Maintenance Technician

At West, we’re a dedicated team connected by a purpose to improve patient lives—a mission that has been at the center of our company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War II. Today, we deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily. We believe in giving back to our communities, fostering an inclusive environment, and committing to sustainability for a healthier planet.

About the Role

Performs all maintenance-related duties on process and ancillary equipment within the Compounding department and assists in the Molding and HVP process areas as needed.

Responsibilities

• Complete preventative maintenance, line clears, and die changes on all trim presses.
• Perform simple machinist duties as needed.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs to equipment based on priorities.
• Perform advanced mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic repairs and installations.
• Repair process and support equipment.
• Provide guidance to team members on PLC and computer skills.
• Maintain housekeeping duties as necessary.
• Assist with designing and installing systems.
• Write and revise maintenance procedures; produce drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Read and interpret manuals and work orders to diagnose problems, repair, or replace parts.
• Learn new equipment and processes as required.
• Comply with safety procedures and maintain a clean work environment.
• Maintain and promote a safe and clean work environment in the maintenance department.
• Instruct, train, guide, and assist other maintenance personnel as needed.
• Conform with all regulations, policies, work procedures, and safety rules.
• Exhibit regular, reliable, punctual, and predictable attendance.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Machine shop experience preferred.
• Understanding of cGMPs (current Good Manufacturing Practices).
• Ability to comply with company safety and quality policies.
• Welding experience preferred.

Skills

• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Ability to read and interpret manuals, work orders, and technical documents.
• PLC and computer skills.
• Ability to learn, understand, and remember tasks.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Ability to work under deadlines with constant interruptions.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and make independent judgments.
• Support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities.

Physical Requirements

• Medium-exertion role requiring up to 50lb/22kg of force occasionally, up to 20lbs/9kg frequently, and up to 10lbs/4kgs constantly to move objects.
• Ability to see and read letters, numbers, characters, or symbols and identify colors.
• Ability to work well with others in a variety of situations.

Schedule

This is a day shift position.