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Job ID R-516222 Date posted 04/15/2025

Job Description Summary

The Production Technician role is responsible for all technical and processing activities including and running machinery, equipment maintenance and fault finding.

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

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.

The working hours are 11pm-11am and the shift is accompanied by an impressive 48% shift premium on top of your basic salary!

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

  • Subsidized canteen

  • Free car parking

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

Main responsibilities will include:

  • Operational responsibilities include covering breaks, operating production machinery, assembling product and pallet release duties.

  • Conducting Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and refurbish offline machinery.

  • Attending to electro-mechanical faults, diagnosing and repairing .

  • Ensuring all manufacturing equipment is set up and produces product according to standards.

  • Monitoring in-process quality, addressing issues as needed to prevent product holds.

  • Ensuring the minimisation of downtime within planned costs for repair and spares.

About you:

  • Qualification in electrical engineering (e.g: C&G, HND) or a time served apprenticeship is essential.

  • Experience in a high volume, highly automated manufacturing environment.

  • Experience in maintenance and fault finding.

  • Excellent communication skills.

  • Team player who is passionate about healthcare.

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

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