At West were 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 lifesaving and lifeenhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily Wests indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future
Theres 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
In this role you will perform mold maintenance basic repair activity and continuous improvements in the maintenance and repair of custom injection molds jigs fixtures and related ancillary equipment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Cleans and services tool and components inspects tools for damage or wear.
- Identifies proper cleaning techniques of all tool components and plates.
- Identifies mold location and safe usage of mold rack and carts.
- Safely operates equipment and machinery in tooling repair area; must have an understanding of safety of self and others in eye ear and skin protection.
- Maintain open and effective communication with the technicians supervisors and process engineers on Material related issues.
- Contribute to continuous process improvement efforts to reduce s cycle times improve efficiency and eliminate waste within the production environment.
- Provides a Customer Service attitude when interacting with internal and external customers while accomplishing work production and achieving quality standards.
- Maintains a clean orderly and safe workstation and environment at all times.
- Other duties as assigned.
Additional Responsibilities
Education
- High School Diplomaor GED required
Work Experience
- 13 years of related experience.
- Minimum six months prior experience in a tooling or maintenance environment.
- Experiencein operating drill press band saws hand tools and grinding/abrasive tools with a mechanical / electrical background
Preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Ability to read mechanical diagrams and schematics knowledge ofgeometric dimensioning and tolerance practices with some understanding of statistical quality concepts.
- Working knowledge of plastic injection molding industry.
- Some basic computer skills required i.e. using Microsoft applications List any required certifications.
- 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
License and Certifications
Travel Requirements
5: Up to 13 business days per year
Physical Requirements
HeavyExerting up to 100lbs/45kg of force occasionally and/or up to 50lb/22kg of force frequently and/or up to 20lbs/9kg of force constantly to move objects.
Additional Requirements
- Must be able to work assigned shift(s) with overtime as required to complete assignments if necessary.
- Sitting and/or standing for extended periods may occur as well as getting to and from various locations within facility.
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 postoffer background screening and/or drug screening.
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