Jobs · Engineering · Connecticut

Mechanical Technician - Becton Dickinson

BD · Canaan, CT · 4 days ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time

Key Responsibilities

  • Set up, operate, and monitor production equipment to meet established quality and output standards
  • Perform line changeovers and clearance activities in accordance with procedures
  • Maintain continuous equipment operation and respond to production demands
  • Diagnose and resolve equipment issues, including mechanical repairs and part replacement
  • Perform preventative maintenance (PM) and support repair activities during scheduled downtime
  • Collaborate with engineering, controls, and technical teams on complex issues

Quality & Compliance

  • Monitor product quality and ensure adherence to specifications and GMP requirements
  • Escalate quality or performance issues to Quality and production leadership
  • Maintain accurate production and system documentation (SAP/MES, scrap, output, etc.)

Continuous Improvement

  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and equipment reliability
  • Support equipment modifications, validations, and testing activities
  • Maintain familiarity with work instructions, SOPs, and controlled documentation

Team Collaboration

  • Communicate effectively across shifts to ensure smooth operations and handoffs
  • Support and train operators on equipment use, safety, and best practices
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

Additional Responsibilities

  • Participate in safety initiatives and root cause investigations
  • Support overtime, call-ins, and off-shift troubleshooting as needed
  • Assist technical teams with equipment upgrades and process trials

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School diploma/GED OR 2 years of industrial/manufacturing related experience
  • Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with automated or high-speed manufacturing equipment
  • Exposure to PLC-controlled systems
  • Knowledge of GMP or regulated manufacturing environments
  • Leverage in lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience

Work Environment & Schedule

  • 12-hour night shift (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
  • Requires standing, lifting, and working with production equipment

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