Maintenance Manager

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc; Horsens; On-site; DKK 597,000 - 760,000; Full time

Job summary

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc in Horsens, Denmark, seeks a Maintenance Manager to lead a broad range of mechanical and electrical maintenance activities, ensuring safe operation and production goals are met. You will collaborate with Engineering, QA and Facilities to resolve problems, drive improvements, and mentor staff.

The role requires 5+ years in automation maintenance, 3+ years of leadership, and experience with GMP, Lean, and Six Sigma. Fluency in English and Danish is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Discipline required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in automation maintenance or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of leadership experience.
• Experience with GMP, LEAN, and Six Sigma in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Direct workers in electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment
• Assist workers in diagnosing malfunctions in machinery and equipment
• Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, work crew or production
• Maintains time and production records
• Confers with other supervisors to coordinate activities of individual departments
• Observe work being performed by maintenance, engineers and contractors to ensure quality, timelines and maintenance goals are met
• Manage and provide technical support to all shifts of equipment and building maintenance personnel

Skills

Electrical

Mechanical

Leadership

GMP/Lean/Six Sigma

SAP

Communication

Bilingual English/Danish

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Discipline

Tools

SAP

Job description

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Title: Maintenance Manager

Requisition ID: 75392

Date: Aug 19, 2026

Location: Horsens, DK, DK

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.

Job Summary

Within this role you will lead a wide variety of mechanical, as well as pneumatic maintenance activities and some basic electrical activities on various pieces of equipment to maintain safe operations of equipment while maintaining production goals and quality standards. You will support and help other groups like Engineering, QA and Facilities in resolving problems, improvements, investigations etc. The manager will act as the "go to" person for the department, ensuring tasks are delegated and completed, passed on to the incoming shift, if needed. Communicating with managers, area managers/supervisors, and following up with emails to ensure a smooth operation during shift.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct workers in electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment
• Assist workers in diagnosing malfunctions in machinery and equipment
• Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, work crew or production
• Maintains time and production records
• Confers with other supervisors to coordinate activities of individual departments
• Observe work being performed by maintenance, engineers and contractors to ensure quality, timelines and maintenance goals are met
• Manage and provide technical support to all shifts of equipment and building maintenance personnel

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Discipline

Work Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in automation background. Related experience in diagnosing and maintaining machinery for rubber sheet production, stamping of aluminium, lining and washing seals is a plus
• Minimum 3 years of leadership experience
• Experience with GMP, LEAN, and Six Sigma in a production environment

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Fluency in English and Danish both written and spoken
• Familiarity with SAP is a plus
• Engaged, motivating, and professional leadership style
• Strong technical understanding and can challenge your employees on technical solutions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work in a fast paced and changing environment
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills

Pay Transparency:

The annual base salary range for this position iskr596,992.00 - kr759,808.00. 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.