Job Description Summary

Reporting to the Manufacturing Unit Leader ( Moulding) , the Moulding Technical Leader will take ownership of aspects related to daily Technical execution, problem solving and team development in a high volume manufacturing environment. This role involves leading a technical team, providing comprehensive support and guidance to Engineering Technicians, Technicians and Apprentices when resolving equipment breakdowns, completing planned maintenance and support continuous improvement initiatives.

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.

Main responsibilities will include:

• Attend 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 are effective.

• Coach team members in all related duties to support maintenance activites.

• Support CI projects/validations to help improve equipment reliability.

• 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.

• Engage in planning process for Maintenance activities.

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

• 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.

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

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 complex moulding manufacturing.

• 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.

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.

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Required Skills

Electrical Diagnostics, Plastic Injection Molding Machines, Problem Solving, Team Leadership

Optional Skills

Electrical Engineering, Injection Molding Processing, Mechanical Engineering

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Primary Work Location

GBR Plymouth - Belliver Industrial Estate

Additional Locations

Work Shift