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BD

Calibration Technician

Salary:  $22 – $36 per hour
Location:  Carol Stream, USA
Location flexibility:  4 office days / week – Based on location and role requirements.
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Job Description

We are the people who give possibilities purpose

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.

Job Description

Essential / Key Job Responsibilities (including supervisory and/or fiscal):

Perform calibration and preventive maintenance on manufacturing, inspection, test, measurement, and facility equipment in accordance with approved procedures and schedules.

  • Calibrate electrical, dimensional, optical, mechanical, and chemical equipment to ensure compliance with established specifications.

  • Collect, analyze, and document calibration and maintenance data.

  • Support calibration activities performed by third-party service providers and verify associated documentation.

  • Identify and report out-of-tolerance conditions, equipment deficiencies, and malfunctions. Initiate or support maintenance activities, perform routine adjustments, and complete required calibration and verification following maintenance or repairs.

  • Maintain calibration standards, tools, and records to ensure measurement accuracy and traceability.

  • Prepare and maintain calibration records, reports, certificates, labels, and related documentation within the applicable calibration management system (e.g., Blue Mountain RAM, IndySoft, or equivalent systems).

  • Use appropriate inspection and measurement tools to perform calibration and verification activities.

  • Assist with solving equipment issues and support new equipment qualification, calibration, verification, documentation, and maintenance activities.

  • Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Facilities, Quality, and external service providers to support calibration activities, equipment reliability, and measurement traceability.

  • Support internal, customer, supplier, and regulatory audits by providing calibration records and objective evidence of compliance.

  • Complete assigned documentation, training, and work activities within established requirements and timelines.

  • Maintain work areas, tools, and equipment in a clean, organized, and safe condition.

Required Qualifications

  • Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and follow procedures.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and document technical information.
  • Ability to identify and report equipment-related issues.
  • Ability to work in areas containing radioactive materials.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Ability to learn new equipment, technologies, and procedures.
  • Ability to work flexible schedules and overtime, as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in Quality, manufacturing, or another regulated environment.
  • Experience with calibration, testing, inspection, maintenance, or measurement activities.
  • Experience using calibration management systems (e.g., Blue Mountain RAM, IndySoft, or equivalent).
  • Familiarity with cGMP, calibration, preventive maintenance, and documentation requirements.
  • Technical certificate, vocational training, or coursework in Electronics, Instrumentation, Metrology, Industrial Maintenance, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
  • Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
  • ASQ Certified Calibration Technician (CCT), NCSLI Certified Calibration Technician (CCT), or equivalent certification preferred

Education and/or Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • One year of calibration, testing, inspection, maintenance, or measurement equipment experience preferred.
  • Proficiency in mathematics and measurement concepts.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and electronic systems.
  • Working knowledge of common hand tools, measurement tools, and calibration equipment.
  • Ability to read and follow technical procedures, specifications, and work instructions

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use sight, and use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools, controls, and office equipment. Must have the ability to sit, stand, reach above head, squat, stoop, kneel, push, pull, and may occasionally carry, push, or lift a minimum of 35 lbs. The employee frequently is required to verbally communicate with other associates.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be in an open cubicle, warehouse or manufacturing lab environment. 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.

This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities of and qualifications for this position. The job description is not intended as inclusive of all duties an individual in this position might be asked to perform or of all qualifications that may be required either now or in the future.

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Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to 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, and other legally protected characteristics.

Required Skills

Optional Skills

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Primary Work Location

USA IL - Carol Stream

Additional Locations

Work Shift

At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs. You can learn more on our career site under "Our Commitment to You."

Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed.

Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role.

Salary Range Information

$22.80 - $36.40 USD Hourly

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Working at BD

4 office days / week – Based on location and role requirements.

A little flex time – Based on role requirements.

Company benefits

Health insurance
__ days annual leave + bank holidays
Accrued annual leave
Company shutdown periods
Optional unpaid leave
Reservist leave
Buy or sell annual leave
Compassionate leave
Dental coverage
Fertility benefits
Hertility subscription
Mental health pathway
On-site wellness services
Complimentary Medical Services
Eye Care Support
Fertility treatment leave
Men’s health support
Mental health platform access
Personalised nutrition plan
Wellbeing allowance
Women’s health support
Critical Illness Insurance
Family health insurance
Gym membership
Menopause support
Mental health first aiders
Mental health support
Private GP service
Wellbeing incentive programme
Mentoring
Coaching
Learning platform
Further education support
Study support
Professional subscriptions
Collaboration spaces
Bike parking
On-site wellness room
Secure on-site parking
Cycle to work scheme
On-site barista
Private booths
Sensory-Friendly Setup
Chill out zone
Ergonomic workstations
Meditation space
On-site catering
On-site gym
On-site shower
On-site workout classes
Adoption leave
Eldercare services
Shared parental leave
Pregnancy loss leave
Summer holiday childcare
Carer’s leave
Emergency leave
Pregnancy support
401K
Annual pay rises
Equity packages
Salary advance
Additional voluntary pension contribution
Electric Car Salary Sacrifice
Income protection
Life assurance
Salary sacrifice
Nursery salary sacrifice scheme
Annual bonus
Enhanced pension match/contribution
Life insurance
Referral bonus
Share options
Theme park discounts
Cinema discounts
Coffee discounts
Restaurant discounts
Travel insurance
Employee recognition scheme
Career and family coaching
Death in service
Employee discounts
Sabbaticals
Sports teams
Workplace loan
Charity donation scheme
Company wide holidays/offsites
Financial advice
Relocation packages
Teambuilding days
Volunteer days
Car allowance
Company car
Employee assistance programme
Financial coaching
In house training
Neonatal leave
Physiotherapy
Will writing
Modern office
Enhanced maternity leave
Enhanced paternity leave
Tax-free childcare
Women’s health leave
Enhanced maternity leave
Women’s health leave
Non-contributory pension
Religious celebration leave
Bank holiday swaps
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Follow applicable safety policies, facility procedures, Quality System requirements, and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

  • Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned

  • Company employees:

    60,000+

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