Job Description Summary

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

Job Position Title: Mechanical Technician 

Function: Operations 

Location: Columbus West 

 B Shift- 6:00pm-6:00am

Job Group/Grade:     JG2 

Position Summary:  

The general function of this job is to setup, changeover, improve and maintain the production equipment condition such that quality and quantity standards are met or exceeded.  Responsible for training/developing operators and providing on-the-floor leadership.  Ensures compliance with BD quality systems, policies, procedures and best practices, and all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, policies and procedures.  Regular, punctual attendance is an essential job function.  Ability to read and write and converse in English.  Willing and able to uphold BD Values. 

Duties/Responsibilities:  

• Responsible for doing changeovers and setting up the equipment properly. 

• Must keep equipment running in a good state of repair to meet production and quality standards. 

• Is responsible for generating accurate maintenance records and other records as required by management. 

• Responsible for machine cleanliness and preventive maintenance. 

• Must provide coverage for others who are absent. 

• Helps operators run equipment and provide assistance during operators’ break times. 

• Must actively participate and lead teams, including but not limited to:  scheduling, process improvement, safety, and continuous improvement. 

• Must work safely, handle chemicals properly and ensure the safety of work mates. 

• Expected to comply with other requests made by management. 

• May work in a clean room environment and need to follow all GMP rules. 

• Other duties as required to support the needs of the business. 

Education: 

• High School diploma/GED required 

• Associates Degree preferred in a mechanical related field 

Experience:  

• Mechanical skills/education/background required  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Mechanical ability - Proficient  

• Troubleshooting and problem solving efficiently and effectively - Proficient 

• Hand tool and gages knowledge - Proficient  

• Independent thinking – Proficient 

• Teamwork – Proficient 

• Leadership skills – Proficient 

PCP Level:   4 

• May require respirators to be worn and mandatory passing of annual fit testing. 

• May require annual HAZWOPER training and may require being a Chemical Emergency Response Team member. 

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Work Environment:

• BD is a smoke-free campus.  Smoking and the use of electronic smoking devices, marijuana, or tobacco products are not allowed on BD property, grounds or in the parking areas.  We appreciate your cooperation in adhering to this policy

• False eyelashes, press-on fingernails, and Jewelry is not allowed on the production floor including dermals.  Any associate wearing dermals will be required to cover them while working on the production floor. 

• Shoes are required to be Steel Toe and non-slip for all associates while on the production floor for safety purposes.

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’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

At BD, we strive to make healthcare a priority for our associates and their families. We have a variety of plans including a new HSA Basic plan option with Cigna.

• Plan covers 100% preventative care (annual wellness exam, and immunizations)

• Visit any provider

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