Sr. Process Technician

RXinsider LTD.; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. seeks an experienced Mold Technician to maximize output of molding and extrusion processes while upholding the highest quality with minimal supervision.

You will prepare molds, set up presses, read blueprints, inspect parts, monitor SPC data, and coordinate with Engineering and Maintenance to ensure safe, efficient operation. A strong mechanical background and commitment to Lean Sigma are required.

Qualifications

• Must possess knowledge of machinery including hydraulics, electrical and solid state components.
• Ability to independently solve technical/mechanical issues.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures.
• Ability to write reports and correspondence.
• Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram or schedule form.
• Ability to work with multiple computer software programs and manage priorities.
• Willing to work overtime as needed.
• Certification in First Aid or CPR is a plus.
• Comply with safety and quality policies at all times.

Responsibilities

• Prepare molds and molding presses for production operations, including setup, cleanup and conditioning runs.
• Ensure injection molding machines and connected systems meet regulatory parameters and quality standards.
• Set up molding machines, read blueprints, and inspect products with calipers and other tools.
• Monitor scrap rates and cycle times and implement corrective actions to improve efficiency.
• Perform mold changes on molding presses and assist with tool changes.
• Initiate and write maintenance and tooling repair requests as needed.
• Assist Engineering and Maintenance teams and operate forklifts if required.
• Adhere to all safety rules and company policies.

Skills

Machinery knowledge

Problem solving

Reading manuals & specs

Technical reporting

Lean Sigma

Safety & quality compliance

Shift flexibility

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in technical discipline (preferred)

Molding/automation certification (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

CAD (basic)

PLC basics

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 ensure that the molding and extrusion processes operate at maximum output while maintaining the highest quality, with minimal supervision.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepare molds and molding presses for production operations, including but not limited to setup, cleanup, and conditioning runs, and perform eccentricity checks.
• Ensure injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and connected automated systems are set to regulatory parameters, meet quality standards, and achieve all production goals.
• Set up and start molding machines, read blueprints, and check products using calipers, optical comparators, and other testing methods and devices.
• Perform or assist with molding press line clears when required.
• Monitor scrap rates and cycle times.
• Develop, recommend, and implement corrective actions to improve efficiencies.
• Perform and assist with mold changes on all types of molding presses.
• Perform installation, removal, delivery, retrieval, transport of molds and other associated machinery and equipment; ensure that adequate materials and equipment are at the required location to perform this work in the safest, most effective, and most efficient manner possible.
• Troubleshoot, problem solve, and apply solutions as required or requested; ensure processes run within the predetermined control parameters, including making adjustments within allowable limits, evaluating operator techniques, and evaluating materials to ensure acceptable products.
• Monitor SPC data and control charts for quality.
• Work with mold cleaning to determine and optimize various tasks such as the length of time between mold cleaning, the best type of surface preparation for each mold and product, and work on faster mold changeovers.
• Initiate and write Tooling Repair Requests when pins, bushings, molds, or mold cavities need replacement.
• Initiate and write maintenance repair requests as needed.
• Assist Engineering and Maintenance teams as requested.
• operate forklifts if required.
• Conform with and abide by all laws, regulations, policies, work procedures, instructions, and all safety rules.
• Exhibit regular, reliable, punctual, and predictable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned based on business needs.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED Required.
• Associate’s degree or working toward degree in technical discipline preferred.
• Current or prior molding/automation certification preferred.

Work Experience

Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in molding operations or related mechanical/automation experience required.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Must possess knowledge of machinery, including hydraulics, electrical and solid state components, and secondary equipment such as grinders, trim presses, and chillers.
• Must be able to independently solve technical and/or mechanical issues.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write reports and correspondence.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram or schedule form.
• Ability to work with various computer software programs and manage multiple priorities.
• Willing to work overtime as needed.
• Certification in First Aid or CPR.
• Able to be aware of all relevant standard operating procedures as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description.
• Support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target.
• Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times.
• Able to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times.

Travel Requirements

None: No travel required

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.

Additional Requirements

• 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 be able lift and/or move up to 50 pounds during mold setups and removals.
• Specific vision abilities may be needed by this job, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

What We Offer

Shift

This position is a 12 hour day shift, 5:00 AM - 5:15 PM, three days one week, four days the following 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.