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Machine Operator 2

BD
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 22 Jul 2026
💰 $62,000/yr($38,000/yr$62,000/yr)

About the role

As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), by applying to this role, you will be applying for a position with Waters. Waters is a global leader in life sciences, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, Waters’ innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across biology, chemistry, and physics. Waters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters’ passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

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.

Job Description

Job Overview
Performs routine setup, operation, minor routine maintenance, preventative maintenance (PM) and troubleshooting of moderately complex/automated manufacturing equipment. Controls and adjusts machine settings. Inspects in-process parts to ensure consistent quality and removes defective product, packaging, and component material. Assists with root-cause analysis activities for process or product exceptions. Checks work using prescribed gauges, jigs and fixtures to measure close tolerances. May 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 basic issues associated with the machine performance and/or
product quality.

Responsibilities and Duties
o Works within standards and operating procedures to plan, perform, and make decisions regarding the set up and operations of a variety of production equipment, including automated machine processes and controls to perform routine assembly-line production functions of filling, packing, assembling, labeling and inspecting
o Uses independent judgment in troubleshooting and problem solving under general supervision
o May perform clean up functions in sterilized areas
o Identifies the need for minor equipment repairs
o May analyze and evaluate charts, follows simple diagrams, testing, and inspecting procedures
o Assists with root-cause analysis activities for process or product exceptions
o May monitor quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
o Ensures accurate documentation of all relevant quality, safety, and maintenance documents. Identifies, troubleshoots, and resolves basic issues associated with the machine performance and/or product quality.
o Demonstrates the ability to follow established procedures according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
o Must follow all BD housekeeping policies and procedures
o Must follow all BD safety policies and procedures
o Must be able to work overtime as required to meet BD business requirements
o Perform other duties as required

Qualifications
Minimum Education/Experience:

o Highschool with 2 years manufacturing experience in a regulated environment (FDA). Relevant manufacturing experience in Food, Pharma and Industrial manufacturing preferred.
o AA technical degree with 0 years' experience

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

Proficient/Working Skills:
o Must be proficient in English with the ability to read, write, analyze/evaluate charts,
follow simple diagrams and perform basic arithmetic
o Basic proficiency with PCs (Personal Computers) and basic use of a Windows
environment is required

Why Join Us?

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