Production Operator - 12-Hour Nights

This is an onsite position requiring the team member to be onsite for all scheduled workdays. No relocation assistance is provided for this opportunity. Shift Hours: This position operates on 2-2-3-2 rotating shift schedule on Nights from 5:45PM to 6AM EST.

Payrate: $20.65/hour plus a $1/hour shift differential.

At West, we are a dedicated team united by a shared purpose: improving patient lives. For more than a century, we have supported the delivery of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines used by millions of patients around the world. When you join West, you become part of a company with a strong legacy of quality, innovation, and care for our people, our communities, and the future of healthcare.

Job SummaryReady to build your manufacturing skills with a company that makes products that matter?

Join West Pharmaceutical Services as a Production Operator and become part of a team producing high-quality components used in healthcare globally.

This is more than just a production job. It is an opportunity to build long-term experience, develop specialized manufacturing skills, and grow your career in a highly regulated manufacturing environment. You will receive hands-on training, work alongside experienced team members, and play an important role in supporting products used across global healthcare.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

As a Production Operator, you will help keep our manufacturing operation running safely, efficiently, and to our high-quality standards. Your day may include:

• Operating and monitoring production equipment

• Inspecting components to ensure they meet quality standards

• Following detailed work instructions and safety procedures

• Recording production and quality information accurately

• Maintaining a clean and organized work area

• Working as part of a team to meet production goals

• Learning multiple processes and equipment through hands-on training

• Supporting continuous improvement and problem-solving efforts

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Pay & Skill Growth: Competitive starting rates, with opportunities for multiple pay increases after training on new skills.

• 27 Days Minimum Paid Time Off (PTO): Flexible vacation, personal time, sick time and holiday leave. West provides paid vacation and paid sick time beginning on Day 1 of employment, along with paid holidays and paid personal days.

• Recognition & Rewards: Performance-based bonuses, attendance bonuses, service recognition, and employee appreciation initiatives that celebrate dedication and impact.

• Family Growth Support: West supports team members as they grow their families by offering eligible employees up to 4 weeks (160 work hours) of approved paid parental leave for qualifying events, along with adoption reimbursement assistance of up to $10,000 for adoption-related expenses or $15,000 for the adoption of a child with special needs.

• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $10,000 per year in tuition reimbursement for role-relevant courses, with full reimbursement available for classes completed with an A or B.

• Retirement Savings: Annual employer contributions equal to 3% of pay plus company match.

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP): Team members can contribute a set dollar amount or percentage from each paycheck to purchase West stock at the end of each quarter, with shares offered at a 15% discount.

• Learning & Development: Opportunities for growth through training programs, tuition assistance, leadership development, and skill certification.

• Paid Apprenticeship Programs: Paid apprenticeship opportunities in the skilled trades, helping team members build specