Becton, Dickinson and Company

R&D Technician 2

Posted on: 12 Feb 2021

Salt Lake, UT

Job Description

Job Description Summary

Job Description

This position reports to an engineer on the Dialysis Team. An R&D; technician helps with the generation of test protocols and reports, tests products and reports results, and helps to design and maintain test fixturing. In addition, they may help with troubleshooting and test development.

Essential job Functions:

oAssists in the generation and review of formal test protocols and reports

oAssists in the execution of test protocols, methods and procedures. Sets up and operates test equipment and records measurements with limited supervision

oMaintains accurate, organizes and presents data in a reportable format

oExperience with vision systems and metrology hardware/Software

oAssists in the generation, design and troubleshooting of testing fixtures

oDevelops and maintains a working knowledge of BD policies and procedures and ISO and FDA requirements

oMust be able to work in a bio-hazard environment and comply with safety policies and procedures outlined by BD policies

Basic Qualifications:

oProficiency in personal computer software, especially Minitab, Excel, and Word

oAbility to work in a team

oGood communication skills (written/verbal)

oAbility to integrate written and verbal instructions; work well under limited supervision

oBasic organizational and math/statistics skills

oProven ability to collect, record, analyze, and report data accurately. Minitab Experience is a plus

oProven knowledge of standard laboratory practices

oTechnical writing proficiency

oGeneral aptitude with testing and manufacturing equipment

oTask oriented, detail oriented

oThe incumbent is responsible for assisting in system assurance including documentation, testing and inspection, product and process development, and non-conforming product investigations.

oWill assist in the support of Manufacturing, New Product Development and Regulatory to ensure systems are in compliance with all internal and external guidelines.

oWill also work on product failure and root cause investigations.

Education and/or Experience:

This position requires:

oAssociate's Degree in science, math or engineering OR a minimum of (5) years related experience

The incumbent must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the duties and responsibilities.

Physical Demands:

This position is in an office and laboratory environment and requires the incumbent to sit, stand and perform general office functions. The incumbent may also be required to lift up to twenty five pounds occasionally. The incumbent may be required to stand for extended periods of time. Bending, stooping and reaching are also frequently required.

Work Environment:

The ideal 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.

Primary Work Location: USA UT - Salt Lake City

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of 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.

Primary Work Location

USA UT - Salt Lake City BPV Satellite

Additional Locations

Work Shift

Becton, Dickinson and Company

Franklin Lakes, NJ

Becton, Dickinson and Company develops, manufactures, and sells medical supplies, devices, laboratory equipment, and diagnostic products worldwide. The company’s BD Medical segment offers peripheral IV and advanced peripheral catheters, central lines, acute dialysis catheters, vascular care and preparation products, needle-free IV connectors and extensions sets, IV fluids, closed-system drug transfer devices, hazardous drug detection, hypodermic syringes and needles, anesthesia needles and trays, enteral syringes, sharps disposal systems; infusion pumps and dedicated disposables, medication compounding workflow systems, automated medication dispensing, automated supply management systems, medication inventory optimization and tracking systems; syringes, pen needles, and other products for diabetes care; and prefillable drug delivery systems.

Its BD Life Sciences segment provides specimen and blood collection products and systems; automated blood and tuberculosis culturing, molecular testing, microorganism identification and drug susceptibility, and liquid-based cytology systems, as well as rapid diagnostic assays, microbiology laboratory automation products, and plated media products; and fluorescence-activated cell sorters and analyzers, monoclonal antibodies and kits, reagent systems, bench-side solutions, and molecular indexing and next-generation sequencing sample preparation products, as well as clinical oncology, immunological, and transplantation diagnostic/monitoring reagents and analyzers.

The company’s BD Interventional segment offers hernia and soft tissue repair, biological and bioresorbable grafts, biosurgery, and other surgical products; surgical infection prevention, thoracic and abdominal drainage, and surgical and laparoscopic instrumentation products; peripheral intervention products; and urology and critical care products. Becton, Dickinson and Company was founded in 1897 and is based in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey.

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