Production Area Manager M/f/d jobs at West Pharma in Germany
West Pharma Quality Control Manager STO Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia
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In this role, you will monitor and control the daily activities of quality inspections of incoming, in-process, final, and batch record review and release. In his position, you will manage the Quality Control team to ensure inspection process is executed in a proper and timely manner by ensuring procedures are followed and improved as part of a continuous improvement mindset.
Provides direct supervision, resolves personnel issues, conducts performance evaluations, and performs managerial discipline, as necessary.
- Direct reports include quality control supervisors
Leads and directs the Incoming Inspection, In-Process Inspection, and Batch Release teams with a positive and patient attitude.
Maintains and instills in others a “quality at the source” mentality as it pertains to all aspects of manufacturing, including documentation, training, and other functions related to production.
Maintains and instills in others an “immediate audit readiness” mentality so that records and actions are executed in a way that ensures their accuracy, legibility, and immediate retrievability.
Ensures compliance with quality system documents, cGMPs, ISO standards and FDA regulations.
Schedule and prioritize quality inspection, testing, and batch record review and release to support Operations and release of product.
Identifies and develops opportunities to improve existing processes and procedures
Support quality assurance improvement activities by evaluating products, processes or materials in order to develop control or improvement strategies intended to improve the customer’s experience.
Work with technical staff in performing root cause failure analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions to eliminate recurrence.
Manage the verbal communications and visual checks of work activity to ensure quality requirements are met. Ensure proper corrective actions, discrepancy reports and follow up activities are accomplished.
Reviews documentation and records for accuracy. Determines if product is impacted, can be released, or if Non-Conformance Report is required.
Manages the development of documentation and procedures during the qualification of new equipment/inspection methods.
Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance.
Creates, prepares, implements and improves Quality Control KPIs metrics.
Determines/sets Goals and Objectives for the Quality control organization and training programs for team's development purposes.
Supports investigations related to Non conformances, Audit observations, CAPAs, or Issue Reviews as needed.
Ensures equipment is up to date on Preventive maintenance and calibration activities.
Maintains the QC area well organized with a 5S mindset.
Other duties as assigned
- Participate in special project teams as assigned.
- Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs.
- Conforms with and abides by all laws, regulations, safety rules, policies, and work procedures, and all instructions.
- Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance.
- Associate's Degree Associate's Degree in Technical or Engineering required or
- Bachelor's Degree Degree in Technical or Engineering preferred
- Minimum 8 years previous experience in Quality Control required and
- Experience in FDA regulated environment, pertinent to ISO 15378 preferred
- Must be familiar and proficient with computers and various software programs such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Master-control, SAP
- Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times
- Able to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times.
- Support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target
- Metrology Equipment experience
- Leadership experience in leading teams preferred
- This job requires decision making based on data analysis
- Must be able to generate, express, and exchange new ideas
- Must be able to understand direction and adhere to established procedures
- Must be able to communicate effectively with written and oral skills, make quick decisions, interpret data, read & write, speak in front of groups, express & exchange ideas, understand direction and adhere to procedures
- Organizational skills will enable planning, prioritization & achievement of goals especially of importance for the successful execution of related activities
- Read and interpret data, information and documents
- Must maintain the ability to work well with others in a variety of situations
- Must be able to multi-task, work under time constraints, problem solve, and prioritize
- Ability to make independent and sound judgments
- Observe and interpret situations, analyze and solve problemsAdaptable to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands and deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
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West Pharma Apprentice Laboratory Technician m/f/d Germany, North Rhine – Westphalia
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- Number of positions: 1
- Contract terms: Full-time, IHK training contract
- Start Date: August 2026
During your varied training as a Chemical Laboratory Technician (m/f/d), you will be deployed in various departments of an innovative manufacturing company. You will be surrounded by subject matter experts in your learning environment and enjoy a future-oriented work environment.- Identification and characterization of substances
- Independent planning, implementation, and documentation of analytical measurement methods
- Preparation of preparations according to various reaction types
- Purification of the preparations, including purity determination
- Documentation and evaluation of your measurement results
- Excellent secondary school leaving certificate
- Enjoying chemistry, mathematics, and physics
- Good written and spoken English skills
- Scientific understanding and interest
- Reliability, willingness to learn, and ability to work in a team
- Mobility
- Quality-conscious approach
- High chances of permanent employment in a future-oriented industry
- Attractive training allowance
- Vacation pay, Christmas bonus, and company pension plan
- 30 days of vacation per year
- Opportunities for further training and development
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West Pharma Senior Packaging Specialist R&D EU Germany, North Rhine – Westphalia
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In this role, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, and leading projects to support the development of new packaging systems and or components. Drive technical projects, work with cross-functional development teams, and work with strategic suppliers to develop new packaging systems. Subject matter expert for component packaging and drive technical decisions which support West's business objectives.
