Title: Preventative Maintenance Technician

Requisition ID: 69777

Date: May 29, 2025

Location:

US

Department: Operations

Description:

This position is Monday - Friday 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM

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, building and grounds 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.

Additional Responsibilities

Maintain and promote a safe and clean work environment throughout the maintenance department
Instruct, train, guide and assist other maintenance personnel as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs.
Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules.
Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance.

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred

Work Experience

Basic understanding of hand tools, Mechanical, electrical, Pneumatic and Hyd. functions

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, schedules, diagrams, and procedure manuals
Ability to work weekends and overtime as required
Experience in medical device industry or other regulated industry
Able to apply basic concepts of algebra, geometry and trigonometry.

License and Certifications

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

Must be able to wear and use a full-face respirator
Stand and walk for 8 hours per shift
Willing to work overtime as needed
Frequent bilateral grip/grasp and manual dexterity work required
Frequent bending and twisting, squatting, pushing and pulling and working at elevated heights and in confined spaces as required by the job
Must be able to tolerate industrial odors, heat and high temperatures, and smells on a frequent basis

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 and/or a pre-employment drug screening.

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