Process Engineer

BD; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Process Engineer to join their dynamic team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role involves mastering production technology and maintenance techniques to drive efficiency and quality in the production of lifesaving medical devices. You will leverage your problem-solving skills to investigate and resolve losses while implementing maintenance processes. Join a culture of innovation and collaboration, where your contributions will help shape the future of health and make a meaningful impact on the world.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in technical or manufacturing roles.
• Strong understanding of quality systems and safety in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct 4-block updates and generate initiatives to improve production lines.
• Drive continuous improvement projects and resolve recurring loss issues.

Skills

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Team-building

Troubleshooting

Quality Systems knowledge

Safety and ergonomics

Education

HNC or degree in Engineering/Mechatronics

Tools

PLC/HMI technology

Job description

Job Description Summary

As the Process Engineer, you will master Production Technology and Maintenance techniques, being responsible for loss investigation and resolution (Breakdown, Waste, Speed). You will implement basic maintenance processes for designated product lines, utilizing your strong structured problem-solving abilities.

Job Description

We are the makers of possible

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies. Advancing health is our purpose, requiring imagination and passion across design, engineering, manufacturing, and marketing to create transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Why join us?

A career at BD offers the chance to work with inspiring leaders and colleagues in an inclusive, growth-oriented, and rewarding culture. You will help shape BD's future and leave a legacy. We seek individuals with vision and drive to reinvent health's future. At BD, you can learn, grow, thrive, and contribute to making the world a better place.

Join us as a maker of possible!

If you thrive in a fast-paced, highly technical manufacturing environment and are involved in producing millions of lifesaving medical devices annually, BD's state-of-the-art technology—including packaging robots, vision inspection systems, UV curing, liquid dispensing, and PLC/HMI technology—makes it an ideal place for you. We are seeking talented individuals to ensure our products continue to advance health worldwide.

Main Responsibilities

• Conduct 4-block updates on focus lines.
• Generate initiatives to return lines to LSA.
• Create daily bottleneck and KPI action plans.
• Guide shift teams using data analysis from MES, PAB, and VOA.
• Drive center lining activities for sustained performance.
• Implement poke-yoke solutions and improvements.
• Improve quality to reduce TQN and QN in line with metrics.
• Drive safety initiatives and improvements.
• Identify waste reduction opportunities and ensure completion.
• Attend meetings to report engineering status and resource planning.
• Resolve recurring loss issues through systematic problem-solving.
• Support continuous improvement projects and validations.
• Enhance maintenance standards based on problem-solving outcomes.
• Coach on continuous improvement tools and methodologies.
• Support equipment breakdowns as needed.

About You

• HNC or degree in Engineering/Mechatronics or related field.
• Over 5 years of technical or manufacturing experience, especially with high-speed automated equipment.
• Experience in a busy manufacturing environment.
• Team-oriented with effective team-building skills.
• Independent thinker with quick decision-making skills under pressure.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of safety and ergonomics in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of Quality Systems.
• PLC experience is preferred but not essential.

Click apply if this describes you!

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, and other protected statuses.

Learn more at: https://bd.com/careers

Required Skills

See above

Optional Skills

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Primary Work Location

GBR Plymouth - Belliver Industrial Estate

Additional Locations

None specified

Work Shift

GB-PLY Office Staff 08:30-16:30 (UK)