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Lead Operations Manufacturing Mechanic

BD
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Apr 2026

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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. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS  

  • Operates, sets-up, adjusts, changeovers/troubleshoots and repairs/maintains all departmental production equipment.
  • Responsibilities include production, quality, downtime and waste levels of machine operation.
  • Provides informal leadership in a team environment.
  • Trains and advises TA and fellow associates on proper set-ups and repairs of equipment.
  • Trains Technical Associates in methodical problem-solving techniques.
  • Collaborate with engineering and Automation Control Technicians to direct the completion of required projects.
  • Uses available resources: engineering, machine shop, production and maintenance departments as required.
  • Organizes and directs improvement projects to increase equipment utilization and done in conjunction with area engineers, manufacturing supervisor and other resources that may be required.
  • Audits preventative maintenance (PM) procedures and activities of Technical Associates and other operations associates.
  • Documents electronically PM audits to supervisor for corrective actions.
  • Analyzes equipment failures for frequency of failure to modify/update PM work order.
  • Sets up and debugs equipment to documented specifications.
  • Deviations from these specifications must be cleared up with the supervisor or Engineering.
  • Maintains equipment in working order to produce products within specified quality and quantity limits, adjusting, troubleshooting, cleaning and repairing as necessary.
  • Maintains equipment logs for each piece of equipment, recording pertinent information about downtime and maintenance problems.
  • MUST have clear and legible handwriting.
  • Repairs equipment and reports major problems to the supervisor.
  • Coordinates maintenance activities with the Maintenance Department, Engineering, or other technical resources, as needed for major repair/production issues.
  • Performs preventative maintenance on the equipment as specified in the PM program or as needed for smooth operation.
  • Tracks and audits PMs to ensure they are completed and closed out in the SAP system.
  • Turns on machines and ensures proper functioning of machines and control panels.
  • Makes certain safety guards are in position and working properly.
  • Verifies that part tracks/rails are clean to ensure free travel of all component parts.
  • Monitors production machinery as needed to ensure top performance.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Supports all upstream and downstream operations.
  • Maintains toolbox and surrounding area neat and clean.
  • Verifies that equipment-surrounding areas are clean during the shift.
  • Performs other Duties as required

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Required  

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Associate’s degree (Major: Advanced Mechatronics Technology) preferred
  • Completed coursework in the following subjects is preferred (relevant experience may be substituted for individual courses):
    • Schematics
    • Basic Principles of Mechanics
    • Industrial Electricity
    • Problem Solving for Mechanical Applications
    • Introduction to Industrial Technology

Experience and Knowledge

  • Mechanical Proficiency and Experience required
    • Proficient with basic hand tools.
    • Knowledgeable of feeler gauges and other tools to measure tolerances, torque, and clearances.
    • Minimum of 1 year as Set-up, Technical Associate role or equivalent.
    • Must possess foundational knowledge with troubleshooting cams, cam-followers, rod-ends, bushings, chain drives, conveyors, gearboxes, vacuum systems, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and ball-valves.
  • Basic electrical knowledge and experience with PLC’s (A/B) preferred
  • Previous leadership roles or supervisory experience preferred

Computer Literacy & Software Proficiency

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