Job Description Summary

Performs and leads set up, operation, minor and major routine maintenance, preventative maintenance (PM) and troubleshooting of highly complex/highly automated manufacturing equipment. Controls and adjusts machine settings. Inspects in-process parts to ensure consistent quality and removes defective product, packaging, and component material. Must possess mechanical aptitude to complete changeover of equipment and some operator level preventive maintenance.  Assists with root-cause analysis activities for process or product exceptions. Checks work using prescribed gauges, jigs and fixtures to measure close tolerances. Monitors and verifies quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures. Ensures accurate documentation of all relevant quality, safety and maintenance documents. Identifies, troubleshoots, and resolves highly complex issues associated with the machine performance and/or product quality. Provides additional leadership support as needed and escalates team issues as necessary.

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. 

Responsibilities

• Plan, perform, and make decisions regarding the set up and operations of a variety of production equipment.
• Perform routine assembly-line production functions of filling, packing, assembling, labeling and inspecting
• Responsible for complex troubleshooting and problem solving
• Analyze and evaluate charts, follows simple diagrams, testing, and inspecting procedures
• Conducts root-cause analysis activities for process or product exceptions
• Monitor quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
• Ensures accurate documentation of all relevant quality, safety, and maintenance documents.
• Identifies, troubleshoots, and resolves complex issues associated with the machine performance and/or product quality.
• Provides training support for on-boarding and/or new procedures
• Provides coaching to associates on day-to-day activities and performance
• May be required to take the lead of a team in the event of a project assignment or interim coverage for a supervisor
• Provides continuous improvement recommendations and/or solutions to support overall operational efficiency
• Follows established procedures according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Must follow all BD housekeeping and safety policies and procedures
• Must be able to work overtime as required to meet BD business requirements

Qualifications

Minimum Education/Experience:

• High School degree required
• 3 years manufacturing experience required. 
• Experience in a regulated environment required.

Basic Skills:

• Can effectively work and communicate in a team setting
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to be punctual in order to ensure production
• Ability to work on assignments that are semi-routine in nature with the skill to recognize any deviations from specification
• Ability to operate independently within the constraints of approved process-related documentation

Proficient/Working Skills:

• Must be proficient in English with the ability to read, write, analyze/evaluate charts, follow simple diagrams and perform basic arithmetic

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.

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’