Production Line Leader

Job Description Summary

As the Line Leader, your knowledge of SAP and company systems would be an advantage.

You would be leading a team of 5 people and managing your departments manufacturing requirements.
focused on Health and Safety, Quality systems, with ability to drive a team towards manufacturing high quality products to the quantities required.

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.





If you are living in the UK and looking for an exciting move to Plymouth, relocation assistance may be available.



The working shifts pattern available:



Day shift: 11am-11pm, on a 3 on 3 off rotation and accompanied by an impressive 32% shift premium on top of your basic salary!



Night shift: 11pm-11am, on a 3 on 3 off rotation and accompanied by an impressive 48% shift premium on top of your basic salary!



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)

About the role



Reporting to the Operational Team Leader of the shift, responsible for co-ordinating all activities associated with a specific line team, with the aim of meeting the budgeted manufacturing objectives.
This is a day shift position, 11am - 11pm , 3 days on and 3 days off.
With this role you will receive an impressive 32% Shift premium on top of a highly competitive salary



Main responsibilities will include:



In conjunction with the Operational Team Leader, responsible for the operational performance of the team to achieve the planned manufacturing volume targets.
This role is operational and the duties are carried out in addition to normal operator responsibilities.



Responsible for ensuring all products are manufactured as specified within the Quality system and to organise corrective action to maintain the manufactured product to the acceptable quality standards.



Responsible for ensuring manufacturing waste levels on the line are within budgeted levels.



Responsible for ensuring that all associates comply at all times to Health and Safety, Environmental and GMP standards.



Responsible for ensuring the all associates receive appropriate training where necessary and document all related training activities in order to maintain compliance with all company and regulatory requirements.



Responsible for the day-to-day activities and planning of the production needs to implement manufacturing schedules.
Maintain effective control of the line, making changes to the materials, manning and production when required in order to accommodate any changes in the schedule.



Motivate, encourage and involve all line members in promoting "Team" approach, supporting and upholding the Company's Core Values.



Ensure a smooth shift hand-over, encouraging effective communication between the incoming and outgoing line teams.
Must be prepared to come in (10) minutes before start of shift and stay for (10) minutes after the end of the shift to ensure hand-over occurs with out-going/in-coming line team.
The hand-over takes place between the out-going/in-coming line leaders, and is conducted at the shift start up board.
The shift start up board is the primary channel for communicating line performance.



Participate, as appropriate, in manufacturing team meetings, and team discussions with the other Line Leaders, Operational Team Leaders and Value Stream Shift Leaders.



To support and ensure all associates are engaged in the Company's Continuous Improvement initiatives and activities.



Liaise and work very closely with the appropriate Technical support to ensure that a secure bond is developed and maintained between TA's and Technicians and the operators, and that they are both an interactive and pro-active team.



To undertake any other reasonable task/request as the position and job requires to achieve the overall Plant objectives.



About you:



NVQ2 (ONC, CIM & City & Guilds) desirable.



Experience in a production operator role.



Thorough knowledge of related manufacturing processes.



Experience of SAP, FLEXNET, SFOL, QDMS and LDMS systems.



Experience of the "visual workplace", including PAB, 5S and SSU meetings.



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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