Job Description Summary

We are recruiting a Quality Technician who will be working closely with Manufacturing and Quality Engineering to ensure Quality Systems are maintained in compliance and adhered to by all personnel.

These systems include but are not limited to Quality Notifications, Procedures, performing inspection and various tests, temporary deviations, supporting internal and third party audits, training (C2C), customer complaints, Change Control, Validation, CAPA, etc.

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!

This night shift onsite role (11pm - 11am, 3 days on and 3 days off) offers a competitive salary plus a 48% shift premium.

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

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

Main responsibilities will include:

• Perform routine verification of the manufacturing areas to assure they are operating per their procedures and validated parameters, all documentation is complete and accurate, and the areas are compliant to regulations and GMP.

• Raising Quality Notifications in accordance with standardized practices and ensuring that the non-conforming product is segregated and identified in accordance with the relevant procedures. This includes the investigation into the root cause of the non-conformance.

• Perform inspections and tests as per the applicable SOPs, protocols, and sampling.

• Device History Record (DHR) auditing to ensure that all records are complete and comply with GMP requirements.

• Actively participate in continuous improvement teams and activities, including 5S, blitzes, shift start-up, updating.

• Product inspections as required by the process control plans which may include moulding product dimensional checks, needle functional checks and any others that require Quality support.

• Support SAP/Flexnet requests - blocking and unblocking of product, investigating product quantity discrepancies

• Support of Validation / Trial runs in manufacturing ensuring product is controlled appropriately.

• Provide support for internal audits, third party regulatory audits and customer complaints as required.

• Supporting the Quality Engineering team on reasonable requests as they may arise.

• Supporting / coordinating product returns as they may they arise

About you:

• Achieved GCSE in Maths and English qualifications.

• Experience in a quality role within a high volume medical device-manufacturing controlled environment.

• Basic knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing principles.

• Good numeracy and literacy skills.

• Working knowledge of MS Office and Minitab.

• Excellent communication and influencing skills

Click on apply if this sounds like you!

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 recognizing 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.

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.

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

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Primary Work Location

GBR Plymouth - Belliver Industrial Estate

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Work Shift

GB-Con-PLY Green 23-11-Shift B type (United Kingdom)

At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates—their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You.

Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. 

The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is determined by their experience, education, and skills, as well as the labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location.

Salary Range Information

£26,800.00 - £45,600.00 GBP Annual