Grind Operator

About This Role

This role is responsible for processing cannula through grinding operations, including loading, unloading, grinding, and inspecting products. The Grind Operator ensures continuous work patterns, compliance with quality systems, and maintains equipment performance.

Responsibilities

• Complete quality inspections in a timely and accurate manner, and record findings
• Perform manual and machine point grinding of Cannula
• Operate electrolytic grinding and electrical discharge machine equipment
• Perform minor setup and repairs on equipment and assist with major changeovers
• Assist QC Manufacturing Representative and/or QC Technician in performing machine and process capability studies
• Maintain equipment operation, monitoring and performance of grinding systems
• Know processes and QC Specifications
• Perform Cannula/Stylets/Blades loading/unloading of grinders as required
• Inspect and remove defective product
• Maintain product quality, equipment performance and production performance
• Make process equipment adjustments, repairs and service as required
• Notify set-up, utility and technicians when necessary
• Clean up as required
• Maintain accurate production waste, quality, labor, etc. records

Requirements

• Ability to read, write and converse in English
• Willingness and ability to uphold BD Values

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED preferred, or two years manufacturing experience in lieu of a diploma/GED
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred

Benefits