Maintenance Technician (12 Hour Nights)

 

Shift Hours (7:00PM - 7:00AM) 

 

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:

Ideal candidates are quick thinking and confident to ensure consistent processing and foresight to know the next task required.  Position includes hands-on trouble shooting and/or repair of plant equipment and facilities including the installation, modification, repair of tools, implements, structures, vehicles, etc. from an electrical, electronic and mechanical nature. 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Accomplish assigned tasks in the safest, most effective and efficient manner possible.
• Troubleshoot and problem-solve equipment related maintenance issues to ensure that our production processes are running within the predetermined control parameters.
• Work from blueprints, schematic drawings, verbal instructions, handbooks and manuals as necessary to perform maintenance on equipment.
• Carryout preventative measures and look for alternative solutions to maintenance problems encountered.
• Perform all required preventative maintenance work on assigned equipment.
• Prepare and maintain all documentation, recording all repairs; including changes and modifications made to our plant equipment.
• 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.

 

Basic Qualifications:

• Accomplish assigned tasks in the safest, most effective and efficient manner possible.
• Troubleshoot and problem-solve equipment related maintenance issues to ensure that our production processes are running within the predetermined control parameters.
• Work from blueprints, schematic drawings, verbal instructions, handbooks and manuals as necessary to perform maintenance on equipment.
• Carryout preventative measures and look for alternative solutions to maintenance problems encountered.
• Perform all required preventative maintenance work on assigned equipment.
• Prepare and maintain all documentation, recording all repairs; including changes and modifications made to our plant equipment.
• 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.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Minimum of 1-year of maintenance and manufacturing experience
  • 3 years preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, schedules, diagrams, and procedure manuals.

 

Travel Requirements:

• Minimal to none, >5%

 

Physical & Mental Requirements:

• 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
• Must be able to lift weights of at least 50 pounds (unassisted)
• Must be able to wear and use a full-face respirator
• Stand and walk for 12 hours per shift
• Willing to work overtime as needed

 

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