Manufacturing Team Lead



 We are the people who give possibilities purpose 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. 

 Job Description Summary / Purpose of Position The Manufacturing Team Lead is responsible for supporting the daily execution of manufacturing operations within the Arista and Aspen product lines. This position serves as the primary shop floor resource for operators by coordinating workflow, supporting training activities, ensuring adherence to quality and safety requirements, and escalating issues that impact performance, quality, or service.

Lead works closely with the Operations Supervisor to achieve Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Productivity (SQDIP) objectives while fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement. Training Shift : 1st Shift 6 am to 2:30 pm M-F ( After the training period , 2nd shift schedule will be followed) Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assign and coordinate daily work activities based on production priorities. Monitor workflow and staffing throughout the shift and communicate resource needs. Support schedule attainment and daily production goals. Ensure adherence to cGMP, SOPs, and quality requirements. Train, onboard, and cross-train operators. Support safety initiatives and maintain a clean manufacturing environment. Participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement activities. Serve as the primary escalation point for day-to-day operational issues. Coordinate with Quality, Engineering, Materials, and Maintenance. Assist in production activities as business needs require.

High School Diploma or GED required. Minimum 2 years manufacturing experience in a regulated environment. Strong communication and leadership skills. Medical device manufacturing experience preferred. Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook proficiency. Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement experience preferred. Key Relationships Manufacturing Operators Operations Supervisor Operations Manager Quality Engineering and Quality Assurance Manufacturing Engineering Buyer/Planner and Materials Team Maintenance and Training Coordinator Scope and Impact This position directly impacts daily production execution, safety performance, training effectiveness, product quality, and schedule attainment within the Arista and Aspen manufacturing areas.

Lead serves as a critical link between production personnel and leadership. 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. #earlycareer 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