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Job ID R-519523 Date posted 06/12/2025

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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. 

Job Summary:

The Calibration and Equipment Preventative Maintenance Manager, is responsible for running the technical and metrological support for the BDB San Diego site (including Operations and R&D).  Coordinates and supervises the daily activities of business support, technical, or production staff in an assigned area.  Sets priorities for the team to ensure task completion as a part of the overall departmental strategy.  Coordinates work activities with other supervisors.  Applies expertise to solve standard and non-standard problems within own area.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Supervises and supports the procurement, installation, calibration, and maintenance of manufacturing and laboratory equipment and automation, and closely cooperates with users on continuous improvement projects related to instrumentation.

  • Supervises the development and review of internal calibration and maintenance processes and procedures - and ensures that metrology programs and devices align with domestic and international regulations.

  • Establishes metrics for managing and controlling the performance of the area, prepare and present reports and performance for upper management.

  • Monitors the calibration status and technical condition instruments in order to ensure continuous production.

  • Checks and approves electronic and paper-based documentation.

  • Monitors BMS system with Facilities and analyzes trends.

  • Works with vendors to procure new instruments and when maintenance or calibration is performed by the OEM.

  • Identifies continuous improvement opportunities (safety, quality, efficiency, cost savings) and manages implementation projects.

  • Provides technical leadership for the calibration technicians for complex engineering problems or projects

  • Prepares and owns financial budget for the department

  • Works together and collaborates with their internal customers like production team leaders and individual users of instruments. Resource planning, participation in hiring

  • Operational management of technicians' work, setting priorities scheduling work for the team.

  • People management including coaching, training, goal setting and performance management of the team/direct reports.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

  • Working knowledge of metrology (MSA) and calibration processes including understanding related domestic and international regulations.

  • Minimum 2 years people leadership experience.

  • Experience managing financial resources within own area.

  • Willing to learn, understand and keep up to date on new technologies.

  • Strong experience accurately documenting and maintaining records of completed and planned activities.

  • Experience installing, repairing, and maintaining mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical equipment.

  • Experience managing priorities and escalating items as necessary in a timely manner.

  • History of applying your expertise to improve effectiveness and provide technical guidance to employees in own area.

  • Track record of developing processes and procedures to implement functional strategies.

  • Experience working collaboratively across diverse functional teams.

  • Has good applicable knowledge of BMRAM system, ISO 13485, and ISO 9001.

Preferred Qualifications :

  • Has a history of managing computer and network systems at a sophisticated level.

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

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 Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to 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, and other legally-protected characteristics.

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Primary Work Location

USA CA - San Diego (BDB)

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NA (United States of America)

At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates—their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You.

Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and any step rate pay system of the actual work location, as applicable to the role or position. Salary or hourly pay ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles.

Salary Range Information

$109,700.00 - $180,900.00 USD Annual
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