West Pharma Tooling Technician 

United States, Michigan, Walker 

553198287

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:

Responsible for maintaining tool spare parts inventory, TLCM schedule, scissors sharpening, assisting with tool repair schedule, shipping and receiving of tools and tool validations. Perform a wide variety of press operation duties including machine setup, adjustments, troubleshooting, line clearing, PM’s on tool related problems, repair or remanufacture worn parts and damaged machine parts. Will assist in resolving process related problems when required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Tool validations
  • Make mechanical adjustments to the press/die and troubleshoot when required.
  • Verify and adjust parameters i.e. molding times, mold surface temperatures, gaps, bumps.
  • Prepare and maintain tooling for validation i.e. aqua line, CO2, clean and clear dies/molds.
  • Perform control checks i.e. run samples for capability analysis, on center, visual and diameter analysis.
  • Perform line clearances.
  • Operate die carts and forklifts, install, and set up tooling in presses.
  • Use applicable gaging and inspection equipment.
  • Prioritize tool validation according to production schedule.
  • Record parameters of press.
  • Complete necessary production and tool validation documents.
  • Verify validation data is accurately recorded.
  • Maintain validation packets accurately.
  • Remove dies from presses, clean and store.
  • Perform trim check/visual inspections when required.
  • Detect and report operating difficultiesand/or specific problems to Tooling Management Team
• Maintain a tooling schedule i.e. TLCM schedule, update upcoming die rebuilds schedule.
• Maintain Bulb Vacuum Unloader System i.e. PM’s, drain vacuum lines, unclog when required.
• Must be able to read blueprint.
• Maintain scissors.
• Destroy tooling per ESOP.
• Receive and Ship Tooling.
• Maintain tooling spare parts inventory.
  • Complete necessary records and requisitions for materials/ supplies.
• Become competent with lathe work, milling, drilling, sawing and arbor press. Grinding parts as needed.
  • Work from prints, sketches, sample parts and verbal or written instructions
• Operate power saws, set-up and operate pedestal grinder and operate drill presses.
• Sharper machining tools.
• Make mechanical adjustments to the pneumatic Teflon presses.
• Trouble shoot tooling related problems.
• Clean machines and toolroom equipment.
• Demonstrate job communication skills.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Perform safety checks.
• Use good housekeeping practices to maintain a clean, orderly and safe work area.
• Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules.
• Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Manage, Lead, and perform all duties to promote quality and customer satisfaction.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.

• 1-3 years of press related experience.
• Qualifying scores on mechanical (Bennett), verbal and math comprehension tests.
• Some basic computer skills required i.e. using Microsoft applicationsList any required certifications.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Able to be aware of all relevant standard operating procedures as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description.
• Support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target.
• Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times.
  • List any safety requirements applicable to role within your country.
• Able to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times.
  • List any quality requirements applicable to role within your country.

Travel Requirements:

• Must be able to travel up to 2% of the time.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 35 lbs. continuously and up to 75 lbs. occasionally.

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 and/or drug screening.