Press Molding Operator

Becton Dickinson; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Becton, Dickinson, and Company in Sumter, SC is seeking a Press Operator to produce molded pad sheets using hydraulic presses and monitor cycle times. You will inspect each pad for defects, perform dinking as needed, and maintain accurate production records.

Lifting up to 50 lbs, working extended hours and weekends may be required. The role emphasizes safety, precision, and adherence to SOPs, with daily duties including equipment monitoring and quality assurance in a fast-paced manufacturing

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

Responsibilities

• Operates hydraulic presses per SOP.
• Loads/unloads materials manually.
• Cleans work area, presses and equipment.
• Inspects product for defects and reports quality or safety issues.
• Records data on press logs and documentation.
• Monitors temperature and maintains production records.

Skills

English language

Basic math

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Job Description

The Press Operator produces molded pad sheets by operating hydraulic press with high heat process. Spreading and monitoring swing jigs with rubber pellets, Initiates process by starting cycle with push start button which closes mold press to produce 2 molded pads for inspection. Inspection of each pad is required and dinking out any defects on molded pads while waiting on cycle times to be finished and pads to be removed from molding press. Monitoring thickness and weights of sheet pads according to specifications. Maintains and records of daily production, scrap, downtime, etc. Reports any equipment problems or breakdowns immediately to set up or supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Operates presses utilizing standard operating procedures (SOP).
• Loads/unloads materials manually.
• Cleans work area, presses, and associated equipment.
• Inspects product for defects, reports any quality or safety issues to setup or supervisor.
• Records data on press log sheets and other documentation.
• Monitors the temperature.
• Maintain neat and safe work space.
• Basic math skills for maintaining production boards and paperwork, as well completed pallets of production.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working in manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Basic math skills to include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Good communication skills.
• Computer literacy (capable of basic computer operations).
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. on occasion.
• Work extended hours as required, including weekends.
• Work around moving mechanical parts.
• Exposure to noise, vibration, and chemical fumes.

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.

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Primary Work Location: USA SC - Sumter

Additional Locations 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.