Operations Specialist 1

Becton Dickinson Medical Devices • San Diego, CA

2d • $29 - $47 • Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Specialist I supports the production of commercial fluorescent dyes, including the formulation, bottling, labeling, and packaging of finished goods. The Operations Specialist I also supports Quality Control of finished goods by performing dye labeling reactions and sample preparation. This position will be expected to execute specific tasks with moderate discretion and with oversight from a supervisor/lead. 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 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.

Requirements

• B.S. in Chemisty, Biology, or Life Sciences
• 0-2 years relevant experience
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures is essential.
• Proficiency in MS Office Skills (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is required.
• Must possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-based environment.
• Multitask to cover a variety of job functions.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, effective written and oral communications skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with manual (pipette) and automated filling/dispensing is preferred.
• Prior experience in a chemistry lab is preferred.
• Experience working in a glovebox is preferred.
• Experience with SAP, BMRAM, and DocuNECT is preferred.
• Experience with quality systems and guidelines (e.g., GLP, GMP, ISO) strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform bottling/packaging of air and water sensitive finished goods using manual and automated processes and equipment.
• Perform lyophilization of finished good products.
• Perform weight checks, capping, and packaging of air and water sensitive finished goods within a glovebox.
• Prepare packaged products for QA inspection, including all required documentation.
• Perform small scale chemical reactions (dye labeling) for Quality Control testing.
• Manage physical inventory within a glovebox and/or cold storage for raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods.
• Support accurate inventory management of these materials through cycle counts, database management, etc.
• Accurately complete required documentation (batch records, data entry, etc.) on time.
• Support document control and data archiving activities as assigned.
• Monitor stock of bottling and packaging supplies. Order and restock supplies as needed.
• Ensure equipment/instruments are maintained for optimal performance, including calibration, preventative maintenance, inventory of spare parts, and qualification for use.
• Actively participate in the Tier Management System by attending Tier 1 meetings and supporting the achievement of business KPIs (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People) and functional goals
• Participate in and uphold 5S workplace organization standards ensuring a clean, efficient, and safe environment through regular audits, labeling, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Promote a safe work environment. May provide recommendations on maintaining the safety of the work environment. Participates in Environmental Health and Safety programs. Addresses corrective actions whenever a hazard is identified. Notifies supervisor of all observed hazardous conditions or unsafe work practices.
• Other responsibilities or projects as assigned by reporting manager. May cross-train on other support activities within the Operations department (e.g., Quality Control testing).

Benefits

• At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates—their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You .
• Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility.
• There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed.
• The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and any step rate pay system of the actual work location, as applicable to the role or position.
• Salary or hourly pay ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level