Equipment Specialist - Night

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 its 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 Summary :

As an Equipment Specialist, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining machines / equipment used in the production of medical devices. Your primary role will be to ensure the efficient and smooth operation of the equipment to meet production targets and maintain product quality. Participates in all team meetings, activities, team building initiatives, and operational excellence activities.

Benefit Highlights

Temperature controlled environment- great for summer!

Clean and safety driven

24 hour on-site gym- great for night shift!

Significant room for professional growth

Healthy Lives Program

On-site cafeteria available

Significant Paid Time Off (PTO)

Non-elective 401k with automatic company contributions

RESPONSIBILITIES

Operates multiple processes on or around high speed automated or semi-automated manufacturing equipment.

Participates in equipment changeovers or set-ups.

Monitors assigned processes to ensure high quality production

Respond to machine faults and restore to normal operation

Participate in autonomous maintenance to maintain assigned equipment / area

Drives to meet or exceed all expected line / zone performance

Removes defective product from the automated or semi-automated processes.

Maintains accurate records and documents as required.

Continuously improves through the Kaizen Action Sheet (KAS) program

Produces high quality products manufactured per task documents

Maintain equipment and a clean area by performing tasks such as sweeping, mopping, and wiping down equipment.

Maintains an open line of communication to ensure all problems / changes are communicated and resolved in a timely manner

Participate in root cause analysis to identify and resolve issues as needed

Participate in tier 1 shifts' start-up meetings, 5S, and Kaizen events

Support and maintain a safe working environment including the submission of employee safety observations (ESO)

Willingness to rotate into different tasks and responsibilities as needed

Ability to train other associates as needed

Ability to identify production issues and clearly communication to support functions

Complies with all local, state, federal, and BD safety & quality regulations, policies, procedures including RCRA Hazardous Waste regulations, and practices through consistent application of sound quality assurance principles.

Required Qualifications :

High School Diploma / GED OR 1 year consecutive work experience

Preferred Qualifications :

2 years on the job experience

Skills :

Must be able to read & write in written English and communicate in verbal English

Effectively work in a team setting and communicate across the department

Ability to work on assignments that are semi-routine in nature with the skill to recognize any deviations from specification

Ability to operate independently within the constraints of approved process-related documentation

Ability analyze / evaluate charts, follow simple diagrams and perform basic arithmetic

Basic proficiency with PCs (Personal Computers) and basic use of a Windows environment

Work Environment & Essential Physical Functions :

This position is in a clean room or laboratory manufacturing environment and the physical demands. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

They are required to stand and / or occasionally sit for extended periods of time. Bending, stooping reaching, kneeling, climbing, balancing, crouching, pushing / pulling, repetitive grasping, hearing, twisting, lifting, frequent use of hand to finger, handle, feel, pick or type which can include repetitive motion of the wrists, hands or fingers.

Lift 20 pounds, occasionally pulling / pushing up to 30 pounds, frequently pushing / pulling up to 10 lbs and carry up to 5 lbs. Exposure working near loud moving mechanical equipment, and potential temperature fluctuations, fumes, airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, cleaning compounds and solvents.

Employees must have normal field of vision corrected to 20 / 40 in each eye and must have hearing sufficient to safely operate material handling equipment in a manufacturing / distribution environment. Must be willing and able to wear required PPE such as, safety glasses, face mask and / or shield, hearing protection, safety shoes, hair and beard net and smock.

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

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.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health.