Associate, Process Improvement Engineering

This is an onsite position requiring the team member to be onsite for all scheduled workdays.

No relocation assistance is provided for this opportunity.

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

This fully onsite role is key to implementing new technology, developing, and introducing process improvements, standards, life cycle management, validation, supporting capital investments, and contributing to addressing complex assignments in select process areas, helping to advance and transform West's growing business. This person will have the opportunity to drive the implementation of new innovative processes and technologies in cooperation with the Operations, Quality and other plant teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Actively participate and comply with all West HSE programs and regulations.
• Participates in the development of standard process elements and their continuous improvement.
• Responsible for proposing, evaluating, and implementing process improvement projects related to quality, service, and HSE, using best practice methodologies.
• Participates in global and regional SME teams and harmonization projects and coordinates related activities locally.
• Evaluates and analyzes historical data; prepares reports and trend analyses on production process performance in cooperation with QA/QC.
• Directly involved in the introduction of new products and technological methods.
• Develops and implements practices and procedures to improve and standardize production processes to ensure profitability, quality, and safety.
• Evaluates and recommends internal and external best practices to keep production processes at the leading edge.
• Manages and implements the best practice validation concept related to process areas and projects, in alignment with West’s global validation approach.
• Performs all duties in accordance with the company’s health and safety policies, environmental protection requirements, applicable legislation, and company policies.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work environment in accordance with West 5S program.
• Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs as directed.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required.

Work Experience

• Minimum 1-3 years experience within injection or compression molding related field preferred.
• Manufacturing process troubleshooting preferred.
• Manufacturing in a cGMP/Pharmaceutical manufacturing environment preferred.
• Project management, ability to work independently required.
• Automation, Programming (PLC, VBA), Electronics Troubleshooting.
• Project management, ability to work independently required.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• General knowledge of OSHA/EPA/safety regulations, manufacturing, and process automation.
• Vision machine integration in a cGMP/Pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Maintain an awareness of “state of the art” technology as it applies to our industry. Take part in educational programs pertinent to process projects.
• Working knowledge of business and shop floor systems to effectively manage operations; prefer SAP and MS Office applications.
• Experience working with ISO9000, FDA and cGMP required.
• Understanding and experience in use of Lean manufacturing principles.
• Ability to write routine reports, correspondence, and process documents.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Works independently with minimal guidance.
• Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description.
• 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

• ManufacturingSix 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.

What We Offer

Community Involvement: West encourages volunteerism through its West without Borders initiative and other charitable programs that make a difference in local communities.

Continuous Learning & Development: Opportunities for professional growth through training programs, tuition assistance, leadership development, and skill-certification initiatives.

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO):

Flexible vacation, personal, and holiday leave ensures employees can maintain a healthy work-life balance and recharge effectively.

Global Career Opportunities: With facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, employees have opportunities for international exposure and cross-functional collaboration.

Inclusive & Collaborative Culture: A global workforce that values diversity, equity, and inclusion-where all voices are heard and respected in a supportive environment.

Recognition & Rewards:

Performance-based bonuses, service recognition, and employee appreciation initiatives celebrate dedication and impact.

West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to [email protected]. Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening.