Production Mechanic (m/f/d)

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc; Eschweiler; Vor Ort; EUR 46.000 - 56.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is seeking a Production Mechanic (m/f/d) for an onsite, one-year fixed-term role in Eschweiler, Germany. You will join an Operations team dedicated to building and maintaining press systems for injectable medicines.

The role requires completed technical vocational training and several years of pharmaceutical experience, with a focus on quality and hygienic practices. A willingness to work full shifts is essential.

Qualifikationen

• Completed technical vocational training, ideally as a tool mechanic, industrial mechanic, or automotive mechanic.
• Several years of professional experience in a pharmaceutical environment is an advantage.
• Very strong quality awareness and hygienic working practices.
• Ability to work independently and maintain strong organizational skills.
• Willingness to work shifts and weekends in a fully continuous shift system.

Aufgaben

• Perform mold installation and removal on various press systems.
• Replace wear parts on presses.
• Carry out minor repairs on press systems.
• Perform film changes on punching machines.
• Transport molds using manual pallet trucks.
• Know and comply with internal company regulations (e.g., safety, GMP, ISO).
• Document work results.

Kenntnisse

Quality awareness

Independent working

Organizational skills

Shift work

Ausbildung

Technical vocational training (tool/industrial/auto mechanic)

Jobbeschreibung

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Title: Production Mechanic (m/f/d)

Requisition ID: 75650

Date: Sep 3, 2026

Location:

Eschweiler, NW, DE

Department: Operations

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: full time, fixed term for 1 year

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performing mold installation and removal on various press systems
• Replacing wear parts on presses
• Carrying out minor repairs on press systems
• Performing film changes on punching machines
• Transporting molds using manual pallet trucks
• Knowing and complying with internal company regulations (e.g., safety, GMP, ISO, etc.)
• Documenting work results

Education

• Completed technical vocational training, ideally as a tool mechanic, industrial mechanic, or automotive mechanic

Work Experience

• Several years of professional experience in a pharmaceutical environment is an advantage

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Very strong quality awareness
• Careful and hygienic way of working
• Ability to work independently and strong organizational skills
• Willingness to work shifts and weekends in a fully continuous shift system

Pay Transparency:

The annual base salary for this position is €50,940.00. Total target compensation is determined using objective and gender-neutral criteria, including relevant experience, qualifications, skills, market benchmarks, geographic location, and the scope and responsibilities of the role.

This position may be eligible for variable compensation and other incentive programs in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans within the country of employment. In addition, team members are eligible to participate in the company’s benefits and total rewards programs applicable to their location and employment status.

West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening.