Senior Maintenance Technician (1st shift)

BD; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BD is a global medical technology company with a mission to advance health. The Senior Maintenance Technician (1st shift) provides informal leadership, guiding troubleshooting, repair, and safe operation of equipment.

This role coordinates with the core team, mentors technicians, and drives continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with LOTO, 5S, GMP, and GDP standards. The position is based in USA NE - Columbus and requires regular participation in TMS meetings, on‑call support, and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or technical training preferred in mechanical/electrical/industrial maintenance.
• 2 years mechanical maintenance experience required.
• 5+ years maintenance experience with peer leadership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train maintenance technicians, providing informal leadership.
• Provide on‑call leadership and escalation management for safe operations.
• Oversee defect tag management with proper documentation.
• Attend daily TMS meetings and relay updates.
• Coordinate maintenance activities to minimize downtime and boost equipment performance.
• Coach and develop team members to improve technical readiness.
• Ensure coverage when team members are absent for seamless operations.
• Participate in cross‑functional teams for scheduling, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Uphold LOTO, 5S, GMP, GDP and other quality and safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical ability

Hand tools & gauges

Troubleshooting

Technical decision-making

Independent thinking

Peer coaching

Teamwork

Informal leadership

Education

High School diploma/GED

Associate’s degree or equivalent technical training

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 Senior Maintenance Technician (1st shift) provides informal leadership in the assigned area by supporting effective troubleshooting, repair, and safe operation of equipment. It includes on‑call support, escalation management, and oversight of defect tag processes. The position requires daily participation in TMS meetings and coordination of maintenance activities with the core team. The leader coaches and develops maintenance technicians while ensuring coverage for absent team members. The role also leads and participates in scheduling, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives. Strict adherence to LOTO, 5S, GMP, and GDP standards is expected, along with performing additional duties necessary to support business needs. Ensures compliance with BD quality systems, policies, procedures and best practices, and all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, policies and procedures. Regular, punctual attendance is an essential job function. Ability to read and write and converse in English. Willing and able to uphold BD Values.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Serve as the informal leader for the assigned area, providing expert guidance to ensure efficient machine troubleshooting and repair.
• Provide on‑call leadership support and escalation management to maintain safe and efficient operations.
• Lead and oversee defect tag management, ensuring timely resolution and proper documentation.
• Attend daily TMS meetings and communicate relevant updates and actions.
• Coordinate all maintenance activities within the process area, working closely with the core team to minimize downtime and optimize equipment performance.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and hands‑on training to maintenance technicians to support skill development, performance, and technical readiness.
• Ensure coverage and assume responsibilities when team members are absent to maintain seamless operations.
• Actively participate in and lead cross‑functional teams focused on scheduling, process improvement, safety initiatives, and continuous improvement activities.
• Uphold and model adherence to company Golden Rules, including:
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• 5S workplace organization
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Support and drive continuous improvement initiatives intended to enhance equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and improve technician capability.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the needs of the business and ensure operational continuity.
• This role does not include formal people management responsibilities such as performance management, discipline, or hiring decisions.

Education

• High School diploma/GED required
• Associate’s degree or equivalent technical training preferred in a mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance field.

Experience

• 2 years mechanical technical experience (required)
• 5 or more years of progressively complex maintenance experience, including demonstrated peer leadership (preferred.)

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Mechanical ability – Proficient
• Use of hand tools and gauges – Proficient
• Technical troubleshooting and problem solving – Proficient
• Technical decision‑making in time‑sensitive situations – Proficient
• Independent thinking and judgment – Proficient
• Peer coaching and technical guidance – Proficient
• Teamwork and collaboration within cross‑functional environments – Proficient
• Demonstrated informal leadership skills – Proficient

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

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 - Columbus (West)