We are the people who give possibilities purposeBD 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 DescriptionThe Laboratory Supervisor reports to the Sr. Manager within the Quality organization and is responsible for leading, supervising, and providing technical oversight of daily operations within the Product Test Laboratory (PTL). This role ensures laboratory activities support design verification, product lifecycle testing, and sustaining engineering efforts while maintaining compliance with applicable quality system requirements.The Laboratory Supervisor plays a key role in cross-functional collaboration with R&D and Quality Engineering, ensuring testing strategies, execution, and documentation meet regulatory and design control requirements within a regulated medical device environment.Leadership & People ManagementProvide direct supervision, coaching, and performance management for laboratory staffEstablish clear expectations, support development plans, and ensure appropriate training and qualification of personnelFoster a culture of accountability, collaboration, compliance, and continuous improvementEnsure effective resource planning, workload balancing, and cross-training to support business continuityLaboratory Operations & OversightPlan, schedule, and prioritize laboratory testing activities aligned with project timelines and organizational prioritiesEnsure laboratory operations are executed efficiently, consistently, and in compliance with established proceduresMaintain oversight of laboratory inventory, equipment, consumables, and test samplesDrive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance laboratory efficiency, throughput, and data quality.R&D, Design Verification & Quality Engineering Collaboration and testing supportPartner closely with R&D and Quality Engineering to support design verification (DV), validation, and characterization testing activities as such asCollaborate on development and refinement of:o Test strategies and Schedulingo Verification protocols reviewEnsure alignment of test execution with requestorsSupport protocol reviews with Quality Engineering, ensuring compliance, clarity, and completeness prior to executionMay participate in cross-functional design reviews and provide feedback on test feasibility, risks, and data interpretationSupport investigation of test failures, working collaboratively with R&D and Quality to drive root cause analysis and resolution.Data Integrity & DocumentationEnsure accurate, timely, and compliant test data collection, review, and documentation within controlled systems (e.g., QMS, SAP)Review raw data, test results, and reports for compliance and technical accuracyEnsure all testing is executed per approved protocols and controlled proceduresValidate laboratory spreadsheets, automated tools, and data acquisition systems used for analysis as applicable.QMS Compliance & Laboratory ProceduresEnsure laboratory operations are compliant with Quality Management System (QMS) requirements, including:o Controlled procedures and work instructionso Document control and record retentiono Change management processesDevelop, maintain, and continuously improve laboratory procedures, test methods, and standardized work instructionsEquipment & Method Lifecycle ManagementOversee equipment lifecycle, including IQ/OQ/PQ (IOPQ), calibration, preventive maintenance, and troubleshootingGenerate and approve qualification protocols and reports for laboratory and software-based systemsSupport method development, validation, verification, and transfer activitiesEnsure equipment and methods remain in a validated/qualified stateQuality, Compliance & Audit ParticipationEnsure laboratory maintains a state of audit readiness at all timesActively participate in internal, external, and regulatory audits and inspections, representing laboratory operationsSupport audit preparation activities, including documentation review and gap assessmentsAddress audit observations through CAPA development and implementationParticipate in nonconformance investigations, deviations, and risk assessments related to laboratory activitiesMinimum Requirement:Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, or other related Life ScienceA minimum of 5 years' proven experience, with a minimum of 2-3 years working in a laboratory in a team lead position preferredGood verbal and written communication skillsTeam-orientedWhy 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. To learn more about BD visit https://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.Required SkillsOptional Skills.Primary Work LocationUSA CA - San Diego Bldg A&BAdditional LocationsWork ShiftNA (United States of America) 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$100,000.00 - $160,000.00 USD Annual