Jobs at West Pharma in United States, Saint Petersburg

In this role, you willoperate One Piece Flow Machine (assembly machine/ press); collect product samples and inspect product from belt and cartons for various defects outlined subsequent to and during training periods.

• Complete all pertinent documentation as required by SOIs and WIs.
• Perform sampling inspections and use measuring equipment per plant procedures.
• Fill hoppers, remove finished goods and in process and place on skids or conveyor.
• Follow schedules and operate presses.
• Monitor statistical process control (SPC) charts to assure product is within specifications.
• Perform clean out and line clearances.
• Remove all finished goods from Production floor as needed.
• Provide all paperwork/materials to assembly floor for “next order”.
• Obtain raw materials from warehouse for new orders. Provide to appropriate machine areas as needed.
• Remove trash and scrap from assembly area and place in appropriate containers/receptacles.
• Scan labels on WIP and Finished Good product as required.
• Guide and function as a coach for the work of new or less experienced operators and support personnel while working in a team-oriented fast paced environment.
• Relieve operations of areas through directed break schedules.
• Work with Quality team to ensure accurate and timely batch record review and provide feedback to necessary parties.
• Adhere to all company policies.
• Must observe all good housekeeping practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs as directed by Area Manager(s), Production Manager and/or Director, Ops.
• Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules.
• Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance .
• Safety glasses, hairnet, face/beard cover, gloves, safety shoes and hearing protection as required.

• • Education: High School or equivalent
  • Experience:1year of experience
  • Must possess an acute attention to detail and be able to communicate
  • Proficient in West’s Shop Floor applications and Microsoft Office
  • Willing to work overtime as needed

• No min required

• Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
• Support and contribute in 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.

• Must be able to distinguish colors and fine print.
• Must be able to distinguish defective parts.
• Must be able to lift 35 lb. box and move a distance of 10 yards
• Manufacturing environment
• Must be able to express and exchange ideas with employees
• Must be able to build strong relationships with direct reports and peers

**Given the scope of this role, this position can be based at any West location**

• In coordination with multi-site leadership teams and the Global Lead Manufacturing Operations, Seals; assist in developing an implementation strategy for end-to-end manufacturing within each site
• Partner with site leadership to establish inventory strategies where end-to-end manufacturing is not yet achieved.
• Assist in the implementation of lean strategies as needed across the entire Seals VS
• Assist in the forecasting and execution of the financial targets including collaboration with site leaders and functional leaders in the value stream to identify and mitigate risks to the financial plan/budget
• Partner with commercial team and other leaders within the organization to identify portfolio optimization opportunities
• Assist finance and other cross-functional leaders in accurately capturing product costs
• Assist in the creation and improvement processes of supplier performance – service, quality and cost
• Lead multi-site initiatives on optimization to include harmonizing processes across the Seals network
• Drive digitalization across sites to leverage data and analytics in strategic business decisions
• Assist in ensuring resource allocation planning is performed and that constraints within Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Global Engineering and other functions are resolved as required for overall program success
• Support administration Capital Planning and spend in conjunction with Engineering and Finance
• In close collaboration with Global Lead Manufacturing Operations, Seals; drive agenda and planning processes for key cross functional meetings such as semi-annual operations meetings
• Ensure common best practice approaches are used across sites for safety and quality improvements and initiatives (root cause analysis, Risk Assessment & CAPA)
• Participate in Global Supply Operations Review and drive team alignment

• Bachelor's Degree in a technical discipline to include: Business, Operations, or Engineering preferred

• Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in manufacturing operations
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or business fields, or years of experience in lieu of
• Strong project management skills
• Operational Excellence experience including lean and Six-Sigma certification

• Knowledge of statistical tools and Minitab
• cGMP knowledge
• Self-motivated, results- and solution-oriented personality
• Very good organizational and project management skills
• Highly analytical and structured way of working
• Ability to successfully collaborate with teams across organizational levels
• Ability to assert technical solutions and standards
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate well with people

