Production Operator

Job Summary

Join West Pharmaceutical Services as a Production Operator and become part of a team producing high-quality components used in healthcare around the world.

This is more than just a production job. It is an opportunity to build long-term experience, develop specialized manufacturing skills, and grow your career in a highly regulated manufacturing environment. You will receive hands-on training, work alongside experienced team members, and play an important role in supporting products used across global healthcare.

Shift:  12 Hour Days and Nights (2, 2, 3 Rotating Schedule)

Based on experience and qualifications, applicants may be considered for either the High Value Production Operator, Extruding Compounding Operator, or Production Operator positions.LI-MQ1

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Process trimmed product through washing and drying process per site SOIs and work instructions.
• Ensure that the equipment is set up accurately.
• Ensure continual flow of product through the module from the mold press thru the trim press.
• Operate a mold press to produce molded panels of product following site SOIs and work instructions.
• Operate a manual/automatic trim press as needed following site SOIs and work instructions.
• Process product through any required special treatments such as sort, silicone, chlorination, etc.
• As needed, set up pack scales for weighing and packing of finished product and prepare carton labels for boxing and shipping.
• Alert the Area Supervisor to conditions that may prevent meeting production and quality expectations.
• Accurately maintain all required documentation and paperwork to ensure product traceability.
• Inspect molded/trimmed work to ensure quality product is being produced.
• Move materials into and out of the area as required.
• Properly clean and prep assigned workstations/equipment during and prior to the next available shift.
• Promotes and supports a Lean environment.
• Conforms with and abides by all corporate and site-specific regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules.
• Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay & Skill Growth: Competitive starting rates, with opportunities for multiple pay increases after training on new skills.
• 27 Days Minimum Paid Time Off (PTO): Flexible vacation, personal time, sick time and holiday leave. West provides paid vacation and paid sick time beginning on Day 1 of employment, along with paid holidays and paid personal days.
• Recognition & Rewards: Performance-based bonuses, attendance bonuses, service recognition, and employee appreciation initiatives that celebrate dedication and impact.
• Family Growth Support: West supports team members as they grow their families by offering eligible employees up to 4 weeks (160 work hours) of approved paid parental leave for qualifying events, along with adoption reimbursement assistance of up to $10,000 for adoption-related expenses or $15,000 for the adoption of a child with special needs.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $10,000 per year in tuition reimbursement for role-relevant courses, with full reimbursement available for classes completed with an A or B.
• Retirement Savings: Annual employer contributions equal to 3% of pay plus company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP): Team members can contribute a set dollar amount or percentage from each paycheck to purchase West stock at the end of each quarter, with shares offered at a 15% discount.
• Learning & Development: Opportunities for growth through training programs, tuition assistance, leadership development, and skill certification.
• Paid Apprenticeship Programs: Paid apprenticeship opportunities in the skilled trades, helping team members build specialized skills and grow their careers.
• Lean / Six Sigma Training: Opportunity to receive Lean / Six Sigma training, supporting career growth while building skills that help improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service for our customers.
• Job Assignment Opportunities: Employees may have opportunities to support short-term assignments on a voluntary basis at other U.S. sites based on business needs and employee interest.
• Volunteer Support & Community Involvement: West encourages and supports team members who give back to their communities through its “West without Borders” initiative, West-sponsored events, and other charitable organizations. By tracking eligible volunteer hours, team members can make a difference in local communities while earning up to $20 per hour for as many as 75 hours per year.
• Employee Emergency Fund: Financial support for team members facing hardship due to natural disasters, illness, or other unforeseen events, with assistance of up to $5,000 available to eligible team members. Team members may also choose to contribute to the fund to help support fellow employees in need.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Work Experience

• No minimum experience required - recent graduates welcome!
• 2 years of manufacturing experience is preferred.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must possess an acute attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills, i.e. use a mouse/keyboard.
• Ability to apply Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• General use of computer work station and ability to use SAP commands is preferred.
• Must be willing and able to work as a team member and make general decisions within authorized job responsibilities.
• Must be able to train and guide others as required.
• Must be able to read and write in English.

Travel Requirements

Physical Requirements

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work standing for up to 12 hours per shift.
• Must have vision corrected or uncorrected at 20/30 or better.
• Must be able to differentiate colors.
• Be able to work near temperatures (250-350 degrees F) for short durations.
• Able to tolerate frequent steam emissions from job-related equipment and functions.
• Must be able to gown into required clothing for a controlled clean room.
• Must also be able to tolerate industrial odors and smells on a frequent basis.