Electro-Mechanical Technician - D Shift

Becton Dickinson; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Becton Dickinson is a leading medical technology company seeking a Maintenance Technician to service electronic and mechanical equipment in a GMP environment. You will follow blueprints, assist with QA/RA, and work within documented limits to ensure safety and reliability.

The role requires strong reading/writing in English, willingness to work a rotating D shift (6PM–6AM), and adherence to BD values and safety policies. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associates Degree in a technical field preferred; two years technical experience may substitute.
• Proficiency with SAP, Excel and Word is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose causes and repair equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Maintain parts inventory.
• Support engineering projects including installation of new equipment and IQs.
• Lead continuous improvement projects to reduce costs and waste.
• Test circuits and understand oscilloscope and voltmeter use.
• Install and modify control panel wiring; work with PLC programs.
• Train operators and assist with machine setup.
• Maintain spare parts inventory with central crib.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree in a technical field preferred

2 years technical experience in lieu of Associates Degree

Tools

SAP

Excel

Word

PLC programming

Job description

We are the people who give possibilities purpose 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.

Position Summary

Using hand tools and test equipment, the individual will perform maintenance on both electronic and mechanical equipment, such as industrial controls, computers, and servo‑mechanisms, following blueprints and manufacturer’s specifications. Performs duties within cGMPs for Medical Devices, maintaining change control, notifying QA/RA and engineering where necessary and makes adjustments only within documented and validated limits. Ensures compliance with BD quality systems, policies, procedures and best practices, and all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, policies and procedures. Regular, punctual attendance is an essential job function. Ability to read and write and converse in English. Willing and able to uphold BD Values.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting, diagnose causes and repair equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance (PM's) on equipment.
• Maintain parts inventory.
• Support engineering projects‑ordering and installation of new equipment, new equipment IQ's.
• Continuous Improvement projects to reduce expenses, improve reliability, and reduce waste.
• Test electronic circuits to locate defects and understand the use of oscilloscopes, signal generators, amp meters, and voltmeters.
• Install, modify and understand control panel wiring.
• Work closely with the Controls group to understand and modify PLC programs and maintain PLC ladder logic programs.
• Train operators and assist with machine set‑ups/operation as required.
• Work with central crib to maintain an inventory of spare parts, both fabricated and commercial.
• Perform troubleshooting and repair of pneumatic and mechanical systems.
• Propose design changes and review with engineer to upgrade equipment, eliminate re‑occurring problems, improve product quality, reduce costs, etc.
• Duties may require correction of problems during off shifts on a call‑up basis.
• Work closely with tool room to make timely repairs.
• Work schedules may fluctuate due to product and process start up or machine issues, as well as training of new associates on the off shifts.
• Must be flexible and willing to work overtime when needed.
• Other duties as required to support the needs of the business.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associates Degree in a technical field preferred
• In Lieu of Associates Degree, two years technical experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough understanding of hydraulic, electric, mechanical and pneumatic systems
• Proficient Ability to read blueprints and schematics
• Proficient computer skills (SAP, Excel, Word preferred)
• Basic Ability to maintain accurate records
• Proficient Rotating schedule / D Shift / 6PM-6AM PCP3

Work Shift

• Rotating schedule / D Shift / 6PM-6AM PCP3

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.

We are the makers of possible.

Working together, we make products that patients, families and their healthcare professionals rely on. We do this because we are committed to advancing the world of health™. But it takes the imagination and passion of all of us at BD, from manufacturing to marketing, to look at the impossible and find solutions that turn dreams into possibilities with real‑life health benefits for people today, tomorrow and beyond.

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

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

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.