Test Technician 1, Instruments

Shift Details

Shift: 7am to 3:30 M-F

Pay Information

Pay Rate: $28.00/hr

Interviews & Transportation

Interviews: In person
Must have reliable transportation

Job Requirements

• Good hands, tools, and ability to assemble
• Mechanical assembly experience preferred
• Aptitude for mechanical tasks
• Ability to work with computers
• Attention to detail
• Medical device background helpful but not required
• Mechanically inclined

Responsibilities

• Build, integrate, and understand entire assembly process for instruments
• Proficient on test instructions for moderately complex instruments
• Analyze results and data to determine pass/fail and provide solutions
• Optimize instrument performance using pass/fail data
• Identify and escalate defects and recommend design/process improvements
• Provide training to associates on mechanical and testing activities
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and BD's expectations for Safety and Quality
• Work with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Purchasing as needed
• Follow established procedures according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Follow BD housekeeping and safety policies
• Perform overtime as required
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

• Minimum Education/Experience: AA degree in mechatronics or relevant field with 0 years' experience or 3 years' experience in electrical, mechanical, or software troubleshooting
• Basic Skills: Capability to provide overall support of testing for moderately complex instruments, proven leadership skills, ability to mentor, coach, and develop others, proven ability and accountability to results and to improve performance and processes across a team, work cell, or project, strong ability and commitment to Continuous Improvement, fundamental knowledge of mechanical tools, ability to read drawings, interpret, and measure dimensions, requirements, etc., ability to manage time across multiple production orders and processes within allotted time standards, ability to work effectively in a team setting, understanding and support of Continuous Improvement (Lean Manufacturing) philosophies, proven ability to complete tasks in support of achieving goals and improved performance, ability to manage frequent assignment changes
• Profficient/Working Skills: Proficiency in English, ability to read, write, analyze/evaluate charts, follow simple diagrams, perform basic arithmetic, basic proficiency with PCs and basic use of a Windows environment, strong math and analytical skills, use independent judgment to plan, perform, make decisions, troubleshoot, and problem solve in areas on set up, operations, and processes, proven leadership ability and strong communication skills