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. 

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Engineering Test and Process Technician

Job Overview

Provides and leads technical support in conjunction with process engineering to assigned manufacturing lines in support of instrument and sub-assembly manufacturing including assembly, testing, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Serve as the manufacturing process owner for assigned manufacturing line(s) including responsibility for Safety, Delivery, Quality and Cost. 

• Expertise in assembly, testing and troubleshooting for assigned platform(s).

• Assembles, tests, and troubleshoots assigned instrument production line.

• Works with Manufacturing Operators to meet weekly production goals for assigned platform(s).

• Troubleshoot electronic circuits, PCBs, mechanical systems, and integrated electromechanical systems including software. 

• Supports the process engineering activities for the assigned production line(s) such as Deviation Waivers, Quality Notification, Repair/Re-work forms, and Out of Tolerance findings. 

• Train production associates on assembly and test procedures.

• Work with Engineers to solve design and manufacturing challenges.

• Recommend continuous improvement opportunities. Perform feasibility tests.

• Revise, verify & validate, and update procedures for assigned manufacturing line(s).   

• Engineering Support - Resolve minor manufacturing assembly and test issues to support instrument and sub-assembly production; also perform testing, validations, and designs of experiments under the guidance of the department staff.

• Follows design and quality guidelines based on Good Manufacturing Practices guidelines and related BD Quality Standards and Practices.

• Must follow all BD housekeeping policies and procedures

• Must follow all BD safety policies and procedures

• Must be able to work overtime as required to meet BD business requirements

• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Education/Experience:

• Two year Associates degree in mechanical or electronics or relevant degree.  Robotics experience preferred.

Basic Skills:

• Must demonstrate capability to test for highly complex electromechanical instruments.

• Must demonstrate capability to communicate clearly through both verbal and written communication to support process engineering team.

• Proven ability and accountability to results and to improve performance and processes across a team, work cell, or project.

• Must demonstrate the ability to manage time across multiple production orders and processes within allotted time standards.

• Must demonstrate the ability to lead quality, CI, and System reviews including root cause analysis and providing solutions to a wide range of production and system issues

• Proficiency in system Performance analysis and comprehension.

• Proven leadership skills capability and ability to mentor, coach, and develop other associates

• Must demonstrate a strong ability and commitment to Continuous Improvement.

• Fundamental knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and software tools (i.e. oscilloscope, OEM software, torque drivers, gauges, bits, etc.)

• Expert in reading drawings, interpreting and measuring dimensions, requirements, etc.

• Must demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a team setting to reach common goals. 

• Experience and Performance as the SME for complex instruments and ability to work with minimal support from Engineers / Technicians

• Ability to train associates on testing complex systems, conducting repair activities, and conduct comple