Manufacturing Unit Process Engineer

Becton Dickinson; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Becton, Dickinson and Company in Columbus, NE seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to implement and sustain BDPS processes in the manufacturing unit. The role focuses on identifying critical equipment settings, creating standards, and transferring knowledge to operators and technical staff.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in Engineering (Mechanical preferred) with 2–3 years of manufacturing experience and a strong foundation in problem solving, quality systems, and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Ability to work as part of a team / teambuilding.
• Independent thinking / self-driven.
• Decision making ability.
• Machine design proficiency.
• Troubleshooting / problem solving.
• Safety & ergonomics expertise.
• Project management (basic).
• Quality systems knowledge.
• Logistics & planning knowledge (basic).
• Computer skills / Microsoft Office (basic).
• Financial acumen (basic).

Responsibilities

• Implements and sustains BDPS work process for the manufacturing unit.
• Identifies critical equipment settings and creation of standards.
• Transfers knowledge to operators and technical associates and coaches on continuous improvement.
• Understands top losses within the unit and develops plans to eliminate losses and improve OEE.
• Responsible for change control including validation activities and root cause analysis of OEE losses and quality events.
• Supports additional duties to meet business needs.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Independent thinking

Decision making

Machine design

Troubleshooting

Safety & ergonomics

Project management

Quality systems

Logistics & planning

MS Office

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Mechanical Engineering preferred

Job description

Job Description Duties/Responsibilities

Implements and sustains BDPS work process for the manufacturing unit. Identifies critical equipment setting and creation of standards. Creates technical knowledge for the manufacturing unit and transfers the knowledge to the operator and technical associates. Coaches associates on continuous improvement methodologies within the manufacturing unit. Understands top losses within the manufacturing unit and develops and implements plans to eliminate losses and drive OEE performance. Responsible for manufacturing unit change control including validation activities, root cause analysis of prioritized OEE losses, and quality events and deviations. Other duties as required to support the needs of the business.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree required in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering preferred.

Experience

Two years Medical manufacturing experience preferred; Three years manufacturing experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Effective Oral/written Communication - Proficient; Ability to work as part of a team / Teambuilding - Proficient; Independent thinking / Self Driven - Proficient; Decision Making Ability - Proficient; Machine Design – Proficient; Troubleshooting / Problem Solving - Advanced; Safety & Ergonomics Expertise – Proficient; Project Management - Basic; Quality Systems Knowledge – Proficient; Logistics & Planning Knowledge – Basic; Computer Skills / Microsoft Office - Basic; Financial Acumen – Basic.

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.

Primary Work Location

USA NE - Columbus (West)

Work Shift

We are the #MakersofPossible 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. We make this happen, together. We are the makers of possible. 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.