Production Operator - 8-Hour Shifts

RXinsider LTD.; Williamsport, Northern (Lycoming County, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

West Pharmaceutical Services in Williamsport, PA, seeks a production operator to manufacture and inspect components to meet ISO 9001/ISO 13485 specifications. You will handle inspection, packaging, labeling, and documentation with traceability.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED; GMP knowledge is preferred. You’ll work in a controlled environment with PPE and contribute to Lean Sigma improvements on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• GMP knowledge and experience are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Inspect parts visually to ensure quality and accuracy of batch documentation.
• Record and sign off documentation in real time; ensure first-time accuracy.
• Perform measurements per work instructions and flag deviations from specs.
• Package parts per customer specifications and indicate accept/reject status.
• Ensure proper labeling and placement of finished products; maintain clean work areas.

Skills

Verbal reasoning

Numeracy

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Computer literacy

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?

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, labeling, 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. Ensures all relevant documentation is recorded and signed off in real time.
• Always maintains accuracy of batch documentation and ensures that it is filled in and is right the first time.
• Completes measurements, as required by the work instructions, reviews measurement results, and alerts 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.
• Defines 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 polices, procedures, and corporate policies.
• Supports and contributes to Lean Sigma programs and activities towards the delivery of the set target.
• Acts 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

• A High School Diploma or GED is 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.

Shifts

• 2nd: Monday -Friday: 3:30PM -12AM
• 3rd: Sunday - Thursday: 11:30PM - 8AM

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 order to apply to West, please send an email to [e-mail] . 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.