BDX

Calibration Technician

USA IL - Carol Stream Full time

Job Description Summary

The Calibration Technician is a position that conducts calibrations & preventive maintenance of equipment utilized by the plant in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), company policy and safety regulations. This position supports the daily workflow and problem-solves issues in the process to ensure consistent quality. This position reports within a calibration team through the Quality department. The applicant should possess a strong willingness to learn and advance their knowledge in metrology. This position requires schedule flexibility, attention to detail and the ability to work alongside other technicians in a dynamic work environment.

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 / Key Job Responsibilities (including supervisory and/or fiscal):

  • Calibrate manufacturing, inspection, measurement, and test equipment in the following subject areas – electrical, dimensional, optical, physical/mechanical, & chemical in order to ensure compliance with published specifications

  • Measure, compile, analyze and summarize data gathered during calibration

  • Be responsible for calibration activities of third-party calibration service providers

  • Identify out-of-tolerance conditions and perform corrective action via adjustments, component replacement, etc.

  • Maintain secondary and/or working calibration standards

  • Prepare and review calibration reports, internal forms, certificates, and labels.

  • Ability to use various types of inspection tools and adapt what to use to perform various types of inspections

  • Documents inspection data by completing inspection test reports and filing hard copies, scanning, and saving them online on respective computer documents file

  • Initiates Unscheduled Maintenance reports for nonconforming materials and equipment.

  • Completes all required paperwork and tasks within established guidelines

  • Demonstrate the ability to follow established procedures to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)

  • Maintain high attention to detail, accuracy, and overall quality of work

  • Maintains work areas and equipment in a clean an orderly condition and follows prescribed BD safety policies and procedures

  • Understands and follows the established corporate safety standards, local facility operating procedures and safety policies

  • Follows Quality Systems Regulations and established procedures

  • Other duties, as assigned

Required Qualifications

  • Must demonstrate the ability to work as a standout colleague, perform as a self-motivator, communicate effectively, follow written procedures, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English

  • Ability to read and interpret data to reach a sound decision; read, interpret, and relay department requirements to other areas or staff.

  • Ability to work in areas that contain radioactive materials

  • Consistently perform calibrations and other tasks with precision and professionalism.

  • Ability to learn and adapt to dynamic requirements and methodologies in all aspects of the calibration program.

  • Ability to work all shifts and overtime, as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in a QA/QC environment

  • Experience in calibration or other measurement testing experience in the use of Regulatory Asset Management software (i.e. Blue Mountain RAM, Indysoft)

Education and/or Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • 1 year of calibration and or testing experience with measuring equipment.

  • Proficiency in math is required. 

  • Proficient in the use of a PC with keyboarding & Microsoft Office skills

  • Must possess common tooling knowledge and skills

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use sight, and use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools, controls, and office equipment. Must have the ability to sit, stand, reach above head, squat, stoop, kneel, push, pull, and may occasionally carry, push, or lift a minimum of 35 lbs. The employee frequently is required to verbally communicate with other associates.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be in an open cubicle, warehouse or manufacturing lab environment.  Candidate must be able to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment. BD is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that values and actively seeks diversity in the workforce.

This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities of and qualifications for this position. The job description is not intended as inclusive of all duties an individual in this position might be asked to perform or of all qualifications that may be required either now or in the future

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 IL - Carol Stream

Additional Locations

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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

$22.70 - $35.20 USD Hourly