Job Description Summary
Position requires ongoing support of terminal sterilization equipment and processes, along with responsibilities for future sterilization projects. Assist in process system design, capital equipment acquisition, installation and testing of equipment, commissioning of building systems, and validation of facility/process equipment. Assists with continuous improvement of facility systems and projects. This includes facility design, documentation, validation, and maintenance. This position requires a SCBA respirator certification. 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.
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Job Description
We are the makers of possible
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.
We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you'll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Provides technical guidance as needed. Acts as a mentor and provides leadership for the technical sterilization team. Develops training programs for engineering related to sterilization processes and works directly with sterilization group to certify sterilizer operators.
- Provide leadership and support for sterilization related projects designed to support the overall strategies of the plant. Lead the installation of new sterilization equipment including optimization of processes and compliance with all applicable regulatory standards
- Maintains knowledge of developments in state-of-the-art sterilization processing technology.
- Develop, write, and update process specifications and documentation for sterile pharmaceutical processing equipment including contracts, schedules and purchasing documents.
- Works with sterilization group to develop protocols for qualification and validation of terminal sterilizing equipment, and routine re-certification of processes in place.
- Interprets industry standards and regulations to ensure sterilization equipment performances within compliance. Ensures corporate sterilization policies and standards are applied and maintained.
- Assist with facility process improvements, cost reductions, and manage projects while maintaining project budgets.
- Coordinates plant shutdown activities for Sterilization operations.
- Develop and maintain preventive maintenance schedules and spare parts inventories.
- Ensures calibration of equipment.
- Provide support to ongoing terminal sterilization operation as needed.
- Other duties as required to support the needs of the business.
- Sterilization process system design, capital equipment acquisition, installation and testing of equipment, commissioning of building systems, and validation of facility/process equipment.
- Ongoing support of terminal sterilization equipment and processes.
- Safety of the area and the process.
Supervision:
- Hourly Associates : Small team 1-10
Minimum Education :
- Required :Associates Degree - Engineering or relatedtechnicaldegree
- Preferred : BA/BS Degree -- Engineering or relatedtechnicaldegreewithemphasis in mechanical and electricalsystems
Minimum Experience :
- 3-5 years previous engineering experience preferred.
- Medical device or pharmaceutical industry experience preferred.
- Air pollution control systems installation / operation / validation experience preferred.
- Ethylene Oxide sterilization installation / operation / validation experience preferred.
Knowledge and Skills
Proficient :
Computerskills (Microsoft Office suite, Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, Internet and PLC programming)
Trouble shooting skills
Mechanical and electricalsystemsknowledge
Medicaldevicemanufacturing standard knowledge
Regulatoryknowledge (FDA, OSHA, EPA, DOT)
Air pollution control system
Project managementskills
Managing change skills
Communication skills
Technicalwritingskills
Ability to workwithhighlyregulated and complexprocesses
Ability to workwithlimited supervision
Ability to read and understandelectrical and mechanicalschematics and P&ID drawings
Six Sigma
Physical Demands:
N/A
This position requires a SCBA respirator certification
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.
At BD, we strive to make healthcare a priority for our associates and their families. We have a variety of plans including a new HSA Basic plan option with Cigna.
- $0 payroll contributions if your salary is below $50,000
- Plan covers 100% preventative care (annual wellness exam, and immunizations)
- Visit any provider
If you meet the eligibility and enrollment requirements, your coverage begins on your date of hire or the date you become a benefits-eligible associate.
BENEFITS:
BD provides comprehensive total rewards benefits for all of its employees. Most benefits start on day 1 of your employment with BD.
- Competitive pay
- Up to 6 weeks of paid parental leave
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
- Education assistance ($5250.00 per year)
- Adoption assistance
- 401K plan with $.75 of every dollar matched up to 6% of compensation
- Basic life and AD&D provided
- Discounted home, auto, and pet insurance plans
- Paid holidays and vacation (pro-rated the first year based on actual start date)
Excited to grow your career?
We value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply!
Our people make all the difference in our success.
Why Join Us?
A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It's also a place where we help each other be great, we do what's right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.
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 health. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.
To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers
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.
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Primary Work Location
USA NE - Columbus (East)
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