PLC Manufacturing Technician

As a PLC Manufacturing Technician at BD, your main responsibilities include setting up and maintaining pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems on our production equipment. You’ll ensure preventive maintenance is carried out effectively, assist Engineering with new equipment installations, and keep meticulous logs of any downtime or maintenance issues. Your insight will help improve processes, ensuring quality and safety standards are consistently met.

To qualify for the PLC Manufacturing Technician position at BD, you need at least a high school diploma or GED, with an associate degree in Mechatronics preferred. A minimum of four years of experience in a manufacturing environment, focusing on electronic and electrical systems, is required, as well as familiarity with automation controls software. Experience in the medical device industry is a plus!

As a PLC Manufacturing Technician at BD, a solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulics, and electronics principles is essential. You must be adept at interpreting schematic drawings and technical specifications, and you should be able to log into PLCs to diagnose and troubleshoot ladder logic, particularly with Allen Bradley systems. Proficiency with MS Office Suite applications is also important.

At BD, PLC Manufacturing Technicians work in a smoke-free environment where safety is a priority. You'll be required to follow stringent guidelines regarding personal items like jewelry while on the production floor. Expect to collaborate closely with your teammates as we foster a culture of innovation and excellence. Additionally, the role demands physical activity, including lifting and the ability to meet specific demands.

As a PLC Manufacturing Technician at BD, you will typically have a standard work week that emphasizes in-office collaboration, promoting teamwork and creativity. While the requirement is a minimum of four days in the office, the company recognizes the importance of work-life balance and may offer flexibility depending on the role. Exceptional performance and commitment to the team and quality will definitely be recognized.

In your response, highlight specific experiences where you've worked with PLCs, especially focusing on Allen Bradley systems if applicable. Discuss how you utilized your skills to troubleshoot and improve equipment performance, demonstrating your familiarity with ladder logic and troubleshooting techniques.

Mention your systematic approach to preventive maintenance, including regular inspections, adherence to PM programs, and documentation of processes. Emphasize the importance of consistency and how it minimizes downtime and enhances productivity, which aligns perfectly with BD's operational goals.

Your answer should reflect your problem-solving skills and ability to communicate effectively with team members. Provide examples of how you've identified issues, suggested improvements, and worked collaboratively with engineering teams to enhance process efficiency.

Share an instance where you were required to adapt rapidly to a new technology or system in your previous roles. Discuss your learning methods, the challenges faced, and how successfully overcoming those challenges benefited your team or project.

Discuss your commitment to safety and specific protocols you have followed in your previous roles. Mention any relevant training or certifications you've completed, and explain how you aim to uphold and promote safety standards as part of your responsibilities at BD.

Explain your approach to task prioritization, perhaps outlining how you assess urgency and importance. Use examples to illustrate how you've balanced multiple responsibilities effectively in past roles, ensuring quality and timely resolutions.

Talk about specific tools or software you've used in the past for diagnostics and repairs, making sure to connect this to your experience with the equipment at BD. Highlight how these tools have improved your efficiency or effectiveness.

Express your admiration for BD’s commitment to innovation in healthcare and how your skills and values align with the company’s mission. Mention your enthusiasm for contributing to a team that positively impacts lives through advanced medical technologies.

Discuss traits like attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to solving problems. Emphasize the importance of teamwork and a commitment to ongoing learning and improvement in the rapidly evolving healthcare technology space.

Choose a specific instance, describe the challenge in detail, and outline the steps you took to resolve it. Be sure to highlight how your analytical skills and technical knowledge helped achieve a positive outcome, aligning it with the expectations at BD.