Production Operator

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid PTO

Inclusive culture

Continuous learning & development

Tuition assistance

Job summary

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is hiring a Production Operator in Williamsport, PA, onsite only. Expect a 2-2-3 shift rotation with Day and Night options and a starting pay rate of $19.50 per hour, plus a $1 night shift differential.

This role supports manufacturing of components in a highly regulated environment with ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 compliance. You will receive hands-on training, work with experienced teammates, and contribute to quality, traceability and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Must have good verbal reasoning, numerate ability and mechanical aptitude.
• Must have good communication skills, both written and oral.
• Must have good organizational skills.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality by visually inspecting parts.
• Document and sign off records in real time.
• Maintain accuracy of batch documentation.
• Perform measurements per work instructions and report deviations.
• Package parts per customer specs and tag status (accept/reject).
• Operate and safely use all equipment.
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas.

Skills

Verbal reasoning

Numeracy

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Organization

Team attitude

Basic computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Title: Production Operator

Requisition ID: 75923

Date: Sep 16, 2026

Location: Williamsport, Pennsylvania, US

Department: Operations

Description: This is a fully onsite position. No relocation is provided for this opportunity. This position operates on a 2-2-3 shift schedule, with both Day Shift: 5:30 AM - 6:00 PM and Night Shift: 5:30 PM - 6:00 AM available. The starting pay rate is $19.50 per hour, plus a $1 shift differential for night shift roles.

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 the production of components that meet or exceed predetermined specifications. You will also be responsible for inspection, packaging, labeling, and completion of the documentation necessary to provide quality, production, and traceability records in accordance with Quality Systems ISO 9001 and ISO 13485.

This is an opportunity to build long-term experience, develop specialized manufacturing skills, and grow your career in a highly regulated manufacturing environment. You will receive hands‑on training, work alongside experienced team members, and play an important role in supporting products used across global healthcare.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures the quality of the parts produced by inspecting parts visually.
• Ensures relevant documentation is recorded and signed off in real time.
• Maintains the accuracy of batch documentation at all times and ensures that it is filled in and right the first time.
• Completes measurements as required by the work instructions, reviewing measurement results and alerting appropriate personnel of any deviations from the customer specifications or part prints.
• Packages the parts according to customer specifications and indicates the status of the part (accept/reject) according to proper procedures and specifications.
• Places the finished product in the correct location.
• Understands and safely operates all equipment.
• Reports and/or corrects unsafe working conditions.
• Performs secondary operations as necessary to meet customer specifications.
• Performs general cleaning of machines and ancillary equipment.
• Verifies the labels for correct part and lot numbers.
• Maintains proper levels of packaging supplies at each machine.
• Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly manner by practicing good housekeeping.
• Define machine status on OEE Systems to determine machine downtime and run time.
• Compliance with all site Environmental, Health, and Safety requirements, training, and regulations.
• Compliance with all local site company policies, procedures, and corporate policies.
• Supports and contributes to Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target.
• Act in accordance with the company's guiding principles and adherence to the corporate Code of Conduct.
• Performs additional duties at the request of the direct supervisor.
• Maintains methods/procedures and all supporting documentation to meet the requirements of Quality Systems ISO 13485:2016.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Work Experience

• Previous production work experience would be an advantage.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements would be an advantage.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have good verbal reasoning, numerate ability and mechanical aptitude skills.
• Must have good communication skills, both written and oral.
• Must have good organizational skills.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of a computer.
• Must be willing to work in a controlled environment, which involves the wearing of a gown, cap and relevant personal protective equipment.

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.

What We Offer

No relocation is provided for this opportunity. This is an onsite position requiring the team member to be onsite 5 days per week. Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): Flexible vacation, personal, and holiday leave ensures employees can maintain a healthy work-life balance and recharge effectively. Sponsorship is not provided for this opportunity. Inclusive & Collaborative Culture: A global workforce that values diversity, equity, and inclusion - where all voices are heard and respected in a supportive environment. Continuous Learning & Development: Opportunities for professional growth through training programs, tuition assistance, leadership development, and skill‑certification initiatives.

Shifts

2-2-3 schedule (2-week rotation/rolling roster)

• Nights: 5:30 PM - 6:00 AM
• Days: 5.30 AM - 6:00 PM

Please note: Training takes place on day shift for the first week

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.