Job Description Summary

Experienced engineering resource to provide technical expertise and lead complex engineering projects in support of Manufacturing Unit, plant, and company goals. Ensures compliance with BD quality systems, policies, procedures, and best practices, and all local, state, federal, and BD safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Improves the competitiveness of the organization in a performance‑based team environment through advanced problem solving, process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives. Completes projects by applying strong technical knowledge and project management skills to lead multidisciplinary teams and support the Manufacturing Unit as a subject matter expert.

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 Responsibilities: (Primary Duties, Roles, and/or Authorities)

• Drives continuous improvement initiatives within the Manufacturing Unit, focused on improving safety, quality, cost, and performance, and implements and sustains BD Excellence work processes.

• Serves as the technical guide for the Manufacturing Unit, providing sound engineering judgment and decision‑making in support of daily operations and long‑term objectives.

• Identifies critical equipment settings and leads the creation and maintenance of process standards to ensure consistent and reliable operation.

• Develops and documents technical knowledge for the Manufacturing Unit and effectively transfers that knowledge to operators and technical associates through training, standard work, and hands‑on support.

• Coaches associates and engineers on continuous improvement methodologies and problem‑solving techniques within the Manufacturing Unit.

• Understands Manufacturing Unit top losses and develops and implements plans to eliminate losses and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).

• Responsible for Manufacturing Unit change control activities, including validation requirements, root cause analysis of prioritized OEE losses, and investigation of quality events and deviations.

• Supports the facility’s Quality System and execution of tactical quality and operational plans.

• Designs, develops, qualifies, and validates manufacturing processes, tooling, and equipment.

•  Leads and/or supports engineering projects by exercising independent judgment, including taking the lead in handling assigned projects and work you are doing.

• Participates in multi-functional project teams and implements individual project tasks in support of plant and company goals.

• Performs mechanical and electrical testing, including gauge repeatability and reproducibility (R&R) studies.

• Statistically analyzes data, including process capability analysis and Design of Experiments (DOE), to support data‑driven decisions.

• Solves problems, processes, equipment, and quality systems, and develops and implements effective corrective and preventive actions.

• Serves as a dedicated Technical Manufacturing Specialist who partners closely with production teams to deliver expert guidance, swiftly troubleshoot sophisticated technical challenges, implement innovative solutions, and drive continuous operational excellence through protocol implementation and process optimization.

• Effectively trains manufacturing employees on specifications, processes, and standard operating procedures.

• Demonstrates solid understanding of materials for Glens Falls Organization (GFO) product designs within areas of responsibility.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other technical field of study, plus a minimum of eight (8) years engineering experience in a manufacturing environment

Knowledge and Skills:

Basic Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate technical and operational information verbally and in