Operating Technician (Wed-Sat 5:30am-5:30pm)

B. Braun Medical Inc. (US); Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 38,630 - 55,018; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

B. Braun Medical Inc. (US) in Irvine, California is seeking a dedicated technician to operate, maintain, and optimize manufacturing equipment. The role involves training operators, conducting maintenance, and ensuring quality control in production processes. A high school diploma or GED is required, preferably with an associate's degree. Candidates should have 5-8 years of relevant experience and strong technical skills. Compensation is $33.99 per hour with a benefits package including healthcare and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of related experience or completion of technical requirements.
• Regular and predictable on-site attendance required.
• Applicable industry/professional certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate assigned equipment and follow standard work.
• Conduct training for operators on standard work.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Monitor production quality and document processes.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma / GED

Associate's or technical degree

Job description

Responsibilities: Essential Duties

• Operate all assigned equipment and follow standard work according to department SOPs.
• Work with manufacturing leaders to establish, implement, maintain, and enhance standard work in the area.
• Conduct training for operators on standard work and troubleshooting techniques and evaluate the effectiveness of training.
• Recommend changes to operating procedures to improve quality and efficiency.
• Contribute to continuous improvement programs, including LPMS, 5S, KATA, and Kaizen events.
• Troubleshoot machine or line stoppage, perform repairs, and facilitate escalation for additional technical support as required.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance activities during machine downtime and/or partner with operations, mechanics, and engineers to execute maintenance.
• Monitor production quality and take action according to standard work and SOP.
• Complete documentation, including batch records, log books, PM, and DM following good documentation practices.
• Higher‑level operating technicians perform all functions listed above on multiple pieces of equipment as determined by department management.

Setup and Alignments

• Align peripheral equipment or arrange for assistance and complete necessary documentation.
• Perform setup and start‑up for code changes according to equipment manuals and product specifications and procedures.

Operation and Monitoring

• Operate and maintain machinery: start and stop the machine as needed, including cleaning and restarting after electrical failure or other interruptions.
• Feed materials to the machine, inspect, pack, and document according to plant procedures.
• Monitor machine performance to ensure operation within validated parameters, adhering to process validation, procedures, specifications, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Comply with operational standards for efficiency, production, scrap, downtime, and cycle time.
• Remove, verify, and identify waste (scrap) from stations as required.
• Pack products in doubleplastic bags with proper identification and seal them hermetically.
• Prepare information boards for responsible machines and maintain written records or production graphs to monitor productivity and establish trends.
• Sanitize worktables, conveyors, and inspection tables.

Product Quality Control

• Identify, report, and address deviations in process parameters or incidents affecting product quality.
• Perform dimensional, functional, and special tests according to specifications and SOPs.
• Visually and instrumentally inspect products in process to detect defects according to specifications.

Documentation Reporting

• Maintain records of critical machine parameters and complete required documentation.
• Manually or electronically document required information, including parameters, batches, and production data.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

• Conduct routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance, including cleaning, greasing, and lubricating machinery.
• Diagnose and repair malfunctions in machinery.
• Maintain and secure provided tools.

Safety and Compliance

• Adhere to safety regulations and protocols.
• Ensure all machinery and systems comply with industry standards.

Collaboration and Training

• Notify and keep Automation, Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering personnel informed of any issues affecting machine operation or process.
• Collaborate with Automation, Process Engineering, and Quality Department personnel to analyze and improve manufacturing processes.
• 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 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.

Knowledge & Skills

• Apply comprehensive working knowledge of the technical field/area of specialization and general application of principles, theories, and concepts; propose a course of action.
• Work under general supervision; may assist in orienting, training, assigning & checking the work of other peers.
• Possess limited judgement in resolving problems.
• Communicate primarily with department supervisors, leads, subordinates, and peers; occasional contact with external contractors/vendors.

Education / Experience / Training

• High school diploma / GED required; associate's or technical degree preferred.
• 5–8 years related experience or technical requirements completed and pass assessment at appropriate level.
• Applicable industry/professional certification preferred.
• Regular and predictable on‑site attendance.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear; frequently required to use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms; occasionally required to stand and walk; occasionally must lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Physical Demands and Environment

Modest work: exert up to 40 lbs of force occasionally, and/or 20 lbs of force frequently, and/or 10 lbs force constantly to move objects. Other physical demands: occasional climbing stairs/ladders, kneeling/crawling, sitting, stooping/squatting. Environmental conditions may include occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals (in most areas) and proximity to moving parts. Noise intensity is moderate with occasional and frequently unspecified noise; constant conditions are a production/manufacturing environment.

Compensation

$33.99 per hour. The targeted range takes into account skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business needs. Compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Benefits

Benefits package includes healthcare, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement. Visit www.bbraunusa.com for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic. Workplace discrimination is illegal.