Job Opportunity at BDWe 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 usfrom design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per yearto look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
Shift: Fri-Sun and every other Thursday (6pm-6:30am)
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Job Description:
Assists Team Leader in operating the sterilization process to ensure quality processing.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Performs backup Team Leader responsibilities, as required.
Operates the sterilization process and ancillary equipment.
Moves material through all steps of the sterilization process.
Operates material handling equipment.
Documents all steps in the sterilization process in accordance with established procedures including the JD Edwards and Mfg Pro computerized inventory management system.
Able to perform all functions as defined in the Warehouse Spore Placer Job Description and perform post sterile inspection. Initiates maintenance work orders, when applicable.
Maintains plant facilities and equipment through "user level" preventative maintenance as defined by procedure(s).Participates in safety team, audit activities and operational process improvements.
Crucial resource for training of other sterilization personnel (i.e. Sterilization Operators).Perform chemical receipt into Sterilization.
Supervise chemical inventory of nitrogen and ethylene oxide. Connection / disconnection of hazardous chemicals to process equipment (i.e. ethylene oxide).Assists with various monthly reports for purpose of supervising departmental performance.
Will optimally complete other functions and responsibilities that may be assigned.
Qualifications:- Able to operate material handling equipment.
- Able to prioritize tasks and workflow. Planning will take into account assets (time, equipment, and product) available.
- Knowledge of personal computers.
- Strong leadership and motivational skills required
- Education and/or Experience:
- Minimum high school diploma or GED equivalent, with preferably some technical or college education.
- Two to 4 years of experience in the operation of equipment and inventory management is desirable.
- Reasoning Ability:
- Must be a self-starter.
- Position requires good logic, reasoning ability, ability to define problems and find logical solutions.
- Able to apply policies and procedures to work situations and use judgment in selecting appropriate actions.
- Significant deviations from established policies and procedures will be referred to management and / or Team Leader.
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 30 pounds.
- Employee is required to meet with other personnel in other areas of building. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
- Employee must not have any facial hair that interferes with a protective MSA mask and must be able to wear a tight-fitting supplier air respirator
- Must be free of any health condition that would prohibit assignments to an ethylene oxide related area.
- Employee must participate in annual medical surveillance for exposure to ethylene oxide
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 able to work "off" hours with minimal supervision, as required.
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 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. Primary Work LocationUSA GA - Covington BMDAdditional LocationsUSA GA - Madison Work Shift
