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.
No relocation is provided for this opportunity.
This is an onsite position.
Contract Details: fulltime, permanent
To be filled: asap
As part of this role, the position holder contributes to the smooth and uninterrupted technical operation of the equipment at the Eschweiler plant through repairs and maintenance activities. They ensure that the functions of the machines and equipment within the assigned area of responsibility comply with the applicable technical requirements.
- Carrying out the necessary activities for the operation and maintenance of the systems at the site, with a focus on HVAC, plant steam, clean steam, natural gas, laboratory gases, compressed air, potable water, process cooling water, chilled water, water for injection (WFI), softened water, vacuum systems, etc.
- Performing repairs and maintenance inspections within the assigned area of responsibility
- Carrying out preventive maintenance within the assigned area of responsibility
- Analyzing faults and malfunctions in complex systems with pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic components
- Optimizing, modifying, and expanding machines and systems within the assigned area of responsibility
- Contributing to and supporting projects within the assigned area of responsibility
- Calibrating measuring instruments and sensors
- On-call duty and willingness to work in a shift system
- Completed vocational training as an Electronics Technician for Industrial Engineering or Automation Technology, or a comparable qualification in electrical engineering
- Knowledge of CMMS and MS Office
- Any other certifications are a plus
- Support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target
- Able to always comply with the company’s safety policy
- Able to always comply with the company’s quality policy
- Knowledge of PLC Programming and electrical work
- Ability to read electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic/pneumatic drawings is essential
- Ability to interact with suppliers, customers, and external contractors
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.
