Compound Material Handler - 2nd Shift

Requisition ID: 67797

Date: Oct 25, 2024

Location:

St Petersburg, Florida, US

Department: Operations

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:

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 report 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 .

Basic Qualifications:

• Must pass pre-employment testing

• 0 - 3 Years of experience

• 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.

Travel Requirements:

• Must be able to travel up to 0% of the time

Physical & Mental Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and /or push up to 50lbs. (another employee will be available for assistance)

• Must be able to read and write.

• Good communication skills to interact with others in a positive manner.

• Must be able to understand direction and adhere to established procedures.

Competencies/Authorities

• Non-US only where required for certain levels

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.