structure.

Additional Information

For many 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, weekly testing for COVID-19 may be available instead of vaccination. 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 empowers you to bring your authentic self to work. Here our associates can fulfill their life’s purpose through the work that they do every day.

You will learn and work alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. Our Total Rewards program — which includes competitive pay, benefits, continuous learning, recognition, career growth, and life balance components — is designed to support the varying needs of our diverse and global associates.

To learn more about BD visit https://jobs.bd.com/

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