Production Operator - 12-Hour Shifts

West Pharmaceutical Services; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

West Pharmaceutical Services is seeking a production associate responsible for producing components that meet specifications, inspecting, packaging and labeling, and maintaining quality records per ISO 9001/13485 standards. The role emphasizes safe operation, accurate batch documentation, and adherence to PPE requirements.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and may involve a 2-2-3 shift schedule with nights and days.

Qualifications

• 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 with PPE.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the quality of the parts produced by inspecting parts visually and documenting results.
• Maintains batch documentation accuracy and first-time right completion.
• Performs measurements per work instructions and flags deviations.
• Packages parts per customer specs and records status (accept/reject).
• Places finished product in the correct location and operates equipment safely.
• Supports lean activities and maintains clean work areas.

Skills

Verbal reasoning

Numeracy

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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?

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 pre-determined specifications. Responsible for inspection, packaging, labelling and completion of documentation necessary to provide quality, production and traceability records in accordance with Quality Systems ISO 9001/ ISO 13485.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Ensures the quality of the parts produced by inspecting parts visually. Ensure 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 print.
• 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 System 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.

Shifts

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

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

Please note: Training takes place on days 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.