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No relocation assistance is provided for this opportunity.\nShift Hours: 12 Hour Days and Nights (2, 2, 3 Rotating Schedule)\nAt 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?\nThere’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.\nWe 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.\nJob Summary\nJoin West Pharmaceutical Services as a Production Operator and become part of a team producing high-quality components used in healthcare around the world.\nThis 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.\nBased on experience and qualifications, applicants may be considered for either the High Value Production Operator, Extruding Compounding Operator, or Production Operator positions.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\nProcess trimmed product through washing and drying process per site SOIs and work instructions.\nEnsure that the equipment is set up accurately.\nEnsure continual flow of product through the module from the mold press thru the trim press.\nOperate a mold press to produce molded panels of product following site SOIs and work instructions.\nOperate a manual/automatic trim press as needed following site SOIs and work instructions.\nProcess product through any required special treatments such as sort, silicone, chlorination, etc.\nAs needed, set up pack scales for weighing and packing of finished product and prepare carton labels for boxing and shipping.\nAlert the Area Supervisor to conditions that may prevent meeting production and quality expectations.\nAccurately maintain all required documentation and paperwork to ensure product traceability.\nInspect molded/trimmed work to ensure quality product is being produced.\nMove materials into and out of the area as required.\nProperly clean and prep assigned workstations/equipment during and prior to the next available shift.\nPromotes and supports a Lean environment.\nConforms with and abides by all corporate and site-specific regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules.\nExhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance.\nPerforms other duties as assigned based on business needs. #LI-MQ1 #LI-Onsite\nWhat We Offer\nCompetitive Pay & Skill Growth: Competitive starting rates, with opportunities for multiple pay increases after training on new skills.\n 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.\nRecognition & Rewards: Performance-based bonuses, attendance bonuses, service recognition, and employee appreciation initiatives that celebrate dedication and impact.\n 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.\nTuition 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.\nRetirement Savings: Annual employer contributions equal to 3% of pay plus company match.\n 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.\nLearning & Development: Opportunities for growth through training programs, tuition assistance, leadership development, and skill certification.\nPaid Apprenticeship Programs: Paid apprenticeship opportunities in the skilled trades, helping team members build specialized skills and grow their careers.\nLean / 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.\nJob 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.\nVolunteer 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.\nEmployee 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.\nEducation\nHigh School Diploma or GED required.\nWork Experience\nNo minimum experience required - recent graduates welcome!\n2 years of manufacturing experience is preferred.\nPreferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities\nMust possess an acute attention to detail.\nBasic computer skills, i.e. use a mouse/keyboard.\nAbility to apply Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).\nGeneral use of computer work station and ability to use SAP commands is preferred.\nMust be willing and able to work as a team member and make general decisions within authorized job responsibilities.\nMust be able to train and guide others as required.\nMust be able to read and write in English.\nTravel Requirements\n5%: Up to 13 business days per year\nPhysical Requirements\nMedium-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.\nAdditional Requirements\nAbility to work standing for up to 12 hours per shift.\nMust have vision corrected or uncorrected at 20/30 or better.\nMust be able to differentiate colors.\nBe able to work near temperatures (250-350 degrees F) for short durations.\nAble to tolerate frequent steam emissions from job-related equipment and functions.\nMust be able to gown into required clothing for a controlled clean room.\nMust also be able to tolerate industrial odors and smells on a frequent basis.\nWest embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. 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