Job Description Summary

JOB SUMMARY

This is an entry level position that outlines the following requirements of a Setup I position. It is the responsibility of the Setup I to learn and understand all of the essential functions, responsibilities and demonstrate Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost to the Facilitator. This position may require training on an off shift and to work during plant shutdown periods. The LOV assigned to curriculum must be completed within one year and consistently demonstrate proficiency for a minimum of one year. Failure to do so may result in removal from position.

TECHNICAL - Within the year of on the job training the associate:

Will have detailed operational knowledge of the equipment and operates within specified quality/quantity limits.
Will be able to set up, adjust and maintain equipment in working order to produce product within specified quality and quantity limits; adjusting, troubleshooting, cleaning and repairing as necessary.
Is also responsible for the maintaining of the equipment logs for each piece of equipment, recording pertinent information about downtime and maintenance problems, as required. MUST have clear and legible hand writing.
Repairs equipment within their capability and reports major problems to facilitator and/or Engineering Technician.
Performs and documents preventative maintenance on the equipment as specified in the P.M. program or as required.
Must demonstrate leadership qualities to successfully lead a team of 3-4 associates on a line to meet run, changeover, and setup goals.
Working knowledge of light curtains, safety switches, and to ensure that safety guards are in place.

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. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The essential functions of this position includes but are not limited to: Keeps current on all production departmental goals and objectives through in-house training and communication with their respective facilitator including:

• Safety - necessity for guards, OSHA standards, reporting of on the job injuries
• Quality standards
• Production Rates
• Good Manufacturing Practices
• Preventative Maintenance requirements

Coordinates with and assists production team leadership in maintaining waste and productivity within established standards.  This will include but not be limited to:

• Reporting trends during each shift relative to safety, quality, productivity, and waste to facilitator.  Fill in PAB boards hourly.
• Reporting problems being encountered to facilitator with corrective action taken, results of that activity and recommendations to correct future problems as appropriate.  NOTE:  Some problems will require Setup I associates to contact facilitator during the shift depending on the problem encountered and reports departmental associates’ related problems requiring possible disciplinary action to facilitator.    
• Assures optimum productivity and quality standards are maintained.
• Assures that needed raw materials are requisitioned properly and in time to maintain productivity goals.  Assures finished product is removed from manufacturing areas properly.
• Works directly with the associate and team leadership to establish, maintain and improve self-inspection procedures for the manufacturing of quality products.
• Assists in instructing associates on how to report production, waste, and material usage according to the latest acceptable methods.  Responsible for the reporting accuracy of the associates under their direction.
• Responsible to assure proper safety procedures are followed by all associates assigned to their area.  Takes corrective action.  Advising/ instructing operators as appropriate.
• Reports all safety hazards to team leadership and maintains all equipment and working areas within established safety standards.
• Assures appropriate QA checks have been performed at their operation.
• Maintains toolbox and surrounding area to be neat and clean. 
• Maintains 5S in and around all equipment.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Other responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Complies with all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, policies/procedures.
• Complies with all local BD quality policies/procedures/practices through consistent application of sound Quality Assurance principles.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned.
• Observes all safety, environmental and quality system standards.
• All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
• Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the   health and safety of themselves or other employees.
• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their facilitator. 
• Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities.  To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform duty proficiently.
• This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

Education

• High school diploma.
• Preferred knowledge in the following areas:  pneumatics, electrical, electronic, hydraulics, and robotics.

Experience

• 1 to 3 years manufacturing experience/knowledge is preferred but not required.
• Requires mechanical ability of:
• Gauges and measurements
• Proper use of tools
• Proper troubleshooting and set up procedures
• Programming panel view for overhead conveyor, elevators, and clear jams.

Physical Requirements

Level 4

• Heavy Work:  Exerting 50 to 100 pounds occasionally, or 25 to 50 pounds frequently, or 10 to 20 pounds constantly.  Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.

Mental Requirements

• Ability to read, write and understand English. 
• Ability to understand the operation of production equipment and how to troubleshoot problems when encountered.

Equipment Use

• Operates and repairs all types of production equipment (mechanical and hydraulic). 
• Operates powered forklift, uses all forms of hand tools (electrical, manual, etc.)
• Must be a licensed forklift operator.

Working Conditions

• The associate is subject to inside environmental conditions:  Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
• The worker is subject to hazards:  Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals and broken glass.
• The associate is subject to oils: There is air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids.

Supervision

• Reports directly to Shift Facilitator.  
• Assigns associates to other jobs during instances of machine break downs, changeovers, or other situations as required and coordinates associate movements with Facilitator or other Setup associates as appropriate.

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. 

Primary Work Location

USA NE - Broken Bow

Additional Locations

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