Production Technician (Night shift)

BD; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matched pension up to 10% of salary

Life assurance and critical illness

Private Medical Insurance

Share save scheme – up to £150/month

Job summary

BD is a global medical technology leader based in the United Kingdom, hiring a Production Technician for a 11pm–11am shift in Plymouth. The role offers a base salary with a 37% shift premium and comprehensive benefits, supporting a hands-on approach in a high‑volume, automated environment.

You will operate sophisticated production equipment, perform preventative maintenance, diagnose faults, and help minimise downtime while upholding quality standards.

Qualifications

• Electrical or mechanical engineering qualification (City & Guilds / HND) or time-served apprenticeship.
• Experience in high-volume automated manufacturing.
• Hands-on maintenance and fault-finding.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery and support assembly, covering breaks and pallet release.
• Carry out Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) and refurbish offline machinery.
• Diagnose and repair electro-mechanical faults.
• Set up manufacturing equipment and ensure products meet standards.
• Monitor in-process quality and take action to prevent holds.
• Minimise downtime while managing repair and spare-parts costs.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Fault-finding

Teamwork

Proactive problem solving

Education

Electrical or mechanical engineering qualification (City & Guilds / HND) or time-served apprenticeship

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

As a Production Technician, you’ll play a key role in keeping our automated manufacturing operation running smoothly. This is a varied, hands‑on position where you’ll operate sophisticated production equipment, carry out preventative maintenance, diagnose and repair electro‑mechanical faults, and resolve technical issues to minimise downtime and maintain high standards of quality.

You’ll work a 11pm–11am shift, full compensation including 37% shift premium of £42 500 per annum plus benefits.

This is a varied, hands‑on role where no two shifts are quite the same. Your responsibilities will include:

• Operating production machinery, supporting assembly activities, covering breaks and completing pallet release duties
• Carrying out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and refurbishing offline machinery
• Diagnosing and repairing electro‑mechanical faults
• Setting up manufacturing equipment and ensuring products are produced to the required standards
• Monitoring in‑process quality and taking action when issues arise to help prevent product holds
• Helping minimise equipment downtime while managing repair and spare‑part costs effectively
• Supporting a safe, efficient and high‑quality manufacturing environment

Preferred Requirements

• An electrical or mechanical engineering qualification, such as City & Guilds or HND, or a time-served apprenticeship
• Experience within a high‑volume, highly automated manufacturing environment
• Hands‑on maintenance and fault‑finding experience
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A practical, proactive approach to solving technical problems
• A passion for contributing to healthcare through high‑quality manufacturing

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)

BD is proud to be certified as a Top Employer 2026 in United Kingdom and in Europe, reflecting our commitment to creating an exceptional working environment.

At BD, we prioritize on‑site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem‑solving, which are essential in the fast‑paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in‑office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognising the importance of flexibility and work‑life balance. Remote or field‑based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

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.

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.

Primary Work Location: GBR Plymouth – Belliver Industrial Estate. Work Shift: GB-Con-PLY Green 23-11-Shift B type (United Kingdom).

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 labour 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

£25,000.00 - £38,125.00 GBP Annual