Manufacturing Equipment Technician (12-Hour Permanent Day Shift)

Becton Dickinson; Singapore; On-site; SGD 33,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent 12-hour day shift

Advanced equipment exposure

Global projects

Job summary

BD's Tuas Plant in Singapore is seeking a Manufacturing Equipment Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize automated assembly equipment ensuring safe, reliable production. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, carry out setup, calibration, and tool changes, and work with Engineers to resolve complex issues.

The role expects hands-on experience with high-volume manufacturing, pneumatic and electrical components, and a mindset for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• NITEC or Diploma in mechanical/electrical engineering or related field.
• Experience in equipment maintenance and troubleshooting in manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with automated assembly equipment.
• Familiar with pneumatic systems, sensors, motors, actuators.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems in regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on automated assembly equipment and manufacturing machinery.
• Troubleshoot breakdowns, diagnose issues, and restore production quickly.
• Support machine setup, tool changes, calibration, and product changeovers.
• Collaborate with Engineers to resolve complex technical issues.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Hands-on maintenance

Education

NITEC / Higher NITEC / Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Pneumatic systems

Sensors & actuators

Job description

Job Description Overview

Join BD's manufacturing team in Tuas as a Manufacturing Equipment Technician, where you will play a critical hands-on role in maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing automated assembly equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient production operations. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in assembly equipment maintenance, machine troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, machine setup, and continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Perform hands-on preventive and corrective maintenance on automated assembly equipment and manufacturing machinery.
• Troubleshoot equipment breakdowns and machine faults to minimize downtime and restore production efficiently.
• Diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and process-related issues affecting equipment performance.
• Carry out equipment servicing, parts replacement, calibration, and machine adjustments as required.
• Escalate and support resolution of complex technical issues with Engineers and Subject Matter Experts.

Machine Setup & Production Support

• Perform machine setup, tool and die changes, equipment adjustments, and product changeovers.
• Support production operations by ensuring equipment availability, reliability, and optimal performance.
• Monitor equipment conditions and recommend improvements to enhance productivity, quality, and safety.
• Conduct equipment inspections and maintain accurate maintenance records.

Training & Technical Support

• Provide technical guidance and coaching to Technicians and Operators on equipment operation and troubleshooting.
• Support onboarding and technical training for new team members.
• Work closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance teams to resolve operational challenges.

Requirements

• NITEC, Higher NITEC, Diploma, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Experience in equipment maintenance, machine troubleshooting, or manufacturing technical support within a production environment.
• Hands-on experience maintaining automated assembly equipment, production machinery, or high-volume manufacturing systems preferred.
• Familiarity with pneumatic systems, mechanical components, sensors, motors, actuators, and machine setup activities.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments is an advantage.

Benefits & Perks

• Permanent 12-hour day shift role.
• Exposure to advanced automated assembly manufacturing equipment.
• Opportunities to participate in equipment improvement and engineering projects.
• Collaborative environment with strong technical and operational support.
• Career development opportunities within a global medical technology organization.

Location & Shift

• Primary Work Location SGP Tuas - Tuas Plant
• Additional Locations Work Shift SG Normal Production 0700-1600 (Singapore)

Why Join Us? 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 healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to 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, and other legally protected characteristics.

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BD is a leading global medical technology company that creates medical technology, devices and laboratory equipment for a variety of needs across the healthcare continuum. At BD, we are looking for candidates who possess passion, innovative solutions and a commitment to our one mission of improving access to groundbreaking medical and biotechnology services for people near and far, delivering state-of-the-art technology and cutting-edge research in the battle to fight and cure infectious diseases. With a global reach that extends across 50 countries worldwide, our network of professionals collaborates on effective measures to deliver enhanced patient quality such as lower health care delivery costs, improved health care and safety, and expanded health care for all. Join our company and see how you can become a part of one global mission to make a difference in human health.