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BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) BD Climbers Leadership Development Program (CLDP) in Covington, Georgia

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Job Description

We are the makers of possible

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.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

The Climbers Leadership Development Program (CLDP) is designed to develop future leaders of BD’s Urology & Critical Care (UCC) business unit by providing associates with exciting, high impact projects in each functional area of product development! It is a 2 ½ year program that includes five six-month rotations in Quality, R&D, Marketing, Operations, and a flexible rotation (PMO, Innovation, Regulatory, etc.). Rotations are located in Covington, GA with at least one covered relocation to a plant for the Operations rotation. In each rotation, the associate will represent the Corporation, Business Unit, and Department in a professional manner, including adhering to proper protocols and traveling as needed.

Duties and responsibilities:

Quality

  • Contribute to the risk management of new and existing products

  • Create and review documents required for Design History Files including Design Verification and Validation Protocols and Reports.

  • Participate in Internal and External Audits

  • Support CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions) and continuous improvement initiatives

Research & Development

  • Plan, execute, and document product development activities supporting new or improved products

  • Plan, coordinate, and complete Voice of Customer activities and User Research studies

  • Develop project management capabilities, collect user feedback or input, generate user and product requirements, and participate in quarterly ideation day contests

  • Support engineering teams with test method development, validation study design, protocol/report generation, and verification & validation (V&V) testing execution.

  • Perform verification and validation tests and experiments in accordance with the requirements of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)

Manufacturing

  • Lead design transfer activities (e.g., IQ, OQ, PQ) for New Product Development or cost improvement initiatives for Sustaining Engineering

  • Develop and implement improvements to manufacturing procedures

  • Opportunity to relocate to a BDI UCC plant for this rotation (Pennsylvania, or Arizona/Mexico) – relocation package provided

Marketing

  • Lead market research planning and execution to collect voice of customer for New Product Development or Sustaining Engineering projects (e.g., interviews, surveys, hospital visits)

  • Develop or update product labeling for projects and marketing promotional materials for upcoming launches.

  • Support the marketing and sales team at external conferences and internal meetings (e.g., National Sales Meeting)

  • Conduct market data research and competitive analysis to aid in business cases

Regulatory Affairs (Flexible Rotation Option)

  • Provide regulatory support for New Product Development or Sustaining Engineering projects (e.g., developing regulatory strategies, timeline development, and reviewing submission related documents) and prepare worldwide submissions, as required

  • Provide review of product labeling for worldwide regulatory compliance

Innovation (Flexible Rotation Option)

  • Execute UCC’s early ideation process using a modified Stanford Biodesign methodology to discover and characterize new clinical and business opportunities

  • Lead upstream market research planning and execution to collect voice of customer for projects in the innovation pipeline (e.g. interviews, surveys, hospital visits)

  • Plan and execute activities of quarterly ideation day contest.

  • Partner with internal BD associates and external partners for product prototyping and voice of customer efforts

Project Management (Flexible Rotation Option)

  • Provide oversight and support to project teams throughout the development cycle to help project teams manage the budget, schedule, and risk profile for their projects

  • Create accurate, data-driven estimates for cross functional project assumptions

  • Support the creation and implementation of project management tools and initiatives

  • Manage the NPD reporting program

Required qualifications:

Education:

  • BS or BS / MS in Engineering from a 4-year college. Preferred majors: Biomedical, Electrical, Material, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering

  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction as to duration.

Experience:

  • Prior Co-Op / Internship experience preferred

  • Proven leadership skills

  • Experience working in a team environment

  • Enthusiasm and eagerness to learn

  • Geographic flexibility

  • Understand basic applied statistics

  • Understand Basic Fundamentals of Engineering Principles

  • Ability to effectively manage time and multiple assignments

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation)

Work environment:

  • Office and manufacturing environments

  • May include visits to clinical sites or hospitals

In order to qualify for this position, applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the US. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visa at this time.

Join us for a virtual info session to learn more about the CLDP! Register here:

September 13, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm EST https://tinyurl.com/28wek2ox

September 26, 2024 5:00pm - 6:00pm EST https://tinyurl.com/22ju3jed

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.

Why join us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve 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. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time. And through the organization’s investment in BD University, you will continually level up your tech skills and expertise.

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 health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

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

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of 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, or any other protected status.

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Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of 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, or any other protected status.

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