Equipment Specialist
BD
Summary
Operates and monitors automated and semi-automated manufacturing equipment to produce high-quality medical devices in a fast-paced production environment. Responsible for equipment setup and changeovers, quality checks, troubleshooting production issues, maintaining documentation, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Works as part of a self-directed team while following BD safety and quality standards.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Operates multiple processes on high speed automated or semi-automated manufacturing equipment.
- Participates in all equipment changeovers or set-ups.
- Monitors assigned processes to ensure high quality production.
- Removes defective product from the automated or semi-automated processes.
- Participates in the division of labor of self-directed work responsibilities including attendance, scheduling of work assignments, compliance audits, etc.
- Maintains 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.
- Maintains records and documents as required.
- Determines the cause of quality problems and takes appropriate action per the task documents.
- May perform Process Control Operator duties, as required.
- Works overtime as needed by the department.
- Actively participates in Continuous Improvement teams and activities, including 5S, blitzes, Shift Start-up, updating PVD boards, etc.
- Continuously improves through the KAS program, meeting department goals for completed KAS.
- Follows all local, state, federal, and BD safety regulations, policies, and procedures including RCRA Hazardous Waste regulations.
- Follows all local BD quality policies, procedures, and practices through consistent application of sound quality assurance principles.
- Other duties as assigned.
Deliverables
- Maintain safe work behaviors
- High quality products manufactured per task documents
- Meet or exceed department KAS completion goals
Education & Experience Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent experience preferred
- Effective written and oral communication skills (English), basic math skills, and interpersonal skills
- One to two years of previous manufacturing/production experience is preferred
- Must also have good dexterity and coordination
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent experience preferred
- Effective written and oral communication skills (English)
- Basic math skills
- Interpersonal skills
- One to two years of previous manufacturing/production experience preferred
- Good dexterity and coordination
Benefits
- Work-life balance
- Professional development
Company overview
BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) is one of the world's largest global medical technology companies, founded in 1897 and headquartered in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey. As a Fortune 500 company, BD specializes in developing, manufacturing, and selling medical devices, instrument systems, and reagents across three primary segments: BD Medical, BD Life Sciences, and BD Interventional. The company's extensive product portfolio includes medical equipment such as syringes, needles, infusion systems, diagnostic instruments, flow cytometers, and surgical devices. With over 70,000 employees worldwide and operations in virtually every country, BD focuses on advancing healthcare through innovations in medical discovery, diagnostics, and care delivery. The company has a rich history of pioneering medical technologies, including the first insulin injection device, the Vacutainer blood collection system, and numerous safety-engineered medical devices. BD's mission centers on improving clinical therapy for patients and enhancing clinical processes for healthcare providers while addressing global health challenges through strategic partnerships and continuous innovation.