Production Operator

At West were 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 Wests indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future

Theres 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

Under the supervision of a trainer mold and trim products to an established level of specifications in terms of quality and quantity on a molding and trimming press and other equipment supporting the manufacturing process. Production operators will work as a team in a cell concept rotating through multiple job functions throughout the day following a playbook for optimal performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of a trainer or supervisor perform the following duties...
• process trimmed product through washing and drying process per site SOIs and work instructions.
• Ensure that the equipment is set up accurately.
• Ensure continual flow of product through the module from the mold press thru the trim press.
• Operate a mold press to produce molded panels of product following site SOIs and work instructions.
• Operate a manual / automatic trim press as needed following site SOIs and work instructions.
• Process product through any required special treatments such as sort silicone chlorination etc.
• As needed set up pack scales for weighing and packing of finished product and prepare carton labels for boxing and shipping.
• Alert the Area Supervisor to conditions that may prevent meeting production and quality expectations.
• Accurately maintain all required documentation and paperwork to ensure product traceability.
• Inspect molded / trimmed work to ensure quality product is being produced.
• Move materials into and out of the area as required.
• Properly clean and prep assigned workstations / equipment during and prior to the next available shift.
• Promotes and supports a Lean environment.
• Conforms with and abides by all corporate and site-specific 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

Work Experience

Preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Travel Requirements

5% : Up to 13 business days per year

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.

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 orderto apply to West please send an email to . 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.

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Key Skills

Data Entry,Forklift,Basic Math,Computer Skills,Math,Packaging,Mechanical Knowledge,Assembly Experience,Plastics Extrusion,Plastics Injection Molding,Heavy Lifting,Manufacturing

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1