Manufacturing Expansion Transition Technician – Shift

Position: Manufacturing Expansion Transition Technician – A Shift
** Manufacturing Technician (Fixed-Term Project Role)
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* Location:

** Bard Manufacturing Facility  
** Department:
** Manufacturing Operations  
** Job Type:
** Fixed-Term (Project-Based, 2-Year Contract)  
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* Reports to:

** Shift Manager
** Join us and make a difference when it matters most!
** At Bard, we are committed to delivering high-quality medicines safely, efficiently, and reliably to patients who depend on them. As part of our ongoing manufacturing expansion programme, we are investing in new capabilities while maintaining excellence within our existing operations.

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a critical business initiative by ensuring continuity of supply during a period of operational transformation.
** Role Summary
** The Manufacturing Technician is a fixed-term, project-linked position established to support manufacturing operations within Bard's legacy production suites during the Manufacturing Expansion Training Workstream.

The role will ensure uninterrupted production while permanent manufacturing technicians undertake training and knowledge-transfer activities associated with the new ADHD bead manufacturing facility and related expansion assets. The post-holder will be responsible for delivering production, quality, safety, and operational performance targets within an assigned legacy manufacturing area, ensuring compliance with GMP requirements and Health & Safety standards.

This is a hands-on, physically demanding position operating within a manufacturing environment that requires flexibility for shift-based working. Full training will be provided to successful candidates.

This role is restricted to existing manufacturing operations and does not include training, qualification, authorization, or deployment on the new expansion facilities.
** Role and Responsibilities
**** Manufacturing Operations
*** Support Cell Leads in delivering daily production targets across assigned manufacturing areas.
* Ensure manufacturing activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with approved procedures.
* Prepare equipment, materials, and production areas to ensure smooth shift handovers and operational readiness.
* Maintain production continuity through effective teamwork and support of operational priorities.
* Proactively identify and escalate issues that may affect production performance or product quality.
** Production Performance & Continuous Improvement
*** Contribute to the achievement of key manufacturing performance indicators, including production output, equipment efficiency, changeover performance, and downtime reduction.
* Participate in root cause investigations and problem-solving activities to improve process understanding and operational performance.
* Support Continuous Improvement initiatives focused on waste reduction, yield improvement, and process optimization.
* Champion small-scale Kaizen projects and contribute to site improvement programmes.
* Participate in Autonomous Maintenance activities to support equipment reliability and performance.
** Quality & Compliance
*** Ensure all activities are performed in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards and company procedures.
* Complete manufacturing documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
* Support validation activities, including protocol execution, sampling activities, and associated documentation.
* Maintain a strong understanding of quality requirements, production records, and compliance expectations.
* Raise Documentation Change Requests (DCRs) for batch records, procedures, and controlled documents as required.
* Support ongoing regulatory compliance through adherence to approved processes and procedures.
** Equipment & Asset Management
*** Operate manufacturing equipment safely and effectively within designated production areas.
* Maintain machinery and production equipment in a clean, safe, and operational condition.
* Support routine cleaning, inspection, and servicing activities.
* Work collaboratively with Engineering and Quality teams to investigate and resolve equipment or process-related issues.
* Assist with troubleshooting activities to minimize operational disruptions.
** Workplace Management & Operational Support
*** Take ownership of workplace organization and housekeeping standards through effective implementation of 5S principles.
* Maintain appropriate stock levels of materials, consumables, and production components.
* Support Shift Managers and Coordinators through accurate operational…