Process Engineer

Company Description

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BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world and is advancing the world of health by improving medical discovery, diagnostics and the delivery of care. We have over 65,000 employees and a presence in virtually every country around the world to address some of the most challenging global health issues.

This position is responsible for supporting the manufacturing operation. This individual will develop and implement improved methods of manufacturing, procedures, and processes that result in improved efficiencies, yields, machine operations, and quality.  Provides technical support to the development group for the implementation of new products or processes.

Job Description

Project Planning and Execution – Prepares and implements project or improvement plans for areas of responsibility including but not limited to: efficiency improvements, cost reduction or quality improvement programs, new product support and other process improvements.  The plan or proposal is to include the proposed technical approach, estimated implementation costs, estimated resource needs, and a time schedule, (Gantt chart).  Acts as the driving force for the project, coordinating all resources and activities necessary to ensure on time execution to the project or process improvement plan, identify and work through barriers that hinder progress.  

Preventive Maintenance Planning and Coordination – Responsible for managing all PM plans and tasks within assigned area to ensure effective completion of maintenance according to PM schedule.  Follow up on machine breakdowns with any necessary updates to the PM system to facilitate continuous improvement of machine reliability.  

Documentation – Prepares process job descriptions and manufacturing specifications as required. Thoroughly documents all equipment, machines, and tooling with accurate and clear detailed prints and maintenance instructions.

Validation – With the assistance of the QE and validation team, creates all necessary documentation associated with the BD validation toolkit and coordinates validation activities to ensure on time execution according to the project or process improvement plan.  

Manufacturing Support – Provides technical guidance as needed to manufacturing and hourly technical personnel during the start up of new or changed products and processes.  Uses good decision making, problem solving and trouble-shooting techniques to minimize the potential or correct ongoing manufacturing issues. 

Capital Request / Capital Management – Prepares a plan for procurement of capital equipment including obtaining of quotes, vendor investigation, budgeting, and scheduling. Prepares specifications, place orders, coordinate procurement, install equipment, debug and coordinate the start up of a new or modified equipment from outside firms or as modified internally, manages capital spending on assigned projects to ensure spending in accordance with the plan capital budget.  

Design – Coordinate design activity with outside vendors or internal departments as necessary. If resources are unavailable, perform own design and drafting as required.  Redesigns or oversees the redesign of existing equipment to incorporate improvements relating to safety, machine reliability, product quality, and / or cost reduction.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Must have the ability to speak, read and write English. Indirectly supervises all resources assigned to project teams. Ensure compliance with BD quality systems, policies, procedures and practices and all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, policies and procedures. 

SUPERVISION

• This position will supervise part of the JG1 staff in Needle assembly.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:  

• This position has the following educational requirements:

• A Bachelors Degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent experience.

Minimum Experience:

• With Bachelor's degree: no experience required

• Preferred: 2-3 yrs. related experience.

Proficient Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities (KSA’s): 

• Multi-tasking

• Interpersonal

• SAP/MES

• Auto Cad

• Autodesk Inventor Software

• Microsoft Office Software

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.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.