- Technical packaging lead for Research and Development efforts related to product design and development processes from conceptualization to commercialization
- Engage with cross-functional teams to develop new packaging solutions
- Develop innovative packaging solutions to support business growth and to enhance West’s position as an industry leader in containment and delivery
- Responsible for creation and maintenance of packaging elements for Design History File (DHF) for all assigned projects including Design Inputs, Risk Analysis (FMEAs), test protocols, and Design Verification
- Support customers and suppliers as required for development of new packaging solutions
- Coordinate packaging testing activities for engineering studies and protocols through internal and contract packaging laboratories
- Deliver technical reports, executive summaries, and presentations to communicate activities and timelines to management and core team members
- Identify and drive continuous improvement efforts within the packaging group
- Maintain effective communications and working relations with all external parties
- Bachelor's Degree Packaging, Materials, Chemical Engineering or related engineering or scientific discipline or equivelant experience required
- Master's Degree Packaging, Materials, Chemical Engineering or related engineering or scientific discipline preferred
- Minimum 5 years in package engineering or related role required
- Technical project leadership experience from concept through commercialization preferred
- Previous knowledge or experience with aseptic pharmaceutical processing preferred
- Experience in communicating complex technical concepts to customers and internal stakeholders preferred
- Experience in working under requirements of Quality Management System in a regulated environment preferred
- Working understanding and application of fundamental engineering principals
- Strong technical writing abilities
- Thorough understanding or global testing standards and regulatory requirements related to sterile barrier packaging
- Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal English communication skills
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West Pharma Electrician Apprentice m/f/d Germany, North Rhine – Westphalia
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- Number of positions: 2
- Contract terms: Full-time, IHK training contract
- Start Date: August 2026
During your varied training as an electronics technician (m/f/d) for industrial engineering, you will be working in a modern and innovative production environment. You will be surrounded by experts in your learning environment and will have a future-oriented working environment.
- Installation and commissioning of various systems
- Maintenance of systems and safety checks
- Troubleshooting error messages
- Preparation of assembly work
- Good technical college entrance qualification desirable
- Enjoyment of mathematics, physics, and computer science
- Technical understanding and interest
- Reliability, willingness to learn, and ability to work in a team
- Mobility and willingness to work in shifts
- Quality-conscious behavior
- High chances of permanent employment in a future-oriented industry
- Attractive training allowance
- Vacation pay, Christmas bonus, and company pension plan
- 30 days of vacation per year
- Opportunities for further training and development
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West Pharma Specialist Dispatch/ Supply Chain m/f/d Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Aachen
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Contract Details:fulltime, permanent
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- Creation of all relevant shipping, customs, and foreign trade documents (using SAP, MS-Office, customs software)
- Communication with freight forwarders and customs authorities, as well as digital communication with customs and compliance servers
- Documentation of deliveries from Germany both within and outside the EU, including hazardous materials
- Co-responsibility for handling outgoing parcel services
- Execution of customs import processes
- Control and approval of freight invoices and customs tax assessments
- Monitoring and support in achieving the monthly sales targets for the Eschweiler & Stolberg plants in the shipping sector
- Support in customs processes and audits
- Completed commercial vocational training
- Relevant experience in the shipping or forwarding sector
- Strong knowledge in shipping and customs, including proficient handling of IT-supported customs and compliance processes
- Good knowledge of foreign trade in the finance sector for monitoring processes for the Federal Ministry of Finance and Destatis
- Good English skills, both spoken and written
- Teamwork and flexibility
- Solid knowledge in MS-Office and SAP (MM/SD module)
- Knowledge of customs software applications by AEB GmbH is desirable
- Driver’s license class B
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West Pharma Senior Project Engineer m/f/d Germany, North Rhine – Westphalia
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Contract Details: fulltime, permanent
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- Support and execution of technical installations, infrastructure, and technical building projects.
- Documentation and preparation of technical drawings for the projects.
- Management, monitoring, and documentation of the budget for assigned projects.
- Provision of technical expertise for all technical projects in the areas of air purification in production, and modification and/or upgrade of existing machines/systems.
- Preparation of hazard analyses and risk assessments.
- Preparation of requirement specifications and participation in technical meetings with suppliers.
- Approval of processes, machines, and regulations in accordance with the defined approval procedures.
- Detailed planning of projects carried out during summer or winter shutdowns.
- Coordination of external contractors.
- Completed degree or diploma in engineering or a comparable qualification.
- At least 3 years of professional experience in a technical field, ideally in the pharmaceutical or medical device industry.
- Experience in project management and in leading technical project planning.
