Production Lead Molding

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life‑saving and life‑enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future? There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families. We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts. Job Summary In this role, you will self‑direct operators with good leadership skills and the ability to assist the Production Shift Supervisor in the daily scheduling, operation and evaluation of production staff assigned to their work group. Coordinates and or assists in all materials, production, quality and documentation of raw materials and finished parts with Supervisors, Material Handlers, and Production Engineering. Assists the Supervisor in training, coaching and performance evaluations. Assists as needed in the Supervisor’s absence. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assist and directs the activities and resources of daily production assigned to the work group including; interviewing, work assignments, break scheduling and relief, and shipping and packing label generation. Maintains a clean, orderly and safe workstation and environment at all times. Establishes team objectives and measurements for production, calculates and compares production results with daily production reports, and enter results in ERP system. Coordinates with other departments to ensure variety of production necessities such as; documentation, labeling, packaging, part quality, equipment control(s) are set and functioning correctly, and line purges are completed for changes in production and/or customer specifications. Coordinates with the other Production Leads and Shift Supervisor on all production and personnel matters as needed to meet work objectives. Lead continuous process improvement efforts to reduce scrap, cycle times, improve efficiency, and eliminate waste within the production environment. Follows all applicable SOPs, GMPs, and DOIs. Contributes to continuous process improvement efforts to reduce scrap, cycle times, improve efficiency, and eliminate waste. Supports and contributes in Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target. Provides a “Customer Service” attitude when interacting with internal and external customers while accomplishing work, production, and achieving quality standards. Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and safety rules. Complies with the company’s quality policy at all times Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance. May be required to work mandatory overtime and/or irregular hours and/or on irregular days to complete assignments and meet business needs. Performs other duties as assigned. Education High School Diploma or equivalent required Work Experience Experience: 1-3 years of experience, ideally in manufacturing and/or clean room environment Experience in plastics injection molding as a competent operator/inspector, preferred Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Computer skills- Microsoft Office Experience with cGMP practices, ISO, and medical device manufacturing Experience supervising others. Travel Requirements None: No travel required Physical Requirements Medium-Exerting up to 50lb/22kg of force occasionally and/or up to 20lbs/9kg of force frequently, and/or up to 10lbs/4kgs of force constantly to move objects. Shift West embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We foster an environment where all individuals are safe, treated fairly, valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Where permitted by law, employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of post‑offer background screening. #J-18808-Ljbffr West Pharmaceutical Services