Job Description Summary

The Process Engineer has the responsibility and authority for designing, maintaining and improving all regional sterilization processes. The Process Engineer will be responsible for implementing, maintaining, and improving the process operations, process data gathering, and maintenance document control processes as needed. The Process Engineer will identify and implement process related improvement activities with the intent to reduce and minimize non conformances and events. The Process Engineer will be responsible for monitoring, all equipment uptime, KPI, OEE goals, cost improvement and lean activities.

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 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES including the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

• Assists in, maintenance and improvement of the sterilization process system along with measuring, and tracking facilities department KPIs. Updates department procedures and applicable ISO documentations as needed.

• Responsible for process system activities for all sterilization processes to maximize process capability on equipment performance.  

• Identify areas of process improvement (include safety related improvements and labor efficiency related process improvements) to reduce and minimize process related nonconformance incidents and to maximize efficiency of the process.

• Responsible for improving processes to ensure that all equipment uptime is tracked and measured along with monitoring and measuring sterilization OEE.

• Provides informative process performance reports and trending to Management through data analysis tools and other techniques. Trains technicians on usage of systems as needed.

• Initiates, plans, executes, and closes out projects as assigned and assists QA in disposition of equipment/process non-conformances, including documentation of corrective actions and/or acceptance rationale and Engineering comments.

• Must be available for “Engineering on call” activities in the future.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Onsite position only.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed herein are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.   Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors of Science Degree in Engineering (Chemical/Mechanical/Industrial/Electrical) required.

• 2+ years of applicable experience and a thorough understanding of a wide variety of engineering systems preferred.

• Candidate is preferred to have worked in a fast paced PSM regulated manufacturing environment as well as have experience implementing, developing, and maintaining process/projects.

• CAD experience is preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Must be able to read and comprehend simple instructions in Basic English and write short correspondence / memos.  Must be able to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to staff, internal customers and other employees within the organization. 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as geometry, trigonometry, exponents, etc.  Ability to apply mathematical operations to tasks such as facility design, process line location and layout.

REASONING ABILITY:

Position requires good logic and reasoning ability.  Ability to define problems and find logical solutions.  Ability to interpret specifications and technical instructions.   In summary, position requires a high degree of logical analyzing.   Errors in the facility or process design bring heavy liability and financial burden to the Company.   Errors in safety equipment could bring loss of life.   Position interfaces heavily with outside

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.   While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel.  The employee is occasionally required to stand and reach with hands and arms and lift and/or move up to ten pounds.   Employee is required to meet with other personnel in other areas of building.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

During the performance of this job, the employee may be in hot and humid locations, near moving mechanical parts, high places, risk of electrical shock, work with explosive gas, toxic and caustic chemicals, or experience loud noise (maintenance shop, forklift equipment, and construction).  Must be available for “on call” activities.

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 GA - Covington BMD

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