Machine Operator

BD; Canaan (CT); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical technology company is seeking dedicated operators to monitor product quality and ensure equipment performance. Candidates should either possess an H.S. Diploma/G.E.D. or have 2 years of relevant manufacturing experience. The role requires on-site collaboration for a minimum of four days a week, emphasizing quality documentation and safety compliance. Starting pay ranges from $21-$23 per hour, with additional compensation for night shifts.

Qualifications

• Preferred: H.S. Diploma/G.E.D. or 2 years of industrial/manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor operations for product quality and equipment performance.
• Make adjustments to equipment to maintain quality and productivity.
• Complete all quality documentation accurately.
• Assist line technicians with repairs and maintenance.
• Keep work area neat and comply with GMP requirements.

Education

H.S. Diploma/G.E.D.

2 years of industrial/manufacturing experience

Job description

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.

Work hours

7PM-7AM

Responsibilities

• Continually monitor operations for product quality and equipment performance.
• Make authorized adjustments and modifications to equipment as needed to maintain process quality and productivity.
• Responsible for product quality; in-process checks, accurately complete all quality documentation, quality documentation review, requalification, rework.
• Seek assistance from mechanical technicians & cell leads to meet production and quality expectations when required.
• Perform or assist with product or equipment changeovers.
• Assist line technicians with equipment repair, trouble shooting and preventive maintenance.
• Keep machinery, work area and floors neat and orderly and comply with GMP requirements.
• Perform quality inspections, process tests and record data accurately as required.
• Maintain accurate documentation for reporting PPH, scrap/waste, SAP and MES transactions.
• Identify and report any issues to the Cell Lead.
• Proactively participate in problem solving methods through CI activities, (Blitz’s, Kaizens, KAS).
• Operators must effectively cooperate with the others to ensure effective shift transfer and communication.
• Support business needs by working overtime as necessary to satisfy schedule requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Safety

• Participate fully to achieve the department’s safety goals.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Hold self accountable to follow all safety policies & procedures.
• Debrief accidents and implement solutions to eliminate root cause.
• Hold team members to safety standards/regulations & policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma/G.E.D. preferred OR 2 years of industrial/manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Please note starting pay for this position ranges from $21-23 per hour. For night shift positions, a 10% shift differential will be added as additional hourly pay as well.

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

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.

>To learn more about BD visithttps://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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