Quality Engineering Technician
BD
Summary
The Quality Engineering Technician supports the Quality Department by performing various tests and tasks related to Quality Improvement projects. Identifies opportunities for efficiency and right-first-time improvement through engagement with quality inspectors, production operators and collaborating with quality engineers on defect investigations. Facilitates the daily activities related to the sorting / rework activities within the site by directing resources for containment or rework support, developing rework instructions and test plans to evaluate workforce competency for complex tasks. Provides leadership and motivation to associates to achieve desired quality and quantity, through safe and proper utilization of materials and equipment.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Recommends, initiates, or facilitates measures from Associates to improve production methods, equipment performance, product quality, changes in working condition and use of equipment so as to increase efficiency, improve quality and reduce waste.
- Instruct and facilitate training of associates in the performance of their job in a safe and efficient manner, following procedures as required.
- May assist in audits, CAPA and Kaizen projects as needed.
- Complete time studies as needed to determine the rate at which the product is sorted / reworked.
- Support quality metrics by updating and maintaining dashboards for defects (QNs) and Rework status.
- Conduct experiments and collect data for use in the analysis of process capability, cost, waste, etc.
- Perform measurements using precision measurement equipment.
- Utilize and understand component drawings and specifications in conjunction with product and process capability studies.
- Assist in the validation of equipment, material, processes, products, etc.
- Collect data and prepare written reports as needed.
Minimum Requirement
- High School Diploma or GED
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
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.