Job ID R-504906 Date posted December 5, 2024

Manufacturing Technical Leader

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Job Description

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This role will master the Production Technology and Maintenance techniques being responsible for:

  • Loss (Breakdown, Waste, Speed), Investigation and Resolution.Development of Maintenance standards.

  • Implementation of basic maintenance processes for the designated product lines.

  • Building maintenance skills for the technical team

  • Execution of maintenance activities in the line (planned/ unplanned when available), applying relevant BD Excellence tools & methodology (TPM)

  • Strong structured Problem-Solving Ability

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.

1. Loss (Breakdown, Waste, Speed) Investigation and Resolution

  • Attend Tier 1 and Production Analysis Board (PAB) meetings providing engineering status of line and agree resource deployment and timings to close losses.

  • Resolve repeat loss issues using systematic problem-solving techniques to determine root cause.

  • Support Shift Technicians in Investigation of losses (Breakdowns, Waste, Speed) to ensure countermeasure is effective.

  • Coach Technicians and Operators in quality and effectiveness of problem-solving tools and robustness of countermeasures

  • Support all CI projects/validations as required to help improve equipment reliability

2. Development of Maintenance standards

  • Engage with Operators and Technicians to effectively use Daily Task Maintenance and Planned and Preventative Maintenance to increase OEE and safety performance

  • Provide details to improve Maintenance Standards and execution (Frequency, Breakdowns and Repairs) to Reliability Leader based on problem solving outcomes and DTM/PPM activity. Coaching on continuous improvement methodologies & tools

3. Implementation of basic maintenance process and settings for the designated product line(s).

  • Engage in planning process for Maintenance activities.

  • Lead Maintenance activity for respective line in conjunction with Preventative Maintenance Leader.

  • Maintain critical equipment settings, standards and close loop on changes made.

4. Building maintenance skills for Technicians and Operators.

  • Provide Training and Coaching to Operators and Technicians on DTM/ PPM Maintenance activities and standards.

5. Execution of maintenance activities in the line (planned/ unplanned when available).

  • Ensure all preventative maintenance activities are performed effectively, including opportunistic maintenance working with Preventative Maintenance Leader to plan same.

  • Record maintenance details in full on the designated forms/ SAP.

  • Report and action any abnormalities observed during Daily Task Maintenance / Planned Preventative Maintenance to reduce losses.

  • Record spares used during maintenance / unplanned breakdowns in line Maintenance requirements.

6. Other duties as required to support the needs of the business.

  • Responsible for equipment breakdown response and escalation process in an expedient manner.

  • Facilitates BD Excellence implementation (focusing on TPM component)

About you:

  • HNC or Degree level education in Engineer/Mechatronics or a similar field of study.

  • 5 years technical or manufacturing experience required, with several years of experience with high-speed automated assembly and packaging equipment required.

  • Experience leading a technical team in a busy manufacturing setting.

  • Ability to work as part of a team and encourage effect teambuilding activities.

  • Confident independent thinking, with the ability to act quickly in a high-pressure situation.

  • Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.

  • Experience with safety and ergonomics in a manufacturing environment.

  • Strong understand of Quality Systems.

  • Some PLC experience preferred but not essential.

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Management Level

JG 3 (P2/P3/M1)

Relocation Assistance: May Be Available for This Position Subject to Company Policy. All Candidates Are Welcome to Apply and Will Be Evaluated Equally

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GBR Plymouth - Belliver Industrial Estate

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