Title: Tech Lead CNC Mould Mills

Requisition ID: 72683

Date: Feb 27, 2026

Location:

Cornwall, CON, GB

Department: Engineering

Description:

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives 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 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Job Summary

In this role, you will be liaising with the Area Manager to ensure that Production and Quality Targets are met in accordance with the Production Plan and Product Specifications. You will be responsible for ensuring all relevent Technical queries within the department are resolved and actioned accordingly.

The post holder would also be responsible for ensuring the set-up and operation of CNC milling machines and Surface Grinders in the manufacture and repair of elastomer & plastic moulds, press-tools and other tooling components. In addition, developing and maintaining control of Technical Procedures relating to the relevant Milling Operations.

Lead and champion Lean Sigma programs and activities, whilst supporting the Management Team to meet delivery and cost objectives. You would also be responsible for Training members of the Team and Mentoring, whilst sharing best practices with less experienced colleagues.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Set & Operate CNC milling machines (3, 4 & 5 axis)
Set & Operate CNC/NC surface grinders
Liaise with cutting tool suppliers to drive continous improvement through optimal cutting tools and strategies as well as developing custom carbide form cutting tools.
Liaise with the CAD/CAM team to develop and control CNC Programs and be to manipulate CNC Programs for machine optimization
Comply with all corporate and local site Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality policies, procedures and regulations
Compile accurate SOI’s in order to provide clear process instruction to ensure proper use of equipment and assets and optimum product quality
Responsible for developing appropriate and relevant control plans, maintenance and safety schedules
Read, understand & be able to challenge Engineering drawings in consultation with the CAD/CAM Department
Act in accordance with the Company’s Code of Conduct and Guiding Principles
Report and resolve any near miss accidents, incidents or HSE irregularities and prevent future occurrences
Carry out HSE and Workplace Inspections
Ensure that the Milling Area is kept clean, tidy and organized in order to provide a good working environment
Ensure your PPE is used and maintained correctly
Demonstrate and use a proactive mindset in order to actively develop processes to increase automation and utilization of equipment
Ensure maximum machine efficiency through effective prioritization and use of machine automation
Responsible for leading and championing Lean Sigma programs and activities
Responsible for driving the Department to support the business in meeting all quality, delivery and cost objectives
Actively resolve reported issues, problems or irregularities within your area of control and escalate matters where required via the LDMS escalation process
Support the Area Manager with work scheduling
Deputise for the MTD Milling Technical Lead as appropriate
Deputise for the Area Manager as appropriate

Education

Basic Qualifications:

- Required: Formal engineering apprenticeship to NVQ3 level/City and Guilds or equivalent relevant work experience
- Desirable: Higher National Certificate in Engineering Discipline

Work Experience

Required

- Extensive experience in setting, programming & operation of CNC equipment
- Extensive experience of use of measuring equipment
- Extensive experience of interpreting Engineering drawings
- Extensive experience of modern cutting tools and techniques, cutting tool design and machining strategies.
- Experience in conventional toolroom machinery (mills, lathes, surface grinders)
- Experienced and conversant PC user

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Desirable:
- Experience in Fanuc machine tool controls
- Experience in multi-axis machine tools
- Experience using solid carbide form cutting tools.
- Experience in elastomer mould, plastic mould and press-tool manufacture
- Knowledge of other toolroom machinery (cylindrical grinders, EDM, WEDM)
- Experience in automation processes & database managed machine tools
- Experience of “Lean Manufacturing” techniques
- Experienced in Offline programming & part verification

Physical Requirements

Medium-Exerting up to 50lb/22kg of force occasionally and/or up to 20lbs/9kg of force frequently, and/or up to 10lbs/4kgs of force constantly to move objects.

West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to Apply.Accommodation@westpharma.com. Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening.