West Pharmaceutical Services

Compound Material Handler

West Pharmaceutical Services  •  Petersburg, VA (Onsite)  •  3 days ago
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Job 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.

Take inventory of stock, supply moldline with stock, handle rework, retrieve material from warehouse, and maintain storage area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Supply moldline with stock, roll end totes and wheels.
  • Provide reports on moldline inventory.
  • Inventory stock in Compounding and Molding.
  • Inform moldline of stock delivery.
  • Retrieve rework from moldline and deliver to Compounding.
  • Maintain storage area and rework area in Compounding.
  • With forklift, retrieve material from Warehouse.
  • Report downtime for no stock situations to Area Manager.
  • Communicate needs of pre-cut stock to Compounding Work Leader.
  • Use designated cleaning agents and materials to clean rubber from stock leaf carts.
  • Use good housekeeping practices to maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area.
  • Follow all safety rules and safety procedures.
  • Assist extruder operators in cleaning of equipment for line clearances (heads of gear pumps).
  • Assist extruder operators in the loading of sheet stock on leaf carts.
  • Verify stock meets specifications. Feed gear pump for extruder operators.
  • Operate Teflon Cutter as needed.
  • Assist with housekeeping duties in Compounding.
  • Supply Mixer Operators with batches to mix.
  • Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs.
  • Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules.
  • Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance.

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Education

  • High School Diploma or GED required.

Work Experience

  • No min required.
  • Must successfully complete all Material Handler training programs.
  • Will be required to obtain Forklift certification.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description.
  • Support and contribute in 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.

What We Offer


No relocation is provided for this opportunityThis is an onsite position requiring the team member to be onsite 5 days per weekSponsorship is not provided for this opportunity

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.

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. 

West Pharmaceutical Services

About West Pharmaceutical Services

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is a leading provider of innovative, high-quality injectable solutions and services. As a trusted partner to established and emerging drug developers, West helps ensure the safe, effective containment and delivery of life-saving and life-enhancing medicines for patients. With 10,000 team members across 50 sites worldwide, West helps support our customers by delivering billions of components and devices each year.

West is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: WST) and is included on the Standard & Poor's 500 index.

Industry
Chemicals & Materials
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Exton, PA
Year Founded
1923
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