Title: Jr. Engineer
Walker, MI, US
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
Join West's Engineering Team as an Intern! Dive into a dynamic and fast-paced work environment where your contributions truly matter. As a West Engineering Intern, you'll be part of exciting projects that propel our business forward. This internship offers an opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams, understand how they work together to optimize operations, and meet customer needs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Gain hands-on experience in a manufacturing engineering team, including equipment and process optimization, data analysis, problem troubleshooting and investigation, and project management. You'll work on meaningful projects aimed at improving equipment efficiency, reducing scrap, and identifying continuous improvement opportunities in existing processes. This internship offers broad exposure to engineering functions and projects, ensuring you walk away with a well-rounded, impactful experience.
Education
- Progress toward a Bachelor's degree in an Engineering major
Work Experience
- No min required
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications: Ability to leverage Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for efficient data management, analysis, and presentation.
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Strong ability to analyze complex data, identify issues, and develop effective solutions.
- Customer Focus: Committed to meeting the expectations and needs of internal and external customers.
- Team Collaboration and Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to work effectively within a team environment to achieve common goals.
Physical Requirements
Additional Requirements
- Able to comprehend mechanical drawings, computer systems and manufacturing processes.
West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to Apply.Accommodation@westpharma.com. Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening.