West Pharma Metrology Technician 

United States, Pennsylvania 

706177694

JOB SUMMARY

Setup, program, and operate CNC Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), manage and maintain the CMM room, and assist in maintaing the CMM and measuring equipment calibration program in accordance with appropriate standards and schedules.

Perform dimensional and visual inspection of in-process gages. Perform visual inspections using optical comparator, test rubber, and vision camera as necessary.

Measure and document steel dimensions as required by the customer and retain/maintain complete records.

Assist with the identification of equipment and/or process documentation gaps. May perform monthly, quarterly and annual maintenance activities for equipment and test fixtures.

Report defects and OOS (Out of Specification) instances to site management and appropriate department leads and identify & quarantine all defective parts for appropriate disposition. May provide guidance and training to other inspectors.

Liaison with the other Tool Shops to standardize documentation and data collection, Corporate Metrology to develop, compile, certify and transfer all project documentation, and with the Corporate Design Department for change control when necessary.

Maintain compliance with all applicable Corporate, Regional, and Local quality documents/regulations. Review new/updated documents and train/implement as needed.

May develop and maintain techniques to properly analyze, align and inspect complex molded components with metrology equipment (ex. drop indicator, OGP, CMM, Micro-Vu, calipers, go/no go gauges).

May inspect, test or measure molded components and interface/communicate with technicians and engineers to describe inspection results.

May interpret inspection results and apply acceptance criteria identified on drawing or work order.

May review and initiate changes to existing documentation in accordance with applicable procedures. May develop new methods and procedures to support new equipment additions to the system.

May read and understand blueprints and specifications in Metric and Standard.

May participate in plant validation activities as needed.

May maintain equipment in good working order.

Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual, and predictable attendance.

Other duties as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or equivalent

Work Experience

• Familiarity with and experience using manual measuring equipment

• Previous inspection experience in programming and using computer-based measuring equipment (CMM)

• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Minitab a plus

• Understanding of Gage R&R execution, capability studies, and first articles

• Knowledge and interpretation of GD&T symbols

Moderate standing, twisting, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and walking. Must be able to work with items weighing up to forty (40) pounds.

Ensure correct use of personal protective equipment.

Be compliant with any machine instructions, and responsible for the proper use of all equipment assets within the work area. Ensure that your work area is always kept clean and tidy.

It is the Quality Policy of West Pharmaceutical Services Upper Darby to plan and control its activities to ensure that all products and services conform to the requirements of our customers and provide full customer satisfaction. The principal objective is to supply products that are cost effective without prejudice to the required standard of performance, reliability, and quality. Accountability for the implementation of this Policy is delegated through this job description. All employees must conduct activities in accordance with the company Quality Policies/Procedures at all times.

Accurate recording of documentation and data as required. Responsible for defect recognition.

Undertake all necessary training and retraining to be able to perform all aspects of the job. Undertake continuous improvement using lean sigma tools.

Flexibility in providing support beyond normal working hours when necessary and provide cover for other roles for which you are trained, as required.

Report any problems or irregularities which are outside of your control to your manager or other appropriate person.

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 lead and work independently as well as work well with others in a variety of situations.

Must be able to multi-task, work under time constraints, problem solve, and prioritize.

Self motivated with the ability to make independent and sound judgments.

Observe and interpret situations, analyze and solve problems.