Description
This is a fixed term contract for 9 months. This is a hybrid position requiring the team member to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per week.
Who We Are
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 lifesaving and life‑enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun.
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. We are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.
Job Summary
Laboratory Projects is a global function within the laboratory network at West supporting other functions in analytical questions. As part of this team the job holder will execute analyses based on agreed study protocols or routine work and will primarily focus on particle investigations and identification in support of customer complaints, engineering studies, and root cause investigations.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Act as project lead for execution of investigations relating to particle analysis
Support the West plants on particle analysis using the µATR method
Liase with other West laboratories on best practice for particle analysis using µATR method
Author protocols and reports for lab projects
Prepare trends and technical reports based on data with guidance from lab management
Participate in lab projects such as Method Transfers, Verifications, Validations and Equipment Qualifications
Perform physical, chemical and chromatographic testing to support the plant functions globally as part of laboratory studies
Prepare and update Control forms, SOIs, and general lab documentation
Maintain cGMP and ISO compliance
Support audit preparations and maintain an audit ready lab environment
Be willing and able to work as a team member to ensure continuous improvement relative to laboratory functions
Develop ability and competence with analytical techniques
Act in accordance with the company’s Guiding Principles and adherence to the corporate Code of Conduct
Compliance to all local site Environmental, Health and Safety regulations and contribution to improvement of safety in the Laboratory
Compliance to all local site company policies, procedures and corporate policies
Any other duties assigned
Education
Degree in Chemistry or science related discipline
Preferred Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
3-5 Years experience working in a GMP‑regulated environment, with practical expertise in laboratory testing and execution of small‑scale projects
Effective communication & interpersonal skills
Working in global, cross‑functional teams
Ability to work in a rapidly moving and partly undefined (“grey area”) regulatory environment
Patient and tenacious, proactive working style
Background in analytical laboratory testing and in Compendia regulations is an advantage
Background in Industry Standards applicable to the pharmaceutical (packaging) industry, such as ISO, ASTM, Compendia, ISPE, ICH is an advantage
Strong Quality and customer‑focused mind‑set
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 to Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target
Able to be aware of all relevant standard operating procedures as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
Travel Requirements
5%: Up to 13 business days per year
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 and/or a pre‑employment drug screening.
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