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Machine Operator 2
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A Manufacturing Machine Operator operates machinery used in a manufacturing facility, including a range of machines used for the production or transport of goods.
$39,206 / year median in Maryland
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Machine Operator 2
We are the makers of possibleBD 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 MedTech 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.
As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (
NYSE:
WAT), 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.
Responsibilities:
- Works within standards and operating procedures to plan, perform, and make decisions regarding the set up and operations of a variety of production equipment, including automated machine processes and controls to perform routine assembly-line production functions of filling, packing, assembling, labeling and inspecting
- Uses independent judgment in troubleshooting and problem solving under general supervision
- May perform clean up functions in sterilized areas
- Identifies the need for minor equipment repairs
- May analyze and evaluate charts, follows simple diagrams, testing, and inspecting procedures
- Assists with root-cause analysis activities for process or product exceptions
- May monitor quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
- Ensures accurate documentation of all relevant quality, safety, and maintenance documents. Identifies, troubleshoots, and resolves basic issues associated with the machine performance and/or product quality.
- Demonstrates the ability to follow established procedures according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
- Must follow all Waters housekeeping policies and procedures
- Must follow all Waters safety policies and procedures
- Must be able to work overtime as required to meet Waters business requirements
- Perform other duties as required