Automation Technician

Automation Technician

Requisition ID: 74207

Date: Aug 16, 2026

Location:

Walker, MI, US, 49534

Department: Maintenance

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

In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining operational efficiency of automated assembly lines, provide support to shift operations as request by the shift leader/production manager, and develop long-term predictive/preventative maintenance plans for all assembly equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Logically troubleshoots and repairs assembly lines and related equipment.

• Assists shift lead in maintaining quality of finished product through proper machine operation.

• Responsible for maintaining spare parts inventory with a proper cataloging of parts.

• Provide a timely notification to shift lead of maintenance issues and downtime.

• Reviews line history and documentation to enhance line efficiencies. Follows escalation plan to minimize downtime.

• Maintains and updates all equipment log books with accurate repair/adjustment information.

• Interfaces daily with shift leader and technician at shift change.

• Maintains cleanliness of all equipment.

• 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

• Education or Equivalent Experience: High School or equivalent

Work Experience

• 2 years of experience in related industry.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Education: 2-year technical degree

• Background in medical devices/pharmaceutical would be a plus.

• Knowledge of quality systems requirements, FDA Quality System Regulation, cGMP and ISO 9002.

Travel Requirements

• None

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.

Shift

Shift 2: 5:45pm-6:00am

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, every other Saturday

Hourly Salary

Between $28 to $32 +$1/hr night shift premium + Benefits + 4% Bonus + Signing Bonus

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 View email address on click.appcast.io . 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.

Nearest Major Market: Grand Rapids