Equipment Maintenance Technician
Listed on 2026-03-02
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Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Manufacturing Engineer, Electronics Technician
Job Description Summary
The Equipment Maintenance Technician will be responsible for ensuring optimal performance and reliability of high-speed automated equipment used in the manufacturing of medical devices. This role includes performing preventive maintenance (PM), troubleshooting, and repairs, while supporting production teams with technical issues. The technician will also mentor associates, promote continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with BD quality systems, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
Regular, punctual attendance and adherence to BD Values are essential.
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 Med Tech 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.
Primary Duties and Authorities include, but are not limited to:- Perform hands-on maintenance and improvement activities on high-speed automated equipment.
- Conduct regular preventive maintenance audits and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Troubleshoot and repair equipment; escalate major issues to the manufacturing technical lead.
- Operate, set up, adjust, and perform changeovers on production equipment.
- Monitor and maintain production quality, minimize downtime, and reduce waste.
- Document PM audits and corrective actions electronically in SAP.
- Analyze equipment failure trends and update PM work orders accordingly.
- Maintain equipment to meet quality and quantity standards, including cleaning and adjustments.
- Keep detailed equipment logs for downtime and maintenance activities.
- Coordinate major repairs with Maintenance, Engineering, and other technical teams.
- Ensure completion and closure of PM tasks in SAP.
- Verify machine functionality and safety guards before operation.
- Monitor production machinery for optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Follow all safety procedures, including proper PPE usage, and report hazards promptly.
- Collaborate with production, engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to achieve operational goals.
- Maintain a clean, organized work area in compliance with GMP and 5S standards.
- Utilize hand tools and basic electrical/mechanical tools for maintenance tasks.
- Use his technical knowledge and experience in programming and troubleshooting to resolve issues and to improve the performance of the automated machines. Based in the following technologies:
- Robots: FANUC and Stäubli (strong experience with pick and place applications)
- Strong knowledge in Rockwell Automation Software:
Studio 5000 , Factory Talk Machine Edition, etc. - Strong knowledge in Servo Motion Controls System as Kinetix Servo drives or similar
- Knowledge in development and programming of Vision Systems such as Cognex (Insight 5000, 2000, micro, Keyence CVX, IV). Experience in ultrasonic welding. Ink Jet printers (Domino, Lynx, Markem Image, Keyence). Experience in thermos transfer printers, flexographic printers and digital printers. Strong knowledge in pneumatics and electro-pneumatic, mechanical knowledge, electronics.
Required: High School Diploma or GED
Preferred: Associate Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Technology
Experience: 3 years in a manufacturing environment preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA)Communication: Basic oral and written communication skills
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively and independently
Problem-Solving: Basic troubleshooting and decision-making skills
Technical Knowledge- Mechanical and electrical fundamentals
- Control systems, robotics, and automation basics
- PLC and vision system
- Quality systems and GMP compliance
- ERP systems (SAP) – Basic
- Microsoft Office – Basic
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