Quality Engineer

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

Job summary

Becton, Dickinson and Company is seeking a Quality Engineer to support manufacturing quality and regulatory compliance at the Broken Bow, NE facility.

You will lead or participate in Kaizen teams, analyze defects, apply Six Sigma/Lean tools, and coordinate with R&D and production to meet quality standards.

The role requires a BA/BS in science or engineering and relevant device manufacturing experience; strong communication and adaptability are essential.

Qualifications

• BA/BS Degree in Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Medical device manufacturing experience preferred.
• Preferred 1–2 years of relevant experience; internships, co-op, and projects considered.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional work.
• Flexible and adaptable to day-to-day responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a resource to work groups and project teams on quality/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 to evaluate defects and trends in quality.
• Provides input for projects using FMEA, risk mitigation, plant validations, DOE.
• Leads projects using continuous improvement tools (Six Sigma, Lean).
• Works with all departments to maintain high quality standards.
• Formulates and implements policies relating to product quality and process control.
• Ensures compliance with government regulations (OSHA, EPA, FDA, ISO) and company policies.
• Coordinates machine and process capability studies and submits recommendations.
• Designs and assists in new product/process evaluations including Hazard Analysis.
• Coordinates communication between Division R&D and Plant for new products and improvements.
• Participates in Engineering and Production functions to achieve plant objectives.
• Performs other duties such as internal audits and safety initiatives.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptable

Education

BA/BS degree (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.

Primary Work Location

USA NE - Broken Bow

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of 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, or any other protected status.