Automation Technician

West Pharmaceutical Services•Piatt Township, PA

20d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Required.
One (1) year certificate from a technical school or college in a trade relating to automation, electrical, pneumatic or mechanical
Minimum of 3 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.

Nice To Haves

Trade or Vocational School preferred.
Support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target
Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times
Able to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times.
While 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.
Job requires mental skill or ability such as communication, decision making (sometimes quick), interpreting data, reading or writing, organization, problem solving, understand direction, etc.

Responsibilities

Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of all automation equipment during production as well as performing scheduled preventative maintenance of the same.
Assist with installation, set up and validation of incoming automation equipment.
Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test, and adjust.
Interface with PLC of all equipment utilizing PLC controls for troubleshooting and optimization of process.
Work with Control Engineers on special projects, process improvements and updates
Assist maintenance technicians on repairs outside of automation scope as needed.
Responsible for maintaining spare parts inventory with a proper cataloging of parts.
Provide a timely notification to shift lead of maintenance issues and downtime.
Reviews line history and documentation to enhance line efficiencies. Follows escalation plan to minimize downtime.
Actively participate and comply with all West HSE programs and regulations.
Maintain a neat and orderly work environment in accordance with West 5S program.
Assist with the training and development of personnel at all levels of West on new processes or systems introduced to the company.
Other duties as assigned.