Machinist II
Listed on 2026-01-06
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Manufacturing / Production
Machine Operator, Manufacturing Production
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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.
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The Machinist II position requires a high level of individual proficiency that requires the individual to set up and operate machines, use tooling necessary to make or repair parts. Five year's experience as a machinist. Use mechanisms, tools, or machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, and layout machining procedures. Ability to weld all materials, and run all machines/equipment in the shop.
Create value through completing work orders on time; ability to cross-train others to increase shop capabilities.
- Studies specifications, such as blueprint, sketch, or description of part to be replaced, and plans sequence of operations.
- Measures, marks and scribes dimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining.
- Sets up and operates lathes, milling machines, shapers, grinders, drill press and other machining equipment to machine parts to specifications, and verifies conformance of part to specifications using measuring instruments.
- Positions and secures parts on surface plate or worktable with such devices as vises, V-blocks and plates and uses hand tools to fit and assemble parts to assemblies or mechanisms.
- Verifies dimensions and alignment with measuring instruments, such as micrometers, height gauges and gauge blocks.
- May operate mechanism or machine, observe operation, or test it with inspection equipment to diagnose malfunction of machine or to test repaired machine.
- Assists with preventive maintenance on equipment as specified or as required to ensure a smooth start up and operation.
- Required to perform welding on all materials and soldering as needed.
- Observes all safety and environmental procedures, getting all seven engagement points, and QSRs.
- High School Diploma or GED required or in lieu of education, adequate experience will be accepted.
- 2 - 3 years experience as a machinist.
- BD is a smoke-free campus. Smoking and the use of electronic smoking devices, marijuana, or tobacco products are not allowed on BD property, grounds or in the parking areas. We appreciate your cooperation in adhering to this policy.
- False eyelashes, press-on fingernails, and Jewelry is not allowed on the production floor including dermals. Any associate wearing dermals will be required to cover them while working on the production floor.
- Shoes are required to be Steel Toe and non-slip for all associates while on the production floor for safety purposes.
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.
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