Machinist Requisition ID: 68791 Date: Mar 4, 2025 Location: Kinston, North Carolina, US Department: Maintenance Description: Training for this position would be a day shift for approximently 2 months. Regular shift is 12 hour nights 2-2-3-2 schedule. 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** To perform machining functions as required in the fabrication and repair of plant tooling and equipment. **Essential Duties and Responsibilities** • Analyze mechanical structure on equipment and proceed on a course of action and repair. • Perform advanced corrective maintenance on mechanical machinery, tooling and associated equipment. • Perform advanced preventative maintenance; such as, cleaning, lubricating, adjusting and replacing defective parts in order to maintain efficient operation of equipment. • Design and work from blueprints, schematic drawings, verbal instruction, handbooks or manuals. • Construct tools, implements, auxiliary equipment and perform modifications to existing equipment. • Direct shop repairs, projects and periodic overhaul of equipment and in the event of a breakdown, re-establish operation of the equipment by making needed repairs. • Perform advanced work in various machinist trade categories; such as welding, pipe systems, rigging and tooling. • Maintain accurate paperwork as required. Keep work area and equipment clean and well organized. • Perform CNC programming and operations. • Sharpen dies and perform die maintenance. • 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. **Additional Responsibilities** + Maintain and promote a safe and clean work environment throughout the department + Instruct, train, guide and assist other 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 equivalent preferred • Training in machining and metal fabrication • Thorough knowledge of plant tooling and equipment • Knowledge of machine shop equipment and tools • Welding capability • Understanding of blueprints and symbols. **Work Experience** + 1 - 3 years of Machining experience or the educational equivalent. **Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities** + Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, schedules, diagrams, and procedure manuals + Ability to work weekends and overtime as required + Experience in medical device industry or other regulated industry + Able to apply basic math concepts **License and Certifications** **Travel Requirements** None: No travel required **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** + 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 + Able to read, speak and understand English 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 Apply.Accommodation@westpharma.com . 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 and/or a pre-employment drug screening. \#LI-ME1