Utility Worker

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Bonuses

Tuition assistance

Global career opportunities

Job summary

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc is seeking an onsite Maintenance Technician to support installation, maintenance, and repair of vehicles, machinery, and electrical equipment. The role involves performing minor electrical work, calibrations, and TPM/PM program support.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with 2+ years of related maintenance experience; pharma manufacturing experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certifications in Plumbing, Electrical, or related fields preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of related maintenance experience required.
• 1 year in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, maintenance, and repair of vehicles, machinery, and equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and calibration checks.
• Replace or repair electrical fixtures and components as needed.
• Coordinate with contractors to ensure safe and compliant work.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and documentation of PMs.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Plumbing/Electrical certifications

Job description

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: Day shift (5 AM - 5 PM), 12-hour rotation

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

Help installation, maintenance, and repair workers in maintenance, parts replacement, and repair of vehicles, industrial machinery, and electrical and electronic equipment. Perform duties such as furnishing tools, materials, and supplies to other workers; cleaning work area, machines, and tools; and holding materials or tools for other workers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains equipment and tools to ensure that they are available when needed and in good working condition; includes housekeeping, parts storage, equipment maintenance, ensuring calibration of equipment against specified standards, and tools in use.
• Works with maintenance personnel, including contractors working on specific projects, to ensure that they are performing their work efficiently in a safe and compliant manner.
• Performs minor electrical maintenance/repair to include, but not be limited to, replacement or repair of fixtures (e.g. wall switches and outlets, incandescent and fluorescent bulbs and tubes, ballast, sockets, fuses, minor appliances, cords, etc.) using appropriate hand, power, and specialty tools and determines when an electrician is required.
• Assists with departmental and employee moves. Disconnects computer equipment, hangs pictures, shelving, and televisions as needed.
• Carryout preventative measures and look for alternative solutions to maintenance problems encountered.
• Ability to learn basic hydraulic and pneumatic maintenance.
• Work with operators to improve TPM/PM program.
• Follow directions and communicate effectively with all levels of plant personnel.
• Reports and documents weekly and monthly PMs.
• Performs minor and major repair of all buildings and equipment on a routine basis.
• Ensures all equipment and facilities are cGMP compliant and are running efficiently and safely.
• Dismantles moves, assembles, and installs furniture, as needed. Transports goods or equipment, as assigned.

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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.
• Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules.
• Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Certifications in Plumbing, Electrical, or other related fields preferred.

Work Experience

• A minimum 2 years of related work experience required.
• A minimum 1 year in a pharmaceutical manufacturing work environment preferred.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to speak, read, and write English is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, schedules, diagrams, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to work weekends, overtime, and during holidays as required.
• Experience in medical device industry or other regulated industry.
• Able to apply basic concepts of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.

Travel Requirements

None: No travel required
## Physical Requirements

## Physical Requirements

Medium-Exerting up to 50lb/22kg of force occasionally and/or up to 20lbs/9kg of force frequently, and/or up to 10lbs/4kgs of force constantly to move objects.
## Additional Requirements

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to wear and use a full-face respirator.
• Stand and walk for 12 hours per shift.
• Willing to work overtime as needed.
• Frequent bilateral grip/grasp and manual dexterity work required.
• Frequent bending and twisting, squatting, pushing and pulling and working at elevated heights and in confined spaces as required by the job.
• Must be able to tolerate industrial odors, heat and high temperatures, and smells on a frequent basis.

What We Offer

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO):
Flexible vacation, personal, and holiday leave ensures employees can maintain a healthy work-life balance and recharge effectively. Recognition & Rewards:
Performance-based bonuses, service recognition, and employee appreciation initiatives celebrate dedication and impact. Inclusive & Collaborative Culture: A global workforce that values diversity, equity, and inclusion—where all voices are heard and respected in a supportive environment. Continuous Learning & Development: Opportunities for professional growth through training programs, tuition assistance, leadership development, and skill-certification initiatives. Global Career Opportunities: With facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, employees have opportunities for international exposure and cross-functional collaboration. Community Involvement: West encourages volunteerism through its West without Borders initiative and other charitable programs that make a difference in local communities. This is an onsite position requiring the team member to be onsite 5 days per week No relocation is provided for this opportunity Sponsorship is not provided for this opportunity

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. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to [e-mail] . 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.