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Title:  Machinist

Requisition ID:  68272
Date:  Mar 25, 2025
Location: 

St Petersburg, Florida, US

Department:  Operations
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

Perform day to day standard processes and procedures in Toolshop department and Manufacturing team activities to achieve the established goals and KPIs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot manufacturing problems on dies.
  • Sharpen and rework carbide and Steel components.
  • Work with and advise Tool & Die Makers, Machinists and Mechanics on die issues.
  • Manage component inventories.
  • Manage tool Maintenance schedules.
  • Utilize CNC: CMM, EDM and Mill to maintain Dies.
  • Pull and set tooling as required for troubleshooting.
  • Clean machines and tool room equipment.
  • Hold dimensional tolerances called out on drawings.
  • Read blueprints.
  • Review and Revise prints.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Adhere to all company policies.
  • Must observe all good housekeeping practices.
  • Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules.
  • Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual, and predictable attendance.
  • Safety glasses, hairnet, face/beard cover, gloves, slip resistant steel toed safety shoes and hearing protection as required

Additional Responsibilities

Education

  • High School Diploma Technical certificate in Precision Machining/Mechanical Engineering required

Work Experience

  • 1 Year of Machining experience with Lathe & Mill, or trade school Equivalent

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
  • Support and contribute in Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target

License and Certifications

Travel Requirements

None: No travel required
10%: Up to 26 business days per year

Physical Requirements

Light-Exerting up to 20lbs/9kg of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force frequently constantly to move objects.

Additional Requirements

 

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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