Instrument Test and Process Technician in Sparks
Listed on 2026-06-27
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering -
Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering
Job Title
As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation, by applying to this role, you will be applying for a position with Waters. Waters is a global leader in life sciences, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, Waters' innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across biology, chemistry, and physics.
Waters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters' passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.
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.
- Assembles, tests, and troubleshoots assigned instrument production line.
- Serve as the manufacturing process owner for assigned manufacturing line(s) including responsibility for Safety, Delivery, Quality and Cost.
- Develop expertise in assembly, testing and troubleshooting for assigned platform(s).
- Works with Manufacturing Operators to meet weekly production goals for assigned platform(s).
- Troubleshoot electronic circuits, PCBs, mechanical systems, and integrated electromechanical systems including software.
- Supports the process engineering activities for the assigned production line(s) such as Deviation Waivers, Quality Notifications including Repair/Re-work forms.
- Train production associates on assembly and test procedures.
- Work with Engineers to solve design and manufacturing challenges.
- Recommend continuous improvement opportunities. Perform feasibility tests.
- Revise, verify & validate, and update procedures for assigned manufacturing line(s).
- Engineering Support
- Resolve minor manufacturing assembly and test issues to support instrument and sub-assembly production; also perform testing, validations, and designs of experiments under the guidance of the department staff. - Follows design and quality guidelines based on Good Manufacturing Practices guidelines and related BD Quality Standards and Practices.
- Must follow all BD housekeeping policies and procedures
- Must follow all BD safety policies and procedures
- Must be able to work overtime as required to meet BD business requirements
- Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Education /
Experience:
- Two year Associates degree in mechanical or electronics or relevant degree. Robotics experience preferred.
- Must demonstrate capability to test for highly complex electromechanical instruments.
- Must demonstrate capability to communicate clearly through both verbal and written communication to support process engineering team.
- Proven ability and accountability to results and to improve performance and processes across a team, work cell, or project.
- Must demonstrate the ability to manage time across multiple production orders and processes within allotted time standards.
- Must demonstrate the ability to lead quality, CI, and System reviews including root cause analysis and providing solutions to a wide range of production and system issues
- Proficiency in system Performance analysis and comprehension.
- Proven leadership skills capability…
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