At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure quality compliance and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
- Company: Join BD, a leading global medical technology company dedicated to advancing health.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and a supportive work culture.
- Other info: Part-time role with excellent career growth opportunities in a collaborative team.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on healthcare by ensuring the highest quality products.
- Qualifications: Degree in Science or Engineering and experience in regulated environments preferred.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 41000 £ per year.
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 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.
We have an exciting new opportunity to recruit an experienced quality engineer to join our quality engineers within the plant of 800 + employees. As a Quality Engineer you will oversee all operational aspects of the quality system, enhance operational efficiency on the manufacturing floor, manage non-conforming materials, and drive continuous improvement through effective change management. This is a part‑time position.
In our Quality team, we collaborate on a large scale, focusing on making sure everything is correct, effective and efficient to bring the highest‑quality and most competitive products and services to our customers and their patients.
Responsibilities- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards, including ISO13485 and CFR Part 820.
- Monitor and maintain the quality system, ensuring continuous improvement.
- Conduct product complaint investigations and manage corrective actions, from implementation to closure.
- Develop, implement, and monitor procedures and policies to ensure adherence to standards.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams such as Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain to achieve organisational performance goals.
- Utilise lean manufacturing techniques to reduce waste and improve operational efficiency.
- Identify and propose improvements to existing procedures to enhance efficiency.
- Participate in cross‑functional teams to drive project success.
- Ideally a Degree in Science or Engineering discipline.
- Proven experience in a regulated environment, ideally within the pharmaceutical, aerospace, or medical device manufacturing industries.
- Demonstrated knowledge of ISO13485, CFR Part 820, or equivalent regulations and standards.
- Strong understanding of Quality Assurance principles and methodologies in a regulated setting.
- Proficiency with MS Excel, Minitab, or similar statistical analysis tools.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Salary range for the role: £14,000 - £27,000 + benefits.
BD is proud to be certified as a Top Employer 2026 in the United Kingdom, reflecting our commitment to creating an exceptional working environment. At BD, we prioritise 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 recognising the importance of flexibility and work‑life balance.
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 healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
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