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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?\nThere’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.\nWe 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.\nJob Summary\nIn this role, you will be responsible for maintaining operation efficiency of automated assembly lines by performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repairing automation equipment. Provide support to shift operations as request by the shift leader/production manager. You must also develop long-term predictive/preventative maintenance plans for all assembly equipment.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\nProvide emergency/unscheduled repairs of all automation equipment during production as well as performing scheduled preventative maintenance of the same.\nAssist with installation, set up and validation of incoming automation equipment.\nDiagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test, and adjust.\nInterface with PLC of all equipment utilizing PLC controls for troubleshooting and optimization of process.\nWork with Control Engineers on special projects, process improvements and updates\nAssist maintenance technicians on repairs outside of automation scope as needed.\nResponsible for maintaining spare parts inventory with a proper cataloging of parts.\nProvide a timely notification to shift lead of maintenance issues and downtime.\nReviews line history and documentation to enhance line efficiencies. Follows escalation plan to minimize downtime.\nActively participate and comply with all West HSE programs and regulations.\nMaintain a neat and orderly work environment in accordance with West 5S program.\nAssist with the training and development of personnel at all levels of West on new processes or systems introduced to the company.\nOther duties as assigned.\nEducation\nHigh School Diploma or GED Required; \nTrade or Vocational School preferred.\nOne (1) year certificate from a technical school or college in a trade relating to automation, electrical, pneumatic or mechanical; or a minimum of 3-5 years’ experience OJT (related to plant automation); or a combination of education and experience in a trade relating to this position. PLC troubleshooting experience required.\nWork Experience\nMinimum of 2 years’ experience OJT (related to plant automation); or a combination of education and experience in a trade relating to this position. PLC troubleshooting experience required.\nPreferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities\nAble 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\nSupport and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target\nAble to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times\nAble to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times.\nTravel Requirements\n10%: Up to 26 business days per year\nPhysical Requirements\nMedium-Exerting up to 50lb/22kg of force occasionally and/or up to 20lbs/9kg of force frequently, and/or up to 10lbs/4kgs of force constantly to move objects.\nAdditional Requirements\nFrequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. \nSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.\nThe employee will be required to work one of the following shifts schedules\n8 hour shifts schedule with overtime when needed (including weekends) or call-in work\n12 hour shift schedule which includes every other weekend and overtime when needed or call-in work.\nThe noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Hearing protection required on the manufacturing floor. \nExposure to heat and cold.\nWhile performing the duties of the job, the employee will be required to work in a fast-paced environment and be a self-starter able to work successfully and efficiently with minimal direction or supervision.\nJob requires mental skill or ability such as communication, decision making (sometimes quick), interpreting data, reading or writing, organization, problem solving, understand direction, etc.\nWhat We Offer\nCommunity Involvement: West encourages volunteerism through its West without Borders initiative and other charitable programs that make a difference in local communities.\nContinuous Learning & Development: Opportunities for professional growth through training programs, tuition assistance, leadership development, and skill-certification initiatives.\nNo relocation is provided for this opportunity\nSponsorship is not provided for this opportunity\nThis is an onsite position requiring the team member to be onsite 5 days per week\nShift\nThis position is 12 hour nights 2-2-3-2 5:45 AM - 6:00 PM.\nWest 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 . 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