Instrument Test and Process Technician

As a member of the Waters manufacturing team, you will assemble, test, and troubleshoot instrument production lines, serving as the manufacturing process owner for assigned lines and ensuring safety, quality, and cost objectives are met.

• Assemble, test, and troubleshoot assigned instrument production line.
• Serve as manufacturing process owner for assigned line(s), responsible for safety, delivery, quality, and cost.
• Develop expertise in assembly, testing, and troubleshooting for assigned platform(s).
• Work with manufacturing operators to meet weekly production goals for assigned platform(s).
• Troubleshoot electronic circuits, PCBs, mechanical systems, and integrated electromechanical systems including software.
• Support process engineering activities for the assigned production line(s), such as deviation waivers and 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).
• Resolve minor manufacturing assembly and test issues to support instrument and sub‑assembly production; perform testing, validations, and designs of experiments.
• Follow design and quality guidelines based on Good Manufacturing Practices and related BD quality standards and practices.
• Follow all BD housekeeping and safety policies and procedures.
• Be able to work overtime as required to meet BD business requirements.
• Perform other duties as required.

• Minimum two‑year associate’s degree in mechanical, electronics, or related field; robotics experience preferred.
• Demonstrated capability to test highly complex electromechanical instruments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to support the process engineering team.
• Proven ability and accountability to results and to improve performance and processes across a team, work cell, or project.
• Ability to manage time across multiple production orders and processes within allotted time standards.
• 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.
• Leadership skills and ability to mentor, coach, and develop other associates.
• Commitment to continuous improvement.
• Fundamental knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and software tools (oscilloscope, OEM software, torque drivers, gauges, bits, etc.).
• Expert in reading drawings, interpreting and measuring dimensions and requirements.
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting to reach common goals.
• Serve as SME for complex instruments and work with minimal support from engineers/technicians.
• Ability to train associates on testing complex systems, conducting repair activities, and complex troubleshooting.
• Ability to manage frequent assignment changes.
• Proficient in English with ability to read, write, analyze charts, and perform basic arithmetic.
• Strong proficiency with PCs and basic use of a Windows environment.
• Strong math and analytical skills.
• Use independent judgment to plan, perform, make decisions, troubleshoot and problem solve in areas of set‑up, operations, and processes.

Becton, Dickinson & 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 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.