Title:  Material Handler

The shift for this position is Wednesday, Thursday Friday and every other Saturday 545PM - 6:00 AM

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.  

4th shift Wed-Fri EO Sat 545pm-6am

Job Summary:

In this role, you will coordinate and expedite the uninterrupted flow of material for the molding process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain a safe, clean, orderly workstation and environment.
• Conforms with and abides by all company regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions.
• Maintain proper traceability of raw materials used in the molding process. 
• Utilize the ERP system to record inventory transactions as they happen in real time.  (transact then act)
• Utilize “First In First Out” rules when determining what lots are pulled.
• Follow internal schedules, work orders, sample requests and production specifications to ensure the materials are properly prepared before use.
• Ensure equipment is maintained regularly and is always in good working order.  Report any issues to management so they can be addressed evidently.
• Maintain material levels throughout the shift to ensure no process interruptions occur due to a lack of material.
• Assist with scheduling and staging of raw materials to ensure production schedules are met and shipments are ready on time.
• Clean assigned work centers daily. Assists with warehouse activities as needed.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts to reduce scrap, cycle times, improve efficiency, and eliminate waste by looking for ways to work smarter, make things safer and faster.
• Maintain a “Customer Service” attitude when interacting with internal and external customers while accomplishing work and maintaining professional high-quality standards.
• Exhibit excellent attendance habits by being punctual and reliable.
• Performs any other duties as assigned by their supervisor or manager.

Basic Qualifications: 

• Education or Equivalent Experience: High School or equivalent
• Experience: 0-3 years of experience.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Minimum of 6 months prior materials experience.
• Experience with cGMP practices related to ISO standards and medical device manufacturing.

Travel Requirements:

• None

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Must be able to work assigned shift(s) with overtime as required to complete assignments if necessary.
• Sitting and/or standing for extended periods may occur as well as getting to and from offices and building sites.
• If specifically necessitated by customer requirements, must be able to see with or without corrective lenses and distinguish color differences for product and safety issues.
• Hearing ability should be sufficient to hear and react to audible alarms from distances up to 150 feet.
• The ability to lift and carry various items up to 50 pounds at a time.

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