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Title:  Maintenance Technician - Preventative Maintenance

Requisition ID:  75082
Date:  Aug 21, 2026
Location: 

Kearney, NE, US, 68845

Department:  Maintenance
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

Performs necessary duties to support equipment, and building maintenance with primary focus on preventative maintenance.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Perform necessary preventative maintenance on plant equipment.
  • Complete PMs daily.
  • Assist with equipment moves as required.
  • Asist with down equipment if needed.
  • Support vendors as needed.
  • Support facility LEAN initiatives as to how it relates to the maintenance department.
  • Perform all duties under the direction of the Plant Maintenance Supervisor or designate.
  • Participate in training to become more proficient in facility and equipment related programs.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Education

  • High School Diploma or GED required.

Work Experience

  • 1 year experience in industrial or mechanical work environment

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Basic understanding of hand tools, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic functions

Travel Requirements

None: No travel required

Physical Requirements

Heavy-Exerting up to 100lbs/45kg of force occasionally and/or up to 50lb/22kg of force frequently, and/or up to 20lbs/9kg of force constantly to move objects.

Additional Requirements

Shift

This shift is Monday - Friday 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM

 

 

 

West embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We foster an environment where all individuals are safe, treated fairly, valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Where permitted by law, employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of post-offer background screening.  

 

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