Description 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 Carry out special analytical investigations to generate critical technical information, making decisions concerning product improvement and overall quality. Implement, interpret, correlate and communicate statistical studies performed on manufacturing processes. Through understanding of tooling / process interactions and development of process, provide all pertinent validations of both tooling and process. Interacts with Engineering / Customers on new projects or issues pertaining to the facility's processes. Write detailed technical reports on analytical data; provides periodic updates pertaining to assigned projects. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Interacts with all departments pertaining to implementation of statistically established studies either for process improvements or establishment thereof. Ensure quality of all materials used in the process by developing and implementing effective reliable testing techniques. Ensure continued reliability of testing techniques by maintaining current knowledge of all technical and analytical information. Write technical reports as required to defend or support decisions concerning material acceptability. Establish and implement reliable procedures to ensure compliance with good manufacturing practices. Provide project leadership for materials / process related projects by coordinating the efforts of the various departmental disciplines for successful completion according to plan and budget. Support the efforts of production in materials related areas as a technical advisor. Reviews data using InTouch and eDart software, for investigation of problems. Take appropriate action to ensure compliance with all safety, health and hazardous communication standards. Ensures that established policies, rules and regulations, and procedures are followed. Actively participate and comply with all West HSE programs and regulations. Maintain a neat and orderly work environment in accordance with West 6S program. Other duties as assigned.

Education Education:

Associate or Bachelor's Degree or equivalent on the job experience in a technical discipline to include manufacturing, industrial, materials or plastics.

Work Experience Experience:

3-5 years of job-related experience Knowledge of the basic principles of injection molding, systematic molding, mold design, mold assembly, and machine operations. Preferred Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Must have excellent interpersonal & problem-solving skills & be able to interface with employees at all levels of the organization; must possess good organization, time-management, negotiating & conflict resolution skills. Must be familiar with computers and various software programs. Familiarity with SAP, Master Control or similar systems and databases, a plus. Knowledge of statistical tools and Minitab. Able to be aware of all relevant standard operating procedures as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description Support and contribute to 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. License and Certifications Manufacturing\Six Sigma Green Belt Certification preferred Travel Requirements 5%: Up to 13 business days per year 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. Additional Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see and use hands and fingers to operate office equipment (ie phones, computers, copies, etc.). Sitting and/or standing for extended periods may occur as well as getting to and from offices and building sites. The ability to be able to lift and carry various items up to 40 pounds. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and fumes or airborne particles. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and or equipment. The employee occasionally works in clean room environments requiring special gowning and training to operate in these environments. The noise level in the office work environment is usually quiet. The noise level in the manufacturing work environment is moderate to loud. Hearing protection is required as posted in the manufacturing work environment. Job requires mental skill or ability such as communication, decision making (sometimes quick), interpreting data, reading, or writing, organization, problem solving, understand direction, etc. 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.