Maintenance Technician

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 As a maintenance technician, you will be a key player in ensuring stable operations in our production environment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance
• Handle corrective maintenance in the event of breakdowns
• Work closely with operators, specialists and engineers
• Work independently during your shift, but with support from a team of 30 colleagues

Education

• Technical vocational training such as Automation technician, Aviation mechanic, blacksmith, or machinist with additional mechanical training.

Work Experience

• Experience working with automation, mechanics, pneumatics, water and steam
• Experience with preventive maintenance and maintenance systems
• Preferably with experience in pharmaceutical or food production
• Preferably with experience in automation/PLC or mechanical punching tools

Preferred Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Basic English skills are a plus
• Category B driver’s license(preferably also a boiler operator's license, a truck certificate and a forklift license)
• Service-minded and able to collaborate well across functions
• Able to keep a cool head during breakdowns and while handling multiple tasks at the same time
• Able to work analytically, systematically and in a quality-conscious manner
• Able to plan tasks efficiently and take responsibility
• Persistent in finding the root cause and ensuring the problem is solved long term

Shift

• Monday: 21:40–06:10 = 8.5 hours
• Tuesday: 21:40–06:10 = 8.5 hours
• Wednesday: 21:40–06:10 = 8.5 hours
• Thursday: 21:40–06:10 = 8.5 hours

In total: 34 hours

The training period is approximately 3–4 months.

Pay Transparency The annual base salary for this position is kr499,920.00. 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. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to [email protected] . 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.