VP Manufacturing

VP Manufacturing

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.

The VP Manufacturing will lead two strategically critical BD manufacturing sites—El Paso, TX and selected operations in Sandy, UT—ensuring consistent, compliant, and high-performing operations aligned with BD's quality and operational standards.

This role is accountable for delivering strong performance across safety, quality, delivery, and cost, while strengthening manufacturing processes, systems, and capabilities to support long-term business objectives.

This leader ensures the sites operate with high levels of discipline, accountability, and operational rigor, while building a sustainable foundation for future performance and growth.

Success in the role requires the ability to stabilize and continuously improve operations, embed robust manufacturing and quality practices, and develop strong leadership teams capable of sustaining results over time.

Key Accountabilities

• Manufacturing Leadership & Site Accountability
• Remediation Execution & CGMP Compliance
• Manufacturing Excellence & Process Capability
• Facility, Equipment & Capex Transformation
• Manufacturing–Engineering Integration
• Quality Culture & Operational Discipline
• Organization & Talent Leadership
• Stakeholder Management & Governance

Profile & Experience

Required Experience

• 15+ years of manufacturing leadership experience in pharmaceutical, sterile, or highly regulated environments
• Demonstrated experience in FDA remediation / warning letter response
• Deep understanding of CGMP requirements and Manufacturing Process Control
• Proven track record of leading operational turnarounds or complex site transformations

Leadership Capabilities

A transformation-focused manufacturing leader who combines deep operational expertise with strong quality and compliance discipline, capable of stabilizing complex sites while building a sustainable, pharma-grade operating system. A leader who moves the organization from reactive firefighting to disciplined, sustainable performance, while bridging site execution and broader ISC expectations.

This leader:

• Operates with credibility at the Gemba, driving execution and restoring control
• Filters complexity and translates expectations into clear priorities and actions
• Builds followership and accountability, ensuring performance is sustained through teams
• Partners effectively with Quality and enterprise stakeholders while maintaining clear operational ownership

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field (advanced degree preferred)

Success Measures (First 12–24 Months)

• Successful execution of remediation actions supporting closure of FDA observations
• Improved manufacturing performance and process stability
• Reduction in defects, deviations, and OOS trends
• Sustainable embedding of pharma-grade manufacturing and quality practices
• Strengthened leadership teams and organizational capability

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.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to 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, and other legally protected characteristics.

Primary Work Location

USA TX - El Paso - Northwestern Dr.

Additional Locations

Work Shift