West Pharma Production Team Leader 

United States, Pennsylvania, Williamsport 

795219090

Assists the Production Supervisor in the daily operations of the Direct Labor Department. Coordinates all activities of the weekend workforce. In addition, this position requires performing all essential duties for all direct labor positions.

• Take over information at shift change, using Excel to prepare shift change papers.
• Perform basic troubleshooting, cleaning, and maintenance tasks on molding and finishing equipment as directed.

• Utilize Intouch for production scheduling, tracking, and capturing data.
• Prepare production shop packets and labels. Review completed shop packets for accuracy.

• Issue non-conforming material reports when defective lining material, bags, etc. are found.

• Basic use of SAP: checking inventory balances, locating products and materials.

• Responsible for Central Stores activities as needed.
• Conditional Release Procedure - S.O.I. 13.3.2
• Maintain a routine presence on the production floor to monitor and support all activities.
• Give break(s) as required.
• Work on special projects as directed by the Production Supervisor.
• Monitor alarm systems for the facility and facilitate emergency response activities as designated.
• Accident response, reporting, and investigation.
• Ensure policies, rules, regulations, and procedures are followed. Report and document incidents.
• Edit Kronos.
• Follow call-in instructions on off-shifts and weekends to obtain coverage for all essential production activities.
• Contact department managers if circumstances arise that require their input.
• Train new hires in job functions in addition to certifying on procedures.
• Actively participate and comply with all West HSE programs and regulations.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work environment in accordance with West 5S program.
• Maintains methods/procedures and all supporting documentation to meet the requirements of Quality Systems ISO 13485:2016
• Performs additional duties at the request of the direct supervisor.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required and
• Bachelor's Degree or working towards preferred

• 5+ years’ production experience; with 2-year lead experience
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements would be an advantage.

• Exhibits qualities of a leader, owning the responsibility and desiring to help the department to meet its goals.
• Work in a manner that promotes good working relationships throughout the department.

• Safeguard all corporate or plant confidential information.

• Must have good verbal reasoning, numerate ability and mechanical aptitude skills.
• Must have good communication skills, both written and oral.
• Must have good organizational skills.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of a computer.
• Must be willing to work in a controlled environment, which involves the wearing of a gown, cap and relevant personal protective equipment.