Molding Technician

West Pharmaceutical Services • Cidra, PR

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Molding Technician performs day-to-day standard processes and procedures in the Toolshop department and Manufacturing team activities to achieve established goals and KPIs. This onsite role works overnight 12-hour shifts from 5:00 PM to 5:00 AM on a 2-2-3 rotation. The team member must be onsite for all scheduled workdays; the posting specifies onsite work five days per week. No relocation assistance or sponsorship is provided.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• No minimum work experience required.
• Be aware of relevant SOPs as they relate to the position.
• Physical ability to exert up to 50 lb/22 kg occasionally, up to 20 lb/9 kg frequently, and/or up to 10 lb/4 kg constantly to move objects.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or technical certificate in Precision Machining, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical.
• At least 2 years in a cGMP environment with molding experience.
• Basic to intermediate English proficiency, including reading, writing, and speaking.

Responsibilities

• Service and install trim dies and mold presses to achieve optimal process conditions and meet product quality requirements.
• Perform preventive maintenance of trim dies and compression molds to keep tooling in good condition.
• Troubleshoot defective products and other technical issues as a first line of support, minimizing production disruption and escalating issues as required.
• Dismantle dies and molds that are due for servicing, including sharpening and cleaning.
• Assist in overhauling end-of-life dies with new rebuild kits.
• Check and test required safety features before starting operations or handing over processes.
• Complete documents and records according to procedures during shift handover and maintain proper housekeeping in toolshop work areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned by a superior.
• Support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities toward established targets.

Benefits

• Flexible vacation, personal, and holiday leave (PTO).
• Performance-based bonuses, service recognition, and employee appreciation initiatives.
• Training programs, tuition assistance, leadership development, and skill-certification initiatives.
• Opportunities for international exposure and cross-functional collaboration.
• Community volunteer opportunities through West without Borders and other charitable programs.

What This Job Offers

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