Production Technician, Nights - Plymouth
Our Plymouth manufacturing site is expanding, and we are seeking a passionate and skilled Production Technician to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the production of medical devices that positively impact healthcare worldwide. As part of a dynamic and collaborative team, you will provide essential technical support to our assembly lines, ensuring seamless operations and high-quality output.
We are the makers of possibleBD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Our purpose, "Advancing the world of health™," is a significant undertaking. It requires the imagination and passion of everyone at BD-from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of billions of MedTech products annually-to transform the impossible into possibilities.
Become a maker of possible with us!
This night shift onsite role (11 pm - 11 am, 3 days on and 3 days off) offers a competitive salary plus £28,800 + a 48% shift premium. Our generous benefits include:- 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 well being
- 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 promptly repair electro-mechanical faults 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 inefficiencies.
- Support the installation and validation of new equipment and technology, ensuring smooth production transitions.
- Identify 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 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.
Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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