Mechanic Operator, Automation

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Identify problems by reading schematics/prints, make necessary repairs on the equipment or system to ensure safe operations.
• Troubleshoot and adjust or repair ancillary equipment like Blow Overs, Bulb Pullers, Heater.
• Changeovers, setups, minor adjustments as required on Vision Systems.
• Perform ink mixing, disposing of procedure as per set Safety/QA guidelines for printing machines.
• Perform necessary oil changes on machine gear boxes and dispose of used oil per procedure.
• Rebuild/retrofit machine or machine components as per specifications.
• Perform installation, validations, replacement or decommissioning of equipment as necessary.
• Work with training department to train new mechanics on machine repair, setup and related plant procedures.
• Complete PM’s on or before the due date and communicate to proper authority of job completion.
• Source obsoleted parts for equipment and make them stock items.
• Identify and locate parts in the stock room through MP2 or other such system.
• Participate in various company run programs like Continuous Improvement, Safety Initiatives, Audits, Investigations etc.
• Support projects and improvement initiatives from Engineering, Process, QA, Safety and Operation groups.
• Document performed tasks for the day into the maintenance log as required.
• Safeguard all corporate or plant confidential information.
• Use good housekeeping practices to maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work area.
• Upgrade technical skills by various educational workshops, on-site or off-site trainings supported by West.
• Follow Engineering Department guidelines and procedures.
• Conform with and abide by all safety rules, regulations, policies, work procedures, and all instructions.
• Exhibit regular, reliable, punctual, and predictable attendance.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree in a technical, electrical, mechanical field preferred.

Work Experience

Minimum 1+ year of relevant work experience with automation required. Experience within a medical device/pharmaceutical environment preferred.

License and Certifications

PLC certifications, electrical, mechanical, automation preferred.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledgeable with machine set up operations.
• Ability to write technical reports.

Additional Requirements

• Basic understanding of machine operability and mechanical assemblies.
• Read and interpret basic electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic schematics.
• Available for overtime, self-starter, a team player and should be able to work independently.
• Knowledgeable in the basic operation of computers and computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Must be able to speak, write, and read in English and Spanish.

Physical Requirements

Heavy-Exerting up to 100lbs/45kg of force occasionally and/or up to 50lb/22kg of force frequently, and/or up to 20lbs/9kg of force constantly to move objects.