Job Description Summary
We are currently seeking an Assembly Technician who will perform a wide range of production processes in order to assemble a finished product that will be delivered to our customer. Strong attention to detail, adaptability, and a willingness to work in a collaborative team environment are skills that will support a high level of success in this position.
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.
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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.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform a wide range of production processes including but not limited to wiring, component, installation, cable assembly, and the assembly of complete units. Assembles fabricated parts at floor stations as required.
- Ensure dimensional specifications on the assigned products are correct to product specifications. Performs functional testing as part of the production activities and quality assurance audits.
- Tests and calibrates parts and mechanisms to meet tolerances and product specifications. Uses hand tools and power tools to assemble units according to product specifications. Identifies units that fail tests or tolerance levels and repairs as necessary.
- Support the engineer and design team with design, test, fabrication, modification, and assembly of electro-mechanical systems.
- Reads and interprets mechanical engineering drawings and pneumatic schematics.
- May be required to adjust mechanical assemblies using dial indicator gauges, torque watches and precision alignment techniques.
- Perform other duties as requested.
Skills and Experience:
- High School Diploma / GED equivalent.
- Ability to work from charts, diagrams, drafts, or written/verbal description
- Ability to understand and interpret MPIs, prints, and technical manuals
- Knowledge of how to use basic hand tools
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Basic computer skills
- Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate workload
- Must be a great teammate
- Multi-tasking and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks
- Availability to work extended hours including evenings and weekends to meet deadlines, when vital
- Experience in manufacturing, assembly or a related industry preferred
- Previous vocational training preferred
Work environment and physical demands:
The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. When properly requested and when feasible (without undue hardship to the company), reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform crucial job functions.
- This position will be subject to mostly controlled but potential varying internal environmental conditions, including changes in temperature and noise that are within acceptable safety levels common to a warehouse environment.
- Work may involve long-term standing, sitting and frequent walking throughout areas such as warehouse, assembly or machine shop as well as navigating common hazards related to these areas.
- Must be able to carry, lift and push/pull up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- Must have the ability to see, smell, hear, talk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel and twist, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, sit, stand, and walk.
- Weekend and overtime work may be required.
- Additional physical duties may be required as necessary.
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?
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 NC - Durham - Roche Drive
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