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Manufacturing Unit Process Engineer

Onsite, Sumter, SC

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Job ID
R-544986
Category
Engineering
Location
Sumter, South Carolina

We are the people who give possibilities purpose

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.

Job Description

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Implement and sustain BD Excellence methodologies across the manufacturing unit.

2. Identify and standardize critical equipment settings and process parameters.

3. Develop and maintain technical standards to ensure process stability and performance.

4. Train and coach operators and technical staff on technical standards, basic condition restoration, and continuous improvement tools.

5. Lead root cause analysis and implement countermeasures for top losses affecting OEE, quality, and safety.

6. Drive waste and non-value-added activity (NVAA) reduction through data analysis and process optimization.

7. Support change control processes, including validation activities and resolution of quality deviations.

8. Apply engineering expertise (mechanical, chemical, electrical, automation) to solve practical manufacturing problems.

9. Utilize technical tools such as 3D modeling, technical drawings, and statistical analysis to support process improvements.

10. Design efficient processes and optimize manpower allocation using systems thinking and lean principles.

11. Ensure accurate application of BD Excellence performance code data to prioritize and track improvements.

12. Identify and scale best practices across production lines.

13. Support implementation of acceleration programs, including SMED, AM activities, and loss prioritization.

14. Maintain alignment with factory master plans, financial KPIs, and business unit targets.

15. Perform other duties as needed to support business objectives.

Deliverables:

  • Ensures safety of all associates and quality of product.

  • Ensures new manufacturing processes and process improvements meet Manufacturing Unit objectives.

  • Ensures equipment is running efficiently and effectively.

  • Analyzes current state of equipment efficiency to drive OEE improvement and sustainability.

Education:

This position has the following minimum educational requirements:

  • BA/BS Degree: Required - Engineering, Mechanical Engineering preferred

  • 3 years manufacturing experience preferred

  • 2 yrs Medical manufacturing experience preferred

Basic Knowledge and Skills:

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities (KSA’s):

  • Effective Oral/written Communication - Proficient 

  • Ability to work as part of a team / Teambuilding - Proficient 

  • Independent thinking / Self Driven - Proficient

  • Decision Making Ability - Proficient 

  • Machine Design – Proficient  

  • Troubleshooting / Problem Solving - Advanced  

  • Safety & Ergonomics Expertise – Proficient

  • Project Management - Basic 

  • Quality Systems Knowledge – Proficient

  • Logistics & Planning Knowledge – Basic

  • Computer Skills / Microsoft Office - Proficient

  • Financial Acumen - Basic

Why Join Us?

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 healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visithttps://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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