• Medical Device manufacturing requires strict adherence to standards. Working environment is a manufacturing facility, which houses plastic injection molding machines. Must tolerate fumes and particulate generated from various plastics. Work areas are equipped with adequate lighting, cooling/heating and equipment that are in a good working condition. Must work constructively in an environment that may be stressful due to competing resources while at all times maintaining company confidentiality.
• May stand or sit for extended periods of time. Must transport oneself to and from other areas of the facility and travel to other divisions when necessary. Must have good visual acuity. If specifically necessitated by customer requirements, must be able to see with or without corrective lenses and distinguish color differences for product and safety issues. Hearing ability should be sufficient to hear audible alarms from distances up to 150ft.
• The ability to be able to lift and carry various items up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to travel up to 25 to 50% of the time

• Under the supervision of a trainer or supervisor perform the following duties...
• Process trimmed product through washing and drying process per site SOI’s and work instructions.
• Ensure that the equipment is set up accurately.
• Ensure continual flow of product through the module from the mold press thru the trim press.
• Operate a mold press to produce molded panels of product following site SOI’s and work instructions.
• Operate a manual / automatic trim press as needed following site SOI’s and work instructions.
• Process product through any required special treatments such as sort, silicone, chlorination, etc.
• As needed, set up pack scales for weighing and packing of finished product and prepare carton labels for boxing and shipping.
• Alert the Area Supervisor to conditions that may prevent meeting production and quality expectations.
• Accurately maintain all required documentation and paperwork to ensure product traceability.
• Inspect molded/trimmed work to ensure quality product is being produced.
• Move materials into and out of the area as required.
• Properly clean and prep assigned workstations/equipment during and prior to the next available shift.
• Promotes and supports a Lean environment.
• Conforms with and abides by all corporate and site-specific regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules.
• Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs.

• High School Diploma or GED Required.

• No min required

• Must possess an acute attention to detail
• Basic computer skills, i.e. use a mouse/keyboard.
• Ability to apply Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• General use of computer work station and ability to use SAP commands is preferred
• Must be willing and able to work as a team member and make general decisions within authorized job responsibilities
• Must be able to train and guide others as required.
• Must be able to read and write in English

• Service and installation of trim dies and mold presses to obtain optimal process condition and meeting of products quality requirements.
• Perform preventive maintenance of trim dies and compression molds to ensure the tooling’s are in good condition.
• Carry out first line troubleshooting of defective products and other technical issues timely and effectively to minimize the disruption to production and escalate as required.
• Dismantle tools (dies and molds) that due for servicing. (sharpening, cleaning).
• Assist in overhauling end of life dies with new rebuild kit.
• Ensure all necessary safety features are checked and tested according to the requirements before start operation / hand over process.
• Ensure proper shift handover by completion of document and records according to procedures and proper housekeeping of work areas in toolshop.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by superior.

• Must be skilled with lathe and mill work.
• Must have experince with surface grinding.
• Good mechanical aptitude needed. Proficiency with math and print reading necessary.

• High School Diploma or GED Required.
  • Tooling Degree or Trade School certificates preferred.

• Minimum of 3 years of machining experince required.
  • Experince with operating and programming CNC machines
  • Experince with Haas CNC a plus.

• Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
• Support and contribute in Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target
• Programming conversational CNC.
• Compression Mold repair experience
• Understanding of six-sigma and processing improvments
• Able to comply with the company's safety policy at all times
• Ability to use Excel and Word.

In this role you will debug, sharpen, and maintain Progressive, Compound stamping tools and assembly tools. Also make new and rebuild stamping tools.

• Troubleshoot manufacturing problems on dies.
• Sharpen and rework carbide and Steel components.
• Work with and advise Tool & Die Makers, Machinists and Mechanics on die issues.
• Manage component inventories.
• Manage tool Maintenance schedules.
• Utilize CNC: CMM, EDM and Mill to maintain Dies.
• Pull and set tooling as required for troubleshooting.
• Clean machines and tool room equipment.
• Hold dimensional tolerances called out on drawings.
• Read, Review and Revise prints.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Adhere to all company policies.
• Must observe all good housekeeping practices.
• Must be able to self-start/time manage and follow written or verbal instructions.
• Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules.
• Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual, and predictable attendance .
• Safety glasses, hairnet, face/beard cover, gloves, slip resistant steel toed safety shoes and hearing protection as required.

