Quality Engineer

bdx; Broken Bow (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BD is a leading global medical technology company focused on advancing health worldwide. The role is based at USA NE - Broken Bow, where you will support quality and regulatory activities, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate across functions to ensure top product quality.

This position emphasizes Six Sigma, Lean methods, and risk mitigation in a manufacturing setting. You will work with diverse teams to investigate defects, perform DOE and FMEA analyses, and assist in new

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in science, engineering, or related discipline.
• Medical device manufacturing experience preferred.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience; internships, co-op experience, and relevant engineering projects will also be considered.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams.
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to support a variety of day-to-day responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource to work groups and project teams, within the plant and outside the plant relative to quality and regulatory issues.
• Leads or participates on Kaizen teams to improve quality and reduce waste.
• Investigates and provides engineering solutions to quality related manufacturing issues.
• Maintains familiarity with manufacturing processes and products to evaluate the cause and effect of defects and identify trends in process and product quality.
• Provides technical input for projects using the application of FMEA’s, risk mitigation, plant validations; DOE’s and other experiments and investigations as assigned.
• Lead projects using the application of continuous improvement tools and methodologies such as Six Sigma, Lean, etc.
• Works with all departments to maintain the highest quality standards.
• Formulates, reviews and implements policies and procedures relating to product quality and process control as appropriate.
• Ensures that all activities comply with government (OSHA, EPA, FDA, ISO, etc.) regulations and corresponding company policies/procedures including activities and programs as defined in the Quality Systems Manual for BD Broken Bow.
• Coordinates machine and process capability studies, analyzes the data and submits recommendations.
• Designs and assists Production, Engineering and Division in the completion of new product/process evaluations including Hazard Analysis.
• Coordinates communication between Division R&D and Plant personnel on new products, product improvements and product issues.
• Participates in Engineering and Production functions as required to achieve the overall objectives of the Plant.
• Performs other duties as assigned, such as Internal Audits, PIR/CFI investigations. Supports plant safety initiatives

Skills

Quality engineering

Six Sigma

Lean manufacturing

FMEA

DOE

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

BS degree in Science/Engineering

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

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The essential functions of this position include but are not limited to:

• Acts as a resource to work groups and project teams, within the plant and outside the plant relative to quality and regulatory issues.

• Leads or participates on Kaizen teams to improve quality and reduce waste.

• Investigates and provides engineering solutions to quality related manufacturing issues.

• Maintains familiarity with manufacturing processes and products to evaluate the cause and effect of defects and identify trends in process and product quality.

• Provides technical input for projects using the application of FMEA’s, risk mitigation, plant validations; DOE’s’ and other experiments and investigations as assigned.

• Lead projects using the application of continuous improvement tools and methodologies such as Six Sigma, Lean, etc.

• Works with all departments to maintain the highest quality standards.

• Formulates, reviews and implements policies and procedures relating to product quality and process control as appropriate.

• Ensures that all activities comply with government (OSHA, EPA, FDA, ISO, etc.) regulations and corresponding company policies/procedures including activities and programs as defined in the Quality Systems Manual for BD Broken Bow.

• Coordinates machine and process capability studies, analyzes the data and submits recommendations.

• Designs and assists Production, Engineering and Division in the completion of new product/process evaluations including Hazard Analysis.

• Coordinates communication between Division R&D and Plant personnel on new products, product improvements and product issues.

• Participates in Engineering and Production functions as required to achieve the overall objectives of the Plant.

• Performs other duties as assigned, such as Internal Audits, PIR/CFI investigations. Supports plant safety initiatives

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS Degree in Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Medical device manufacturing experience preferred.

• Preferred 1-2 years of relevant experience; however, internships, co-op experience, and relevant engineering projects will also be considered.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams.

• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to support a variety of day-to-day responsibilities.

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.

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Primary Work Location

USA NE - Broken Bow

Additional Locations

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