Quality Director

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

- Decisions have an extended impact on work processes and outcomes. Erroneous decisions result in critical delays and modification to projects or operations; cause substantial expenditure of additional time, human resources, and funds; and jeopardize future business performance.

- Works on issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth knowledge of organizational objectives.

- Implements strategic policies when selecting methods and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.

- Establishes and assures adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans and performance requirements. This position is accountable for responsibilities with high complexity. Has in-depth understanding of quality and regulatory principles.

- Establishes strategy and direction. Ensures effective implementation for the assigned quality function in alignment with strategic plans established with top management and executive leadership. Contributes to business strategies and plans.

- Interprets company-wide policies and procedures. Develops budgets, schedules and performance standards.

- Interact both internally and externally with executive-level management, requiring negotiation of critical matters.

- Requires the ability to change the thinking of, or gain acceptance from, others in sensitive situations, without damage to the relationship.

- Often serves on Leadership Teams such as ESC (Executive Steering Committee), Plant LT (Leadership Team), Extended Quality LT

- Establishes operational objectives and work plans; delegates assignments to associates.

- Manages subordinate managers and/or experienced specialist employees who exercise significant latitude and independence

- Advances the Leadership Bench strength of the company.

Qualifications

- Ability and skill to effectively manage multiple tasks and drive execution of organizational objectives and strategies

- Ability and skill to lead a management team in managing subordinates and executing organizational objectives and/or strategies

- Ability to effectively write communications that ensures clarity, accuracy and consideration of the audience

- Ability to speak with clarity and express points of view in a variety of settings; one-on-one interactions, group meetings, and senior management/executive level

- Ability to listen to others; including associates, managers, peers and customers when making decisions and solving problems

- Ability to drive for results and effectively work through conflicts in working teams by facilitating conflict resolution

- Sound workable knowledge and understanding of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 21 CFR 820 and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) I ISO 13485:2003

- Ability to identify and develop medium and high potential associates

- Ability to manage budgets, work schedules and performance requirements

Minimum Education and Experience

Typically requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in science, engineering or other relevant discipline, with a minimum of ten plus years relevant supervision experience. Often viewed as a thought leader in a specific area.

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 MD - Sparks - 7 Loveton Circle

Work Shift

At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs. You can learn more on our career site under "Our Commitment to You."

Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed.

Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role.

Salary Range Information

$163,000.00 - $293,300.00 USD Annual