Quality Technician

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 perform inspection of various finished goods and raw materials, manage equipment calibrations, product disposition, and various quality assurance tasks. • Visually inspect new and existing product and raw materials according to establish procedures or as instructed. Assist with product or raw material disposition decisions. • Manages calibration tasks for equipment and gauges by performing, documenting, and tracking calibrations for the Calibration Program. Coordinates with external vendors to schedule calibrations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Visually inspect new and existing product and raw materials according to establish procedures or as instructed. Assist with product or raw material disposition decisions. Manages calibration tasks for equipment and gauges by performing, documenting and tracking calibrations for Calibration Program. Coordinates external vendors to schedule calibrations. Obtain and analyze samples needed for inspection/evaluation of lining materials, resins, colorants, bags, etc. Aggressively monitors email for shipping documentation and other instructions. Maintain files/submit data and statistical documentation for material evaluations and other related operations. Assist shift employees with quality issues, as needed. Assisting in the training of manufacturing and support personnel in quality assurance related subjects, including certification to the QA equipment. Performing internal quality audits as part of the internal audit team. Troubleshoot and maintain various labratory equipment as needed. Participate in Quality Improvement activities. Provide backup coverage for QA Laboratory Measurement Technicians when needed. Actively participate and comply with all West HSE programs and regulations. Maintain a neat and orderly work environment in accordance with West SS program. Other duties as assigned. Additional Responsibilities Additional Responsibilities

Provide a “Customer Service” attitude when interacting with internal and external customers while accomplishing work, production, and achieving quality standards. Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe workstation and environment at all times. Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and safety rules. Exhibit regular, reliable, and punctual attendance. Perform other duties as assigned based on business needs. Keep current with new GMP compliance guidance and internal QA procedures Support new GMP compliance guidance and Data Integrity initiatives Education

High School Diploma or GED Required 3 years on the job experience in a plastics manufacturing environment is preferred.  Work Experience

3 years of job-related experience; in Quality Assurance / Quality Control. Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must have excellent interpersonal &