Title: Junior Associate Metrology

Requisition ID: 65096

Date: Apr 8, 2024

Location:

Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, US

Department: Engineering

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.

JOB SUMMARY

In this role, you will carry out the inspection of tooling in line with company procedures, work instructions, control plans, etc. to provide required tooling documentation. You will support efforts to meet Plant quality, delivery, and cost requirements. A high degree of consistent dedication, flexibility, accuracy, sound judgment, and reliability is required. You may represent the site's Metrology Department through direct interactions with internal customers and ensuring products meet standards of quality and safety.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
•	Setup, program, and operate CNC Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), manage and maintain the CMM room, and assist in maintaing the CMM and measuring equipment calibration program in accordance with appropriate standards and schedules.
•	Perform dimensional and visual inspection of in-process gages. Perform visual inspections using optical comparator, test rubber, and vision camera as necessary.
•	Perform 100% dimensional and visual inspection of first-off samples and at appropriate intervals during production runs. May conduct visual inspection on molded components; able to identify flash, shorts, contamination, etc.
•	Measure and document steel dimensions as required by the customer and retain/maintain complete records.
•	Assist with the identification of equipment and/or process documentation gaps. May perform monthly, quarterly and annual maintenance activities for equipment and test fixtures.
•	Report defects and OOS (Out of Specification) instances to site management and appropriate department leads and identify & quarantine all defective parts for appropriate disposition. May provide guidance and training to other inspectors.
•	Liaison with the other Tool Shops to standardize documentation and data collection, Corporate Metrology to develop, compile, certify and transfer all project documentation, and with the Corporate Design Department for change control when necessary.
•	Maintain compliance with all applicable Corporate, Regional, and Local quality documents/regulations. Review new/updated documents and train/implement as needed.
•	Maintain the documentation and analysis of, and assist in determining the validity and disposition of, non-conformance events. Provide CAPA input to appropriate team members.
•	May develop and maintain techniques to properly analyze, align and inspect complex molded components with metrology equipment (ex. drop indicator, OGP, CMM, Micro-Vu, calipers, go/no go gauges).
•	May inspect, test or measure molded components and interface/communicate with technicians and engineers to describe inspection results.
•	May prepare documentation for internal customers abiding to data integrity and maintain accurate record systems to assure easy retrieval and proper documentation of information.
•	May interpret inspection results and apply acceptance criteria identified on drawing or work order.
•	May review and initiate changes to existing documentation in accordance with applicable procedures. May develop new methods and procedures to support new equipment additions to the system.
•	May read and understand blueprints and specifications in Metric and Standard.
•	May participate in plant validation activities as needed.
•	May maintain equipment in good working order.
•	Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual, and predictable attendance.
•	Other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

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Setup, program, and operate CNC Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), manage and maintain the CMM room, and assist in maintaing the CMM and measuring equipment calibration program in accordance with appropriate standards and schedules.

•

Perform dimensional and visual inspection of in-process gages. Perform visual inspections using optical comparator, test rubber, and vision camera as necessary.

•

Perform 100% dimensional and visual inspection of first-off samples and at appropriate intervals during production runs. May conduct visual inspection on molded components; able to identify flash, shorts, contamination, etc.

•

Measure and document steel dimensions as required by the customer and retain/maintain complete records.

•

Assist with the identification of equipment and/or process documentation gaps. May perform monthly, quarterly and annual maintenance activities for equipment and test fixtures.

•

Report defects and OOS (Out of Specification) instances to site management and appropriate department leads and identify & quarantine all defective parts for appropriate disposition. May provide guidance and training to other inspectors.

•

Liaison with the other Tool Shops to standardize documentation and data collection, Corporate Metrology to develop, compile, certify and transfer all project documentation, and with the Corporate Design Department for change control when necessary.

•

Maintain compliance with all applicable Corporate, Regional, and Local quality documents/regulations. Review new/updated documents and train/implement as needed.

