Operating Technician (Wed-Sat 4:30pm-4:30am)
B. Braun Medical Inc. (US)
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Job summary
Qualifications
- 5-8 years related experience or completed technical requirements.
- Regular onsite attendance required.
- Applicable industry/professional certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Operate assigned equipment and follow standard procedures.
- Conduct training for operators.
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment.
Skills
Education
Tools
Job description
Operating Technician (Wed-Sat 4:30pm-4:30am) – B. Braun Medical Inc. (US) | Irvine, CA
Job Posting Location: Irvine, California, United States
B. Braun Medical Inc., a leader in infusion therapy and pain management, develops, manufactures, and markets innovative medical products and services to the healthcare industry. Other key product areas include nutrition, pharmacy admixture and compounding, ostomy and wound care, and dialysis. The company is committed to eliminating preventable treatment errors and enhancing patient, clinician and environmental safety. B. Braun Medical is headquartered in Bethlehem, PA, and is part of the B. Braun Group of Companies in the U.S., which includes B. Braun Interventional Systems, Aesculap and CAPS.
- Operate all assigned equipment, follow and oversee the standard work according to department SOPs.
- Work with the manufacturing leaders to establish, implement, maintain, and enhance standard work in the area.
- Conduct training for operators on standard work and trouble-shooting techniques and evaluate the effectiveness of training.
- Recommend changes to operating procedures to improve quality and efficiency.
- Contribute and participate in continuous improvement programs including LPMS, 5S, KATA, and Kaizen events.
- Troubleshoot machine/line stoppage, perform repairs, and facilitate the escalation process for additional technical support as required.
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance activities during machine downtime and/or, partner with operations, mechanics and engineers as appropriate to execute maintenance activities.
- Monitor production quality and take action according to the standard work / SOP.
- Complete appropriate documentation including batch records, log books, PM and DM as required, following good documentation practices.
- Higher level Operating technicians will perform all functions listed above on multiple pieces of equipment as determined by department management.
- Equipment Alignment: Align peripheral equipment or arrange for assistance and complete necessary documentation.
- Set-Up and Start-Up: Perform set-up and start-up for code changes according to equipment manuals and product specifications and procedures.
- Operate and maintain machinery: Start and stop the machine as needed, including cleaning and restarting after electrical failure or other interruptions.
- Material Handling: Feed materials to the machine, inspect, pack, and document according to plant procedures.
- Monitor Machine Performance: Ensure the machine operates within its validated perimeters, adhering to process validation, procedures, specifications, and safety and environmental regulations.
- Operational Standards: Comply with operational standards for efficiency, production, scrap, downtime, and cycle time.
- Waste management: Remove, verify, and identify waste (scrap) from stations as required.
- Product Packaging: Pack products in double plastic bags with proper identification and seal them hermetically.
- Production Monitoring/Shift Information: Prepare information boards for responsible machines. Maintain written records or production graphs to monitor productivity and establish trends.
- Work Area Sanitation: Sanitize worktables, conveyors, and inspection tables.
- Quality Control: Identify, report, and address deviations in process parameters or incidents affecting product quality.
- Testing: Perform dimensional, functional, and special tests according to specifications and SOPs.
- Product Inspection: Visually and instrumentally inspect products in process to detect defects according to specifications.
- Record Keeping: Maintain records of critical machine parameters and complete required documentation.
- Manually or electronically document required information, including parameters, batches, and production data.
- Routine Maintenance: Conduct routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance, including cleaning, greasing, and lubricating machinery.
- Troubleshoot Issues: Diagnose and repair malfunctions in machinery.
- Tool Management: Maintain and secure provided tools.
- Follow Safety Protocols: Adhere to safety regulations and protocols.
- Ensure Compliance: Ensure all machinery and systems comply with industry standards.
- Communication: Notify and keep Automation, Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering personnel informed of any issues affecting machine operation or process.
- Process Improvement: Collaborate with Automation, Process Engineering, and Quality Department personnel to analyze and improve manufacturing processes.
- Train Staff: Train other staff members on the operation and maintenance of assigned equipment.
The job function listed is not exhaustive and shall also include any responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.
General: It shall be the duty of every employee while at work to take reasonable care for safety and health of himself/herself and other persons.
- Required to apply comprehensive working knowledge of technical field/area of specialization. Exercises general application of principles, theories and concepts, and proposes a course of action. Performs comprehensive shop floor competencies.
- Works under general supervision. May periodically assist in orienting, training, assigning & checking the work of other peers.
- May require some limited judgement in resolving problems.
- Contacts are primarily with department supervisors, leads, subordinates, and peers. Occasional contact with external contractors/vendors.
Required:
- High school diploma/G.E.D required, Associate's or technical degree preferred.
- 05-08 years related experience OR Technical requirements completed and pass assessment at appropriate level.
- Applicable industry/professional certification preferred.
- Regular and predictable on-site attendance
Compensation details: 33.99-33.99 Hourly Wage
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Noise Intensity: Moderate
- Production/manufacturing environment
We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, click here.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other legally protected status.
B. Braun Medical, Inc.
Location: Irvine, California, United States
Functional Area: Other Areas
Working Model: Onsite
Days of Work: Friday, Thursday, Saturday, Wednesday
Shift: 3/4 X 12
Relocation Available: No
Requisition ID: 3986
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