Job Description
The Operational Excellence / Continuous Improvement Sr Mgr is responsible for driving operational excellence, cultural transformation, and sustainable performance improvements across the BD Pharma El Paso site. This role leads the deployment of the BD Excellence framework, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, business objectives, and continuous improvement principles
Job Responsibilities: _(Primary Duties, Roles, and/or Authorities)_
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement
- Lead the implementation and sustainability of BD Excellence (BD Production System) across the site.
- Drive Lean/Six Sigma initiatives to improve quality, efficiency, and cost performance.
- Identify and eliminate process waste through structured problem-solving and root cause analysis (RCA).
- Ensure standard work, visual management, and tier management systems are fully embedded.
- Drive growth through a multi-year pipeline of Cost to Win (CTW) savings initiatives, targeting +8% productivity improvement.
Regulatory Compliance
- Partner with Quality and Operations to support FDA efforts and ensure audit readiness
- Drive adherence to GMP, FDA, and internal compliance standards
- Support the development and execution of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs)
- Monitor compliance metrics and ensure timely escalation and resolution of risks
Leadership & Culture Transformation
- Champion a culture of accountability, ownership, and proactive behaviors across all levels
- Coach and develop leaders on BD Excellence principles and behaviors
- Support leadership capability building aligned with site transformation goals
- Reinforce disciplined execution and performance management practices
- Deliver tangible site transformation through the implementation of Lean workplace practices and optimized end-to-end factory flow.
- Strengthen Lean capabilities across the plant through structured Kaizen events and Lean Ambassador certification programs.
Strategic Execution
- Translate site strategy into actionable initiatives with clear KPIs and milestones
- Track and report progress of key initiatives to site leadership and executives
- Ensure alignment between people strategy, operational goals, and business priorities
- Partner with cross-functional teams (Quality, Operations, HR, Engineering) to drive results
- Other duties as required to support the needs of the business.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred)
- 8+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, or continuous improvement
- Experience in Pharma or Medical Device industry strongly preferred
Knowledge and Skills:
Basic or simple knowledge:
- Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies
- Solid understanding of GMP and regulatory compliance requirements
- Demonstrated ability to lead cultural and organizational transformation
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Why Join Us?
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 healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers
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