Mechanical Technician D Shift

Becton, Dickinson and Company; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Becton, Dickinson and Company in Columbus, NE is seeking a Production Equipment Technician to set up, change over and maintain production equipment, ensuring quality and efficiency. You will train operators, lead on-the-floor teams and uphold BD safety and GMP standards.

You will generate maintenance records, support process improvements, and maintain clean, compliant equipment while working safely with chemicals. This role requires English literacy and a proactive, collaborative approach.

Qualifications

• Mechanical skills/education background required.
• Ability to read and write and converse in English.
• Proficient with hand tools and precision gauges.
• Willing to follow GMP rules, safety procedures, and BD values.

Responsibilities

• Set up and changeover equipment to meet production and quality standards.
• Maintain and update maintenance records and other required documentation.
• Ensure equipment cleanliness and perform preventive maintenance.
• Provide on-the-floor leadership and coverage for absences.
• Lead teams on scheduling, process improvements, safety, and continuous improvement projects.
• Work safely with chemicals and adhere to safety protocols.

Skills

Mechanical ability

Troubleshooting

Hand tools & gauges

Independent thinking

Teamwork

Leadership

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma/GED

Associates degree in mechanical field (preferred)

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.

Job Description

Position Summary: The general function of this job is to setup, changeover, improve and maintain the production equipment condition such that quality and quantity standards are met or exceeded. Responsible for training/developing operators and providing on-the-floor leadership. 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

• Responsible for doing changeovers and setting up the equipment properly.
• Must keep equipment running in a good state of repair to meet production and quality standards.
• Is responsible for generating accurate maintenance records and other records as required by management.
• Responsible for machine cleanliness and preventive maintenance.
• Must provide coverage for others who are absent.
• Helps operators run equipment and provide assistance during operators’ break times.
• Must actively participate and lead teams, including but not limited to: scheduling, process improvement, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Must work safely, handle chemicals properly and ensure the safety of work mates.
• Expected to comply with other requests made by management.
• May work in a clean room environment and need to follow all GMP rules.
• Other duties as required to support the needs of the business.

Education

High School diploma/GED required Associates Degree preferred in a mechanical related field

Experience

Mechanical skills/education/background required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Mechanical ability - Proficient Troubleshooting and problem solving efficiently and effectively
• Proficient Hand tool and gages knowledge
• Proficient Independent thinking
• Proficient Teamwork
• Proficient Leadership skills
• Proficient PCP Level: 4 May require respirators to be worn and mandatory passing of annual fit testing. May require annual HAZWOPER training and may require being a Chemical Emergency Response Team member.

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.

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) Additional Locations Work Shift

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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.