Day Shift Engineering Technician

BD; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in medical technology seeks a Day Shift Engineering Technician to enhance manufacturing processes. This role supports technical teams in resolving machine issues and implementing improvements in safety, quality, and efficiency. You will work with state-of-the-art technology in a fast-paced environment, contributing to the production of lifesaving medical devices. Join a culture that values growth and innovation, where your expertise will help shape the future of health. If you are passionate about engineering and teamwork, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

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

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme

Subsidised canteen

Free car parking

24 days holiday (25 after 5 years)

Qualifications

• Strong engineering aptitude with the ability to fault find and resolve technical problems.
• Ability to interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise to resolve complex machine faults.
• Identify and implement process improvement ideas for Safety and Quality.

Skills

CAD Drawings

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

SAP Systems

Teamwork

Training Instruction

Education

HNC or equivalent Level 4 Qualification

Tools

PLC Technology

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description Summary

As the Day Shift Engineering Technician, you will report to the Manufacturing Technical Leader and support the execution and process teams in resolving technical issues, whilst also identifying and implementing process improvements for Safety, Quality, Delivery (Efficiency), and Cost.

Job Description

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!

If you are looking to be part of a team that manufactures millions of lifesaving medical devices throughout the world each year and if you thrive in a highly technical fast paced manufacturing environment, then Push Button at BD is the ultimate place to work. With state-of-the-art technology, which includes packaging robots, quality assurance vision inspection systems, ultraviolet curing, precision liquid dispensing, Allen Bradley PLC and HMI technology, all within a highly integrated automated assembly unit, Push Button is one of the Southwest’s most technically advanced manufacturing lines and we are looking for talented individuals to ensure that our world class product continues to advance the world of health.

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
• 24 days holiday (25 after 5 years)
  
  

This role is offered on a Monday-Friday (08:30-16:30) working hour arrangement.

Main Responsibilities Will Include

• Provide technical expertise and assistance to the technical associates in resolving complex machine related faults. This will include robust root cause analysis, and to action any improvements that can be made to mitigate future failures.
• Acting as a process expert for the PBBBCS lines, guiding others and sharing knowledge.
• Utilising technology to support root cause analysis e.g. PLCs, AutoCAD drawings, MES etc.
• Identify and implement process improvement ideas, that will have a positive influence on Safety, Quality, Delivery and/or Cost.
• Implement training programs for technical shift associates.
• Effectively communicate with the execution and asset care team to enable results.
  
  

About You

• HNC or equivalent Lvl 4 Qualification or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work in fast paced environments
• Strong engineering aptitude with the ability to fault find and resolve technical problems
• Great communicator with the ability to work within a team
• Background in Mechanical and Electrical desirable.
• Ability to interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
• SAP experience desired, but not essential.
  
  

Click on apply if this sounds like you!

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of 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, or any other protected status.

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

Required Skills

CAD Drawings, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Production Drawings, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), SAP Systems, Teamwork, Training Instruction

Optional Skills

Continual Improvement Process, Lean Manufacturing

Primary Work Location

GBR Plymouth - Belliver Industrial Estate

Additional Locations

Work Shift

GB-PLY Office Staff 0830-1630 (United Kingdom)