Technical Associate

BD; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

BD in Sumter, SC seeks a skilled Technical Associate to operate, optimize and maintain production equipment, ensuring quality and efficiency on state‑of‑the‑art systems. You will work autonomously in a team, performing preventive maintenance, recording downtime, and supporting QC checks while maintaining a clean, safe production area.

This role emphasizes collaboration, adherence to safety standards, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma/G.E.D preferred.
• Maintenance Repair/Mechanical Experience or Proficiency required and
• 2 years mechanical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate, optimize, and maintain assigned production equipment.
• Meet and exceed production standards while maintaining product quality.
• Minimize downtime and sustain budgeted waste levels.
• Maintain accurate equipment logs and recording downtime and maintenance problems.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Start up equipment and ensure accurate functioning.
• Monitor component inventories and safety guards.
• Maintain a neat and orderly production environment.
• Monitor in-process quality and address issues as needed.
• Perform required Q.C. checks and process challenges.
• Follow safety and environmental procedures and Quality System Requirements.
• Support upstream and downstream operations.
• Perform rework as required.
• Work effectively in a team environment.

Skills

PLC basics

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Hand tools

Autonomous work

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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

We're seeking a skilled Technical Associate to join our team and work with state-of-the-art equipment while maintaining high-quality production standards. As a Technical Associate, you will be responsible for the following:

Responsibilities

• Operating, optimizing, and maintaining assigned production equipment
• Meeting and exceeding production standards while maintaining product quality
• Minimizing and preventing equipment downtime and sustaining budgeted waste levels
• Maintaining accurate equipment logs and recording downtime and maintenance problems
• Performing preventative maintenance on equipment
• Starting up equipment and ensuring accurate functioning
• Monitoring component inventories and safety guards
• Maintaining a neat and orderly production environment
• Monitoring in-process quality and addressing issues as needed
• Performing required Q.C. checks and process challenges
• Following safety and environmental procedures and Quality System Requirements
• Supporting upstream and downstream operations
• Performing rework as required
• Working optimally in a team environment

Additional Responsibilities

• Performing other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma/G.E.D preferred
• Maintenance Repair/Mechanical Experience or Proficiency required and
• 2 years mechanical experience preferred
• 6- 12 months of manufacturing experience desired
• Working with PLC's, Hydraulics and Pneumatics desired
• Must be proficient with basic hand tools.
• Familiar with the following mechanical components, bushings, chain drives, conveyors, gearboxes, and ball valves.
• Should also be familiar with some electrical components: sensors, photo-eyes, scales, reed switches, VFD’s.
• Able to work autonomously and be self-motivated.
• Able to work any shift
• Must have clear and legible handwriting

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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Optional Skills

Primary Work Location

USA SC - Sumter

Additional Locations

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