Automation Technician

West Pharmaceutical Services; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

West Pharmaceutical Services in Tempe, AZ, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure the efficient operation of automated assembly lines. Responsibilities include troubleshooting equipment, maintaining spare parts inventory, and promoting a safe work environment. Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED and 3 years of experience in troubleshooting manufacturing machinery. This role requires working Sunday to Tuesday and every other Saturday from 5:45 PM to 6:00 AM, and offers a diverse and equal opportunity employment environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience with troubleshooting manufacturing machinery.
• Able to comply with the company’s safety and quality policies at all times.
• Ability to instruct and guide other maintenance personnel.

Responsibilities

• Logically troubleshoots and repairs the pilot assembly line.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and equipment log books.
• Assist shift lead in maintaining product quality.

Skills

Troubleshooting manufacturing machinery

Process improvement

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Requisition ID: 74060

Date: May 8, 2026

Location: Tempe, AZ, US, 85288

Job Summary

Responsible for maintaining operation efficiency of automated assembly lines. Provide support to shift operations as requested by the shift leader/production manager. Develop long‑term predictive/preventative maintenance plans for all assembly equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Logically troubleshoots and repairs the pilot assembly line and related bench‑top equipment.
• Assists shift lead in maintaining quality of finished product through proper machine operation.
• Responsible for maintaining spare parts inventory with a proper cataloging of parts.
• Provide 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.
• Maintains and updates all equipment log books with accurate repair/adjustment information.
• Interfaces daily with shift leader and technician at shift change.
• Contributes to continuous process improvement efforts to reduce scrap, cycle times, improve efficiency, and eliminate waste.
• Provides a “Customer Service” attitude when interacting with internal and external customers while accomplishing work, production, and achieving quality standards.
• Maintains a clean, orderly and safe workstation and environment at all times.
• Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and safety rules.
• Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs.

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain and promote a safe and clean work environment throughout the maintenance department.
• Instruct, train, guide and assist other maintenance personnel as needed.
• 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.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED Required

Work Experience

• 3 years experience with troubleshooting manufacturing machinery.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description.
• 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.

Travel Requirements

None: No travel required.

Physical Requirements

Light‑Exerting up to 20lbs/9kg of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force frequently constantly to move objects.

Additional Requirements

• Medical Device manufacturing requires strict adherence to standards. Working environment is a manufacturing facility, which houses plastic injection molding machines.
• Must tolerate fumes and particulate generated from various plastics. Work areas are equipped with adequate lighting, cooling/heating and equipment that are in a good working condition.
• Must work constructively in an environment that may be stressful due to competing resources while at all times maintaining company confidentiality.
• Must be able to work scheduled work week, plus overtime and/or irregular hours as required to complete assignments. May stand or sit for extended periods of time.
• Must transport oneself to and from other areas of the facility and travel to other divisions when necessary.
• Must have good visual acuity. If specifically necessitated by customer requirements, must be able to see with or without corrective lenses and distinguish color differences for product and safety issues.

Shift

This shift is Sunday, Monday and Tuesday and every other Saturday. 5:45 PM – 6:00 AM.

Equal Opportunity Employment

West embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We foster an environment where all individuals are safe, treated fairly, valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Where permitted by law, employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of post‑offer background screening.