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Production Technician

Plymouth
1 month ago
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Our Plymouth manufacturing site is growing, and we are looking for a passionate and skilled Production Technician to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the production of medical devices that make a difference in healthcare worldwide. As part of a dynamic, collaborative team, you will be responsible for providing technical support to our assembly lines, ensuring seamless operations and high-quality output.

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.

Why join us?

A career at BD means learning and working alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time.

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 health. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

Become a maker of possible with us!

This night shift onsite role (11pm - 11am, 3 days on and 3 days off) offers a competitive salary plus a 48% shift premium.

Our generous benefits including:

Matched contribution Pension scheme up to 10% of salary

Life assurance and critical illness cover

Private Medical Insurance

Share save scheme - matched up to £150/month

Reward & recognition scheme linked to Health and Safety and Continuous Improvement

Employee Assistance Program, supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing

Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme

Subsidised canteen

Free car parking

240 hours annual leave, increasing to 247.5 after 5 years service

Main responsibilities will include:

Diagnose and repair electro-mechanical faults promptly using methodical problem-solving techniques.

Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and refurbish machinery and ancillary equipment offline.

Ensure all manufacturing equipment is set up correctly to meet established Quality Control specifications and Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards.

Monitor and improve line performance, identifying and resolving bottlenecks and areas of inefficiency.

Support the installation and validation of new equipment and technology, ensuring smooth production transitions.

Find opportunities for continuous improvement in processes and systems to enhance operational efficiency.

Collaborate with multi-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.

Maintain a high level of safety awareness, particularly regarding electrical, compressed air, and pressurised systems.

About you:

Hold a qualification in electrical or mechanical engineering, such as C&G, HND, or a time-served apprenticeship.

Have a strong engineering aptitude with a keen eye for creative problem-solving and innovative solutions.

You are IT literate and have a methodical, process-driven approach to work.

You are organised, self-motivated, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team.

Have experience in a high-volume, highly automated manufacturing environment, with a focus on safety and quality

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