- Excellent knowledge of MS Office, AutoCAD, and SolidWorks as well as experience with SAP.
- Ability to read and create technical drawings.
- Knowledge of GMP and ISO standards.
- Excellent command of German and English, both spoken and written.
- Hands-on mentality, analytical thinking, and strong willingness to learn.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
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West Pharma Supply Chain Apprentice m/f/d Germany, North Rhine – Westphalia
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- Number of positions: 1
- Contract terms: Full-time, IHK training contract
- Start Date: August 2026
During your varied training as a Chemical Laboratory Technician (m/f/d), you will be deployed in various departments of an innovative manufacturing company. You will be surrounded by subject matter experts in your learning environment and enjoy a future-oriented work environment.- Identification and characterization of substances
- Independent planning, implementation, and documentation of analytical measurement methods
- Preparation of preparations according to various reaction types
- Purification of the preparations, including purity determination
- Documentation and evaluation of your measurement results
- Excellent secondary school leaving certificate
- Enjoying chemistry, mathematics, and physics
- Good written and spoken English skills
- Scientific understanding and interest
- Reliability, willingness to learn, and ability to work in a team
- Mobility
- Quality-conscious approach
- High chances of permanent employment in a future-oriented industry
- Attractive training allowance
- Vacation pay, Christmas bonus, and company pension plan
- 30 days of vacation per year
- Opportunities for further training and development
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In this role, you will monitor and control the daily activities of quality inspections of incoming, in-process, final, and batch record review and release. In his position, you will manage the Quality Control team to ensure inspection process is executed in a proper and timely manner by ensuring procedures are followed and improved as part of a continuous improvement mindset.
Provides direct supervision, resolves personnel issues, conducts performance evaluations, and performs managerial discipline, as necessary.
- Direct reports include quality control supervisors
Leads and directs the Incoming Inspection, In-Process Inspection, and Batch Release teams with a positive and patient attitude.
Maintains and instills in others a “quality at the source” mentality as it pertains to all aspects of manufacturing, including documentation, training, and other functions related to production.
Maintains and instills in others an “immediate audit readiness” mentality so that records and actions are executed in a way that ensures their accuracy, legibility, and immediate retrievability.
Ensures compliance with quality system documents, cGMPs, ISO standards and FDA regulations.
Schedule and prioritize quality inspection, testing, and batch record review and release to support Operations and release of product.
Identifies and develops opportunities to improve existing processes and procedures
Support quality assurance improvement activities by evaluating products, processes or materials in order to develop control or improvement strategies intended to improve the customer’s experience.
Work with technical staff in performing root cause failure analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions to eliminate recurrence.
Manage the verbal communications and visual checks of work activity to ensure quality requirements are met. Ensure proper corrective actions, discrepancy reports and follow up activities are accomplished.
Reviews documentation and records for accuracy. Determines if product is impacted, can be released, or if Non-Conformance Report is required.
Manages the development of documentation and procedures during the qualification of new equipment/inspection methods.
Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance.
Creates, prepares, implements and improves Quality Control KPIs metrics.
Determines/sets Goals and Objectives for the Quality control organization and training programs for team's development purposes.
Supports investigations related to Non conformances, Audit observations, CAPAs, or Issue Reviews as needed.
Ensures equipment is up to date on Preventive maintenance and calibration activities.
Maintains the QC area well organized with a 5S mindset.
Other duties as assigned
- Participate in special project teams as assigned.
- Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs.
- Conforms with and abides by all laws, regulations, safety rules, policies, and work procedures, and all instructions.
- Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance.
- Associate's Degree Associate's Degree in Technical or Engineering required or
- Bachelor's Degree Degree in Technical or Engineering preferred
- Minimum 8 years previous experience in Quality Control required and
- Experience in FDA regulated environment, pertinent to ISO 15378 preferred
- Must be familiar and proficient with computers and various software programs such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Master-control, SAP
- Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times
- Able to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times.
- Support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target
- Metrology Equipment experience
- Leadership experience in leading teams preferred
- This job requires decision making based on data analysis
- Must be able to generate, express, and exchange new ideas
- Must be able to understand direction and adhere to established procedures
- Must be able to communicate effectively with written and oral skills, make quick decisions, interpret data, read & write, speak in front of groups, express & exchange ideas, understand direction and adhere to procedures
- Organizational skills will enable planning, prioritization & achievement of goals especially of importance for the successful execution of related activities
- Read and interpret data, information and documents
- Must maintain the ability to work well with others in a variety of situations
- Must be able to multi-task, work under time constraints, problem solve, and prioritize
- Ability to make independent and sound judgments
- Observe and interpret situations, analyze and solve problemsAdaptable to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands and deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
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