Title: Facilities Technician

Requisition ID: 74421

Date: Jun 4, 2026

Location:

Williamsport, PA, US, 17701

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

Main requirements of this role are to support the maintenance and repair of facilities equipment and calibrations in the operation of the plant. In addition, the maintenance technician is responsible for supporting external contractors for the maintenance and repair of the operations at the plant. The role is also responsible for supporting the running and maintaining the preventative maintenance system to pre-determined guidelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Be able to comprehend electrical wiring diagrams, pneumatic drawings, mechanical drawings, and other facilities technical information.
Ability to work with industrial electrical systems, including 480V and 880V applications.
Perform necessary preventative maintenance on plant facility equipment.
Be involved with installation and training on new building equipment.
Identify and correct any facility related failure.
Perform necessary preventative maintenance on plant facility equipment.
Be involved with installation and training on new building equipment.
Monitors conditions, capacities, efficiencies of all building support systems.
Coordinates building maintenance activities.
Coordinate activities with outside resources. Order parts write purchase orders as required.
Keep all maintenance documents, check sheets and PM’s. etc. updated as required.
Participate in training to become more proficient in facility related programs and systems.
Share call-in duties for evening and weekend emergencies.
Actively participate and comply with all West HSE programs and regulations.
Maintain a neat and orderly work environment in accordance with West 5S program.
Support grounds maintenance including snow removal.
Other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or GED Required.

- Two (2) year Associate Degree or Certificate from a technical school or college in Electrical Technology or Mechatronics Preferred

Work Experience

Minimum 3 years of facilities maintenance experience in an industrial setting.
- Combination of education and experience may be substituted.
- 2+ years of experience as an Electrical Apprentice, with experience working with high-voltage electricity preferred.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to read and interpret basic technical information (electrical drawings, manuals, technical procedures). Ability to clearly write a report, in work order form, the requirements and results of work performed.
Ability to perform basic math calculations including fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Able to be aware of all relevant standard operating procedures as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
Support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target.
Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times.
Able to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times.

Travel Requirements

None: No travel required

Physical Requirements

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

Shift

This shift is Monday - Friday 7:30 PM - 3:30 PM. Overtime / on call as needed.

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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