Automation Technician - Fixed Term Contract

West Pharmaceutical Services • Phoenix, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an onsite position requiring the team member to be onsite for all scheduled workdays. No relocation assistance is provided for this opportunity. Shift Hours: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday every other Saturday 5:45 PM - 6:00 AM This position is a fixed-term contract projected to last 9 months. The position offers benefits, training, and full time hours. A $1,000 bonus will be offered at 12 & 24 weeks for those that complete these milestone dates. 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.
• 1 year of experience or education in automation.
• Highly proficient in MS Office applications
• Excellent organizational skills with close attention to detail and accuracy
• Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
• Working knowledge of latest quality tools and systems
• Support and contribute in 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with relevant ISO standards and GMP’s
• Manufacturing\Lean Six Sigma Certification-IASSC Six Sigma certification Upon Hire preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides maintenance of automated systems, conveyance systems, robots, robot end of arm grippers, thermolators, adhesive dispense tips/nozzles, UV-Light Cure Systems, and ancillary equipment supporting plastic injection molding machines.
• Completes troubleshooting and repair of previously mentioned equipment using basic hand tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Completes all documentation of maintenance per the company’s chosen computer software system as well as paper based documentation.
• Performs daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual maintenance for all assigned equipment.
• Maintains accurate documentation of all work performed.
• Reference machine operation and maintenance manuals to perform scheduled and unscheduled periodic maintenance and/or cleaning of equipment and machines.
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.
• Identify and resolve potential safety hazards.
• Perform simple troubleshooting for blown fuses, circuit breakers, pressure leaks, etc.
• Contribute to continuous process improvement efforts to reduce scrap, cycle times, improve efficiency, and eliminate waste within the production environment.
• Advises management on significant maintenance trends affecting the facility and proposals for improvement.
• All interactions, workflow, productivity levels, and quality standards are implemented with a “Customer Service” approach to both internal and external customers.
• Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs.
• Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules.
• Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance.

Benefits

• benefits
• training
• $1,000 bonus will be offered at 12 & 24 weeks for those that complete these milestone dates
• opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development
• benefit programs
• empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families
• giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work
• creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED