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.
Enterprise Leadership & Strategy
Establish and own the global machine safety vision, strategy, and roadmap aligned with enterprise EHS and operational excellence objectives.
Define and govern global machine safety expectations for all manufacturing operations, including legacy equipment, new installations, and emerging technologies.
Serve as an escalation point for high-risk machine safety issues and risk acceptance decisions.
Standards, Policies & Governance
Develop, approve, and maintain corporate standards related to:
Machine guarding and safeguarding
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
Electrical, controls, and functional safety systems
Ensure alignment with regulatory and consensus standards (OSHA, ANSI, ISO, IEC, NFPA) and regional legal requirements.
Establish governance mechanisms to ensure consistent application and compliance across all sites and regions.
Risk Management & Injury Prevention
Define the network approach to machine risk assessment and risk reduction, including methodologies, tools, and escalation thresholds.
Ensure high‑risk machinery and processes are identified, assessed, and mitigated using robust engineering controls.
Monitor machine-related incident trends, near misses, and precursor events; sponsor systemic corrective actions.
Capital Projects & Global Engineering Integration
Embed machine safety requirements into:
Capital project design standards
Equipment purchase specifications
OEM and systems integrator contracts
Provide leadership oversight and approval for machine safety aspects of:
Major capital investments
Automation, robotics, and digital manufacturing initiatives
Significant equipment modifications and line upgrades
Influence equipment standardization and technology selection to reduce enterprise risk.
Organizational Leadership & Capability Building
Lead, coach, and develop global or regional machine safety resources.
Define role-based competency requirements for engineers, maintenance teams, and operators.
Sponsor global training programs to build and sustain machine safety capability.
Assurance, Audits & Performance Management
Establish machine safety assurance programs, including audits, self-assessments, and maturity models.
Review site performance, validate closure of high‑risk findings, and ensure sustainable risk reduction.
Define and track enterprise KPIs related to machine safety, including leading indicators.
Executive & External Engagement
Advise executive leadership on machine safety risks, investments, and performance.
Support regulatory interactions, inspections, and legal matters related to machinery safety.
Represent the company in external forums, industry groups, and standards committees as appropriate.
Required Qualifications
Education
Experience
Technical Expertise
Preferred Qualifications & Certifications
At BD, we are committed to supporting our associates’ well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role:
Annual Bonus
Potential Discretionary LTI Bonus
Potential reimbursement of phone use
Health and Well-being Benefits
Medical coverage
Health Savings Accounts
Flexible Spending Accounts
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Hospital Care Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accidental Injury Insurance
Life and AD&D insurance
Short-term disability coverage
Long-term disability insurance
Long-term care with life insurance
Other Well-being Resources
Anxiety management program
Wellness incentives
Sleep improvement program
Diabetes management program
Virtual physical therapy
Emotional/mental health support programs
Weight management programs
Gastrointestinal health program
Substance use management program
Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit
Retirement and Financial Well-being
BD 401(k) Plan
BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan
529 College Savings Plan
Financial counseling
Baxter Credit Union (BCU)
Daily Pay
College financial aid and application guidance
Life Balance Programs
Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves
Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement
MetLife Legal Plan
Group auto and home insurance
Pet insurance
Commuter benefits
Discounts on products and services
Academic Achievement Scholarship
Service Recognition Awards
Employer matching donation
Workplace accommodations
Other Life Balance Programs
Adoption assistance
Backup day care and eldercare
Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers
Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Parental Leave
Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age-related hormonal changes
Leave Programs
Bereavement leaves
Military leave
Personal leave
Family and Medical Leave (FML)
Jury and Witness Duty Leave
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.
To learn more about BD visithttps://bd.com/careers.
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.
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