•

Maintain the documentation and analysis of, and assist in determining the validity and disposition of, non-conformance events. Provide CAPA input to appropriate team members.

•

May develop and maintain techniques to properly analyze, align and inspect complex molded components with metrology equipment (ex. drop indicator, OGP, CMM, Micro-Vu, calipers, go/no go gauges).

•

May inspect, test or measure molded components and interface/communicate with technicians and engineers to describe inspection results.

•

May prepare documentation for internal customers abiding to data integrity and maintain accurate record systems to assure easy retrieval and proper documentation of information.

•

May interpret inspection results and apply acceptance criteria identified on drawing or work order.

•

May review and initiate changes to existing documentation in accordance with applicable procedures. May develop new methods and procedures to support new equipment additions to the system.

•

May read and understand blueprints and specifications in Metric and Standard.

•

May participate in plant validation activities as needed.

•

May maintain equipment in good working order.

•

Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual, and predictable attendance.

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Other duties as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Work Experience

Familiarity with and experience using manual measuring equipment

Previous inspection experience in programming and using computer-based measuring equipment (CMM)

Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Minitab a plus

Understanding of Gage R&R execution, capability studies, and first articles

Knowledge and interpretation of GD&T symbols

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities – KSAs

May use Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Superior verbal/written skills
Previous engineering experience.
Formal qualification in engineering or engineering apprenticeship, and quality control systems and procedures.
Experience in conventional toolroom machinery (mills, lathes, etc.)
Knowledge of SPC and Lean Manufacturing techniques.
Experience with QMS auditing.
Familiarity with rubber compression molds.
Ability to abide by all regulations, ethics and compliance policies, work procedures, instructions, and all safety and quality rules.

Travel Requirements

Up to 13 Business days per year.

Physical Requirements

Ability to exert 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
•	Moderate standing, twisting, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and walking. Must be able to work with items weighing up to forty (40) pounds.
•	Ensure that the company Health, Safety, and Environmental Policies and other safety regulations are upheld throughout the site, reporting any irregularities to your manager.
•	Report near miss accidents or incidents at the earliest opportunity using the appropriate documentation.
•	Ensure correct use of personal protective equipment.
•	Be compliant with any machine instructions, and responsible for the proper use of all equipment assets within the work area. Ensure that your work area is always kept clean and tidy.
•	It is the Quality Policy of West Pharmaceutical Services Upper Darby to plan and control its activities to ensure that all products and services conform to the requirements of our customers and provide full customer satisfaction. The principal objective is to supply products that are cost effective without prejudice to the required standard of performance, reliability, and quality. Accountability for the implementation of this Policy is delegated through this job description. All employees must conduct activities in accordance with the company Quality Policies/Procedures at all times.
•	Comply with company cGMP regulations
•	Accurate recording of documentation and data as required. Responsible for defect recognition.
•	Undertake all necessary training and retraining to be able to perform all aspects of the job. Undertake continuous improvement using lean sigma tools.
•	Ensure that all customer/production delivery deadlines are met.
•	Flexibility in providing support beyond normal working hours when necessary and provide cover for other roles for which you are trained, as required.
•	Report any problems or irregularities which are outside of your control to your manager or other appropriate person.
•	Must be able to communicate effectively with written and oral skills, make quick decisions, interpret data, read & write, speak in front of groups, express & exchange ideas, understand direction and adhere to procedures.
•	Organizational skills will enable planning, prioritization & achievement of goals especially of importance for the successful execution of related activities.
•	Read and interpret data, information and documents.
•	Must maintain the ability to lead and work independently as well as work well with others in a variety of situations.
•	Must be able to multi-task, work under time constraints, problem solve, and prioritize.
•	Self motivated with the ability to make independent and sound judgments.
•	Observe and interpret situations, analyze and solve problems.

The job description reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not necessarily be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job. West Pharmaceutical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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 and/or drug screening. 

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