Job Description Summary

The additive role involves the solution preparation of all additives used in the Company’s leading diagnostic products. The additives are to be made, in a strict GMP environment, encompassing all aspects of good laboratory practice (GLP).

This role demands a very organised and safe working methodology. You will report to the Additive and Chemistry Coordinator and ultimately the Laboratories Leader.

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.

This is a day shift onsite role (11am - 11pm, 3 days on and 3 days off) offers a competitive salary plus a 32% shift premium.

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)

Main responsibilities will include:

• Review the manufacturing plan daily to plan and prepare liquid and powder additives in a timely manner.

• Generate production orders for additives within SAP and complete all associated transactions.

• Be conversant with the Quality system and able to retrieve the necessary documents, such as DMS, additive dispensing records etc. from the networked system.

• Maintain a high standard of tidiness and cleanliness within the area and adhere strictly to GMP.

• Understand the need to work aseptically and follows aseptic handling procedures to maintain the integrity of sterile additives and components.

• Clean and prepare of carboys, dispense equipment and other utensils in readiness for autoclaving. Understand and trained in the use of the autoclave and maintain the card index system to track autoclaved parts.

• Clean and sanitise SST reservoirs and other equipment used in the transfer of silica based additives, training production operators in performing this task.

• Competent in the use of all mixing and cleaning equipment within the additive preparation area.

• Liaise with chemistry and microbiology laboratories and manufacturing representatives to ensure that all manufacturing, microbiological and chemical requirements are in place before additive preparation begins.

• Understand and implement the Health and Safety requirements involved when handling toxic and corrosive chemicals (COSHH), using correct PPE and following Manual Handling Regulations.

• Carry out any reasonable request of the Additive and Chemistry Coordinator, Laboratories Leader or the Quality Control Manager.

About you:

• Completed GCSE or equivalent education is essential.

• Proven experience working in a production environment in a related industry is a distinct advantage.

• Demonstrated experience following aseptic handling procedures is a distinct advantage.

• Experience working and maintaining additive products and following correct GMP.

• Autoclave experience is a distinct advantage.

• Ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary teams with good people skills.

• Must be computer literate and possess a good ability to communicate at all levels.

• May be required to lift heavy items when working in the lab, however where necessary, lifting equipment will be provided.

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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Primary Work Location

GBR Plymouth - Belliver Industrial Estate

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Work Shift

GB-Con-PLY Yellow 11-23-Shift A type (United Kingdom)