Becton, Dickinson and Company

Quality Systems & Improvement Leader

Becton, Dickinson and Company$90K — $120K *
Sandy, UT 84092In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of experience or 6 years of relevant experience
  • Preferred supervisory experience in technical roles
  • Leadership and project management skills
  • Experience in medical devices or pharmaceuticals
  • ASQ certifications (CTQ or QE) preferred
  • Six Sigma Green Belt certification or training
  • Familiarity with tools like Minitab, SAP, and TrackWise

Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with corporate standards, FDA regulations, and ISO 13485
  • Analyze quality system performance using data metrics and audits
  • Oversee implementation of electronic Device History Record (eDHR) program
  • Identify gaps and lead quality improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma
  • Act as a subject matter expert during audits and inspections
  • Coordinate remediation activities from findings, developing corrective action plans
  • Collaborate across departments to align and enhance quality processes
  • Provide actionable insights to leadership on quality metrics and initiatives
  • Create visual data presentations for clear communication of trends
  • Supervise and mentor a quality team, fostering a culture of accountability
  • Promote a quality-centric culture throughout the organization
  • Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and quality standards

Benefits

  • Emphasis on collaborative, on-site work culture for enhanced problem-solving
  • Support for flexibility and work-life balance in workplace arrangements
  • Opportunities for professional development and team mentorship
  • Diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes accountability and continuous improvement
  • Access to cutting-edge tools and methodologies in quality management
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Quality Systems & Improvement Leader is responsible for ensuring the effectiveness, compliance, and continuous improvement of the site Quality Management System (QMS). This role provides leadership and oversight of quality system processes, including electronic Device History Records (eDHR), and drives initiatives to enhance quality, compliance, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities:
  • Be the Guardian of Compliance: Ensure our site Quality Management System (QMS) stays ahead of the curve-maintaining full compliance with corporate standards, FDA regulations, ISO 13485, and industry best practices
  • Drive Performance Through Data: Monitor and analyze quality system performance using metrics, trend analysis, and internal audits.
  • Lead Digital Transformation: Oversee the implementation of our site's eDHR (electronic Device History Record) program
  • Innovate & Improve: Spearhead quality system improvement initiatives by hunting down gaps, inefficiencies, and risks, then implementing smart, data-driven solutions using structured methodologies like Lean, Six Sigma, and risk-based.
  • Be the Expert Voice: Serve as the go-to subject matter expert (SME) during internal and external audits and regulatory inspections
  • Turn Findings into Wins: Lead and support remediation activities from audits, inspections, or compliance gaps. You'll develop and execute corrective action plans with thorough root cause analysis that prevents recurrence.
  • Break Down Silos: Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, IT, and Regulatory Affairs teams to ensure quality system processes are aligned and effective.
  • Tell the Quality Story: Provide regular, insightful updates to leadership on quality system health, emerging risks, and improvement initiatives that matter.
  • Make Data Visual: Create compelling data visualizations and dashboards that communicate trends clearly and drive meaningful action across the organization.
  • Build & Develop Your Team: Supervise and mentor a team of 2+ quality associates by setting clear goals, providing hands-on coaching, and fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement that extends beyond your immediate team.
  • Be a Culture Champion: Promote and embed a culture of quality and continuous improvement throughout the entire plant-making quality everyone's responsibility.
  • Ensure Safety Compliance: Maintain full compliance with all local, state, federal, and BD Safety regulations, policies, and procedures, including RCRA Hazardous waste regulations.
  • Uphold Quality Standards: Consistently apply sound quality assurance principles and comply with all local BD quality policies, procedures, and practices.


Required Qualifications:
  • Requires a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years' experience, or
  • 6 years relevant experience


Preferred Qualifications:
  • 1 year of direct supervisory experience of technical professionals.
  • Leadership and project management experience
  • Medical device or pharmaceutical experience.
  • ASQ certified quality technician (CTQ) or ASQ QE certification
  • Continuous Improvement experience and Six Sigma Green Belt certification/training
  • Experience with Minitab, SAP, and TrackWise.

Knowledge and Skills:
  • Advanced communication skills
  • Analytical problem solving skills, technical writing skills, automated documentation systems and root cause analysis.
  • Knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements


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.

Primary Work Location
USA UT - Sandy

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