Press Molding Operator

Becton, Dickinson and Company; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

BD in Sumter, SC is seeking a Press Operator to operate hydraulic presses, produce molded pads, and inspect for quality. You will start cycles, monitor temperatures, and maintain clean, safe work areas while recording production data and logs.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, basic math skills, and ability to read and speak English. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and willingness to work extended hours, including weekends, as needed.

Qualifications

• Basic reading and writing in English for production records and SOPs.
• Ability to perform simple math and record data accurately.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydraulic press to produce molded pads and start cycles as directed.
• Load and unload materials manually and maintain production records.
• Inspect pads for defects and report quality or safety issues.
• Monitor temperatures and maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Keep production boards and paperwork up to date; handle routine data entry.

Skills

English literacy

Math skills

Communication

Computer literacy

Physical strength

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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

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.

• 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.

BD, a 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.

Required Skills Optional Skills . Primary Work Location USA SC - Sumter Additional Locations Work Shift

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.