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Production Technician; Day Shift

Job in Plymouth, Devon, PL2, England, UK
Listing for: BD
Full Time position Listed on 2026-11-14
Job specializations:
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 25000 - 38000 GBP Yearly GBP 25000.00 38000.00 YEAR

Job Description & How to Apply Below

Position: Production Technician (Day Shift).

We are the people who give possibilities purpose

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 Med Tech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

As a Production Technician, you’ll play a key role in keeping our automated manufacturing operation running smoothly. This is a varied, hands‑on position where you’ll operate sophisticated production equipment, carry out preventative maintenance, diagnose and repair electro‑mechanical faults, and resolve technical issues to minimise downtime and maintain high standards of quality.

You’ll work a 11am–11pm shift,
full compensation including % shift premium of £37 820 per annum plus benefits.

Your responsibilities will include:
  • Operating production machinery, supporting assembly activities, covering breaks and completing pallet release duties
  • Carrying out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and refurbishing offline machinery
  • Diagnosing and repairing electro‑mechanical faults
  • Setting up manufacturing equipment and ensuring products are produced to the required standards
  • Monitoring in‑process quality and taking action when issues arise to help prevent product holds
  • Helping minimise equipment downtime while managing repair and spare‑part costs effectively
  • Supporting a safe, efficient and high‑quality manufacturing environment
Preferred Requirements
  • An electrical or mechanical engineering qualification, such as City & Guilds or HND, or a time‑served apprenticeship
  • Experience with in a high‑volume, highly automated manufacturing environment
  • Hands‑on maintenance and fault‑finding experience
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • A practical, proactive approach to solving technical problems
  • A passion for contributing to healthcare through high‑quality manufacturing
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
  • 24 days holiday (25 after 5 years)

BD is proud to be certified as a Top Employer 2026 in United Kingdom and in Europe, reflecting our commitment to creating an exceptional working environment.

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.

At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance‑based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs. You can learn more on our career site under "Our Commitment to You".

Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform…

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