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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\nThe responsibility of this hourly team member willbe to maintain calibration of control devices and gauges throughout the West Kinston facility. It is also in the responsibility of this position to ensure the site’s daily performance metrics are met and maintained.\nThe use of good housekeeping practices will be required to maintain a clean, orderly, and safe operational area to produce the expected quality of product established by West.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\nEnsure accurate and timely calibration of gauges and control devices plantwide.\nEnter work orders for gauges/control devices needing repair.\nRecommend appropriate calibration equipment.\nWrite/revise calibration procedures as needed, maintain required paperwork.\nConforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules.\nExhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance.\nSupport production through troubleshooting of Instrumentation Controls.\nCorrespond and work with outside vendor and contractors for calibration activities.\nPerform other tasks as assigned by Manager based on business needs.\nAdditional Responsibilities\nMust be able to stand and walk continuously for entire eight-hour shift. \nMust be able to bend, twist and lift up to 35 lbs. on a routine basis.\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts\nNoise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Hearing protection is required at all times\nMust follow and comply with Plant’s Dress and Hygiene Code (SOI)\nMust have valid Driver’s License\nEducation\nHigh School Diploma or GED Required.\nWork Experience\nMinimum 3 years’ experience in Calibration and Instrumentation Controls or background in Industrial Maintenance. \nGood computer skills and good organizational skills required.\nMust be able to work effectively with others in a fast-paced team environment.\nMust be able to work with minimal supervision.\nPreferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities\nStrong communication skills both verbal and written to a wide variety of team members, departments, and outside auditors. \nAble to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description.\nSupport and contribute in Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target. \nAble to comply with the company’s safety policies at all times.\nAble to comply with the company’s quality policies at all times. \nFrequent bilateral grip/grasp and manual dexterity work required.\nMinimum one year manufacturing experience preferred.\nFrequent bending and twisting, squatting, pushing and pulling and working at elevated heights and in confined spaces as required by the job.\nMust be able to tolerate industrial odors, heat and high temperatures, and smells on a frequent basis\nAdditional Requirements\nMust be able to comply to gowning standards when working in the clean room. \nGood computer skills to include Microsoft products, and proprietary software programs.\nStand and walk for 12 hours per shift\nWilling to work overtime as needed\nFrequent bilateral grip/grasp and manual dexterity work required\nFrequent bending and twisting, squatting, pushing and pulling and working at elevated heights and in confined spaces as required by the job\nMust be able to tolerate industrial odors, heat and high temperatures, and smells on a frequent basis\nMinimum less than 5% travel, training as needed\nShift\nThis position is a day shift 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM Monday - Friday, some overtime is required.\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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