Technical Associate (TA) - Full-time / Part-time

Job Description SummarySet-up, operate, optimize, changeover/troubleshoot, and maintain assigned departmental production equipment. Responsible for meeting/exceeding production standards, maintaining product quality, minimizing/preventing equipment downtime, and sustaining budgeted waste levels on a daily basis. 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. 

Sign-On Bonus $1,500!  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1.   Has detailed operational knowledge of the equipment to the point that they can operate within specified quality/quantity limits.

2.   Sets up and debugs equipment to the specifications listed in specifications, plant policies, and Department Procedures. Deviations from these specifications must be cleared with the supervisor or Engineering

3.   Maintains equipment in working order to produce product within specified quality and quantity limits; adjusting, solving, cleaning and repairing as necessary.

4.   Is responsible for maintaining equipment logs for each piece of equipment, recording pertinent information about downtime and maintenance problems.  Must have clear and legible handwriting.

5.   Repairs equipment within their capability and reports major problems to supervisor.  Assists the Maintenance Department, LTA/Production Mechanic or Manufacturing Technician in major repairs.

6.   Performs preventative maintenance on the equipment as specified in the plant preventative maintenance (PM) program or as needed for smooth operation.

7.   Requires mechanical ability and knowledge of proper use of tools, proper troubleshooting and set up procedures, and machine blueprint reading.

8.   Starts up equipment and ensures proper functioning of machines and control panel.  Monitors / replenishes component inventories and ensures all safety guards are in position and functional.

9.   Checks and cleans part tracks to ensure free travel of all component parts.

10.    Notifies material handler if part supplies run low.

11.    Shuts machine cycle off when a jam occurs and after clearing the jam, restarts the machine cycle.

12.    Maintains accurate production and downtime records (logbooks).

13.    Maintains a neat and orderly production environment.

14. Continually monitors in-process quality, addressing issues as needed to prevent product holds.  Performs and    documents all required Q.C. checks.  Runs all required process challenges.

15. Observes all safety and environmental procedures and Quality System Requirements (QSR).

16.       Supports upstream and downstream operations.

17.       Performs rework as required.

18.       Able to function in a team environment.

Minimum Requirement:

• High School Diploma or GED

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. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.  

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Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

Primary Work LocationUSA SC - Sumter Additional Locations Work Shift

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