West Pharma Process Technician 

United States, Pennsylvania, Williamsport 

457414768

The Process Technician is responsible for safely implementing, optimizing, and sustaining injection molding processes, molds, and equipment to consistently produce high-quality products for our customers. The role requires strict adherence to all safety, and processing protocols. The Process Technician must maintain a clean and safe work environment per the West 6S program, perform regular preventative maintenance, and assume material handling duties as needed. Additional responsibilities may be assigned to support operational objectives.

• Maintain the injection molding process definition for all jobs.
• Utilize statistical analysis of process data, along with troubleshooting techniques, to redefine and improve processes that fail to meet established product criteria.
• Properly document corrective actions using Good Documentation Practice standards (GDP).
• Ensures that established policies, rules, regulations, and procedures are followed.
• Effectively communicates between all departments.
• Safely and properly installs tooling and applicable auxiliary equipment.
• Completes all prerequisite tasks and documentation for starting a production tool.
• Effectively perform scheduled preventative maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Actively participate and comply with all West Health Safety Environment (HSE) programs and regulations.
• Support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target.
• Compliance with the company’s quality policy at all times.
• Additional duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED required
  • Associate’s degree in Plastic & Polymer Education preferred but not required
  • RJG or similar injection molding training a plus

• At least 3 years of injection molding – machine start up and shut down – mold pull / set activities – Setup and operation of 3 axis robots.

• Proficiency with a variety of production equipment, and hand tools.
• Ability to analyze details and strong problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply work instructions.
• Ability to obtain a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) license.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and process control documentation.
• Possess a fundamental mechanical aptitude of mechanical principles and concepts.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis to identify and address underlying issues in production processes, improving efficiency and product quality.