Manufacturing Production Lead - Fixed Term Contract

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Manufacturing Production Lead on a fixed-term contract of 9 months.

Plan, direct, and supervise operations production processes and personnel within the Operations department, including injection molding and automation assembly, with focus on quality, safety and schedules on assigned shifts. This role requires a High School Diploma or GED, 2 years in manufacturing, and leadership experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Lead or Supervisor experience preferred.
• Experience with SAP systems preferred.
• Strong leadership, problem solving and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise shift personnel in the manufacture of customer products consistent with high quality and safety standards.
• Troubleshoot shop floor problems related to injection molding and automation systems with engineering support.
• Maintain awareness of orders to conform to schedule and production status.
• Support site initiatives including safety programs, lean initiatives and training.
• Coach and counsel employees and participate in performance and attendance issues.
• Review and approve timekeeping and verify hours worked.
• Adjust direct labor to meet demand and ensure on-time production and delivery.
• Ensure SOPs, cGMP, OSHA and safety regulations are followed.
• Liaise with internal/external customers and other departments.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

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Title: Manufacturing Production Lead - Fixed Term Contract

Requisition ID: 74283

Date: Sep 5, 2026

Location:

Tempe, AZ, US, 85288

Department: Operations

This position is a fixed-term contract projected to last 9 months. The position offers benefits, training, and full time hours. A $1,000 bonus will be offered at 12 & 24 weeks for those that complete these milestone dates.

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

Plan, direct, and supervise operations production processes and personnel within the proprietary product value streams in Operations, under the appropriate guidance and leadership. Operations include Injection Molding Machines and Automation Assembly Equipment related processes. Responsible and accountable for adherence to procedures, quality, production, maintenance, safety and schedules on assigned shifts; promote effective team member/Company relations to help improve team engagement, customer service and Company profits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise shift personnel in the manufacture of customer products consistent with high quality and safety standards.
• Troubleshoot problems arising on the shop floor as it relates to injection molding product quality and automation systems for throughput and yields with the appropriate engineering support from Engineering functions within the value stream / business unit
• Maintain close observation of orders to keep informed of manufacturing status and, when needed, initiate the necessary steps to conform to schedule.
• Promote and support site initiatives including safety programs, lean initiatives, training programs, and consistently interpret and apply all policies, practices and procedures among plant employees.
• Recommend and implement measures to motivate employees and to encourage employees to recommend ways to improve process, quality, safety and efficiency.
• Routinely evaluate employee performance and identify training needs. Coach and counsel employees for performance, attendance and behavior. Participate in the resolution of employee relations issues.
• Review and approve work time in the appropriate timekeeping system. Maintain and verify accuracy of the hours each employee has worked.
• Adjust direct labor to support demand and manage available resources to ensure on time production and delivery of customer orders with consistent focus on labor absorption.
• Ensure SOPs, cGMP, OSHA and Safety regulations are followed.
• Perform routine visual inspection of work areas for unusual occurrences, safety hazards, housekeeping, work space organization and generate work orders where appropriate.
• Liaise with internal and external customers and other departments as appropriate.
• Participate in special project teams as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs.
• Conforms with and abides by all laws, regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules.
• Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Work Experience

• 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience as a Lead or Supervisor preferred
• Experience with SAP systems preferred

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of injection molding / plastics manufacturing and electro – mechanical automated systems.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes within clean room environment, workflows, production equipment and industrial techniques.
• Must have effective problem solving and interpersonal skills.
• Must possess strong leadership and managerial skills
• Knowledge of and ability to work in appropriate computer programs and applications
• Able to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times.

License and Certifications

• Health Services\\First Aid Certification Certification in First Aid Upon Hire preferred or
• Health Services\\Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) CPR Upon Hire preferred

Travel Requirements

None: No travel required

Additional Requirements

• Manufacturing environment
• Occasionally required to work on different shifts.
• Regularly uses hands and fingers to operate objects, tools or controls. Frequently required to stand, talk and hear for long periods of time.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds
• Specific vision abilities may be needed by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Shift

This shift is Thursday, Friday, Saturday and every other Wednesday 5:30 AM - 6:00 PM

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.