Title:  Facility Engineer

Job Summary

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Apply and support lean manufacturing initiatives, identifying reduction opportunities through process improvements, tuning of configurations, or other strategies. Improve the speed and reliability of vision system change-overs.
• Ability to specify, test and design machine systems and components, including the ability to write and revise software configurations.
• Assume full responsibility for various engineering projects as assigned, allowing the achievement of maximizing output and / or minimizing cost by either the implementation of new equipment and / or methods or the improvement of existing equipment and / or methods.
• Plan, schedule, and perform project or sub-project details; follow-up on new and revised improvements to assure proper implementation.
• Operate within approved time schedules and project budgets.
• Coordinate the testing of new systems before release to production.
• Consult and cooperate with corporate / customer / supplier personnel as authorized and required. Maintain effective communication and working relations.
• Qualify equipment distributors and representatives for the procurement of evaluation samples and production resources.
• Keep supervisor advised of any unusual situation, which might impair the progress, execution of final project objective so that they may act accordingly.
• Maintain an awareness of “state of the art” technology as it applies to our industry. Take part in educational programs pertinent to process projects.
• Instruct and train West Pharmaceutical Services personnel in the use of any special equipment that may be required for project completion.
• Provide engineering guidance to assure plant, machinery, and processes are optimized
• Assist cross functional support groups identify electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic design modifications.
• Conduct any activities with established policies and corporate objectives.
• Fully define projects via specifications or drawings before releasing to a vendor.
• All other duties as required

Additional Responsibilities

As an early member of our newest West site, you will thrive if you can:

•    Bring a positive, can-do attitude every day as we build and grow together.
•    Contribute to ramping up a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility from the ground up.
•    Embrace change and innovation as we launch new operations at record speed.
•    Work hard, stay flexible, and support your teammates to achieve shared goals.
•    Take pride in producing high-quality products that improve patient lives worldwide.
•    Live West’s core values of integrity, teamwork, and accountability in everything you do.
•    Be part of a culture that celebrates learning, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.
•    Show initiative and ownership while helping shape a safe, efficient, and high-performing workplace.
•    Grow your career and skillset in a dynamic, innovative environment where your contributions truly matter.
•    Work independently and take initiative in areas that may not be formally assigned to you.
•    Thrive in ambiguity and see change as an opportunity rather than a challenge.
•    Work in an evolving fast-paced environment where priorities shift, and new opportunities emerge regularly.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Science, Engineering, or related field preferred or
• Equivalent experience in manufacturing engineering discipline required

Work Experience

• Minimum 3 years related experience required

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
• Application skills utilizing latest software, hardware and vision technology
• Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing experience with four (4) years of practical application a plus.
• Able to comply with the company’s safety and quality policies at all times

Travel Requirements

Physical Requirements

Additional Requirements

• Self-motivated and solution-oriented personality.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Good communication, project management, and interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Must wear safety toe shoes, safety goggles, and hearing protection, as required, in production areas.
• Must follow and comply with Plant’s Dress and Hygiene Code (SOI).
• Must follow and comply with all Company and Plant policies, procedure (SOIs), rules and State and Federal laws