Steriliser Process Engineer

Job Description Summary

Reporting to the Warehouse & Sterilisation leader and working as part of the sterilisation engineering team, the Process Engineer will be responsible for all engineering activities for the group and will report to the Warehouse & Sterilisation leader on the status of all engineering activities.

As part of the sterilisation engineering team, will review plans, designs and improvements for new projects and processes to improve productivity, efficiency and plant facilities. Involvement in all new equipment design activities, acceptance, will recommend and carry out modifications to equipment. Provides technical facility support in the installation, modification, repair and preventative maintenance of the steriliser and autoclaves.

The working hours for this role are 8.30 am - 4.30 pm Monday to Friday.

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:

• Ensures that all steriliser and autoclave equipment and services are operated and maintained safely in compliance with appropriate technical guidelines.
• Keeps abreast of all Health and Safety legislation and performs work accordingly to ensure compliance. Reports safety hazards to Warehouse & Sterilisation leader. Serves as a Radiological Protection Supervisor (RPS) for the two irradiators.
• Minimises' downtime caused through failure plant and equipment. Responds to call-outs and takes emergency action to ensure minimal interruption.
• Keeps Leader informed of all activities, responsible for equipment/plant performance and reporting the status maintains records and suggesting improvements to processes and equipment.
• Prepares accurate project schedules and cost estimates for all projects associated with manufacturing improvements.
• Ensures that any statutory legislation and/or quality system requirements are adhered to with regard to process changes and process initiation.
• Coordinates activities derived from equipment/plant measures to address performance issues.
• Actively pursues cost reduction opportunities to meet annual plant budget requirements.

About you:

• Degree or HNC in an engineering discipline with a proven track record, management studies qualification are advantageous.
• Engineering experience in a high volume environment ideally within a medical device manufacturing facility is crucial together with required control engineering experience.
• 'Hands-on' experience in fault rectification, design of modifications, process innovation and project management.
• Experience in the promotion and application of all relevant planned maintenance, Quality Control, Health, Safety and Environmental regulations and requirements.
• Proven ability to accept and promote change.
• Demonstrated ability to lead personnel and control budgets.

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Primary Work Location

GBR Plymouth - Belliver Industrial Estate

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GB-PLY Office Staff 0830-1630 (United Kingdom)