• High School Diploma or GED Required.
  • Trade School preferred.

• Programming Conversational CNC.
• Programming Conversational CMM.
• Stamping experience High speed Approximately 400 SPM.
• Understanding of six-sigma and processing improvements.
• Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description.
• Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times
• Able to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times.
• Manufacturing environment background preferred
• Must be able to express and exchange ideas with employees
• Must be able to build strong relationships with direct reports and peers

• Must be able to travel up to 5% of the time

• Under the supervision of a trainer or supervisor perform the following duties...
• Process trimmed product through washing and drying process per site SOI’s and work instructions.
• Ensure that the equipment is set up accurately.
• Ensure continual flow of product through the module from the mold press thru the trim press.
• Operate a mold press to produce molded panels of product following site SOI’s and work instructions.
• Operate a manual / automatic trim press as needed following site SOI’s and work instructions.
• Process product through any required special treatments such as sort, silicone, chlorination, etc.
• As needed, set up pack scales for weighing and packing of finished product and prepare carton labels for boxing and shipping.
• Alert the Area Supervisor to conditions that may prevent meeting production and quality expectations.
• Accurately maintain all required documentation and paperwork to ensure product traceability.
• Inspect molded/trimmed work to ensure quality product is being produced.
• Move materials into and out of the area as required.
• Properly clean and prep assigned workstations/equipment during and prior to the next available shift.
• Promotes and supports a Lean environment.
• Conforms with and abides by all corporate and site-specific regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules.
• Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs.

• High School Diploma or GED Required.

• No min required

• Must possess an acute attention to detail
• Basic computer skills, i.e. use a mouse/keyboard.
• Ability to apply Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• General use of computer work station and ability to use SAP commands is preferred
• Must be willing and able to work as a team member and make general decisions within authorized job responsibilities
• Must be able to train and guide others as required.
• Must be able to read and write in English

• Oversee the day-to-day production activities of plant products at the most economical cost consistent with prescribed quality standards in a timely manner. The incumbent is responsible for the cost performance of the assigned unit.
• Create short-interval look-ahead production schedules that make sure that upcoming events are communicated, tracked and are being proactively attended -to
• Promote all site initiatives including plant safety programs, lean initiatives, training programs, etc., and consistently interpret and apply all HR policies, practices and procedures among our plant personnel.
• Assure Standard Operating Instructions and Good Manufacturing Practices are adhered to.
• Participate in the resolution of employee complaints and personnel or performance issues and/or coach employees to encourage teamwork. Routinely evaluate and review employee performance. Perform counseling with employees in regard to job performance, attendance, etc.
• Manage available resources to insure on time production and delivery of customer orders.
• Verify production data is accurately recorded.
• Maintain and verify accuracy of the hours each employee has worked.
• Ensure the smooth startup of new processes and on-going production in all area departments.
• Maximize capital resources and assist in maintaining equipment and facilities in proper working condition.
• Constantly evaluate existing processes and establish teams to continuously improve these processes.
• Performs other duties, as assigned based on business needs.
• Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules.
• Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance

• Bachelor's Degree technical or business-related field required

• Minimum 5 years in a manufacturing environment required

• Must have effective problem solving and interpersonal skills
• Moderate knowledge of computer programs and SPC applications
• Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
• Support and contribute in 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

• Health Services\First Aid Certification Upon Hire preferred or
• Health Services\CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation Upon Hire preferred

• Self-motivated and solution-oriented personality.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Good communication, project management, and interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Must wear safety toe shoes, safety goggles, and hearing protection, as required, in production areas.
• Must follow and comply with Plant’s Dress and Hygiene Code (SOI).
• Must follow and comply with all Company and Plant policies, procedure (SOIs), rules and State and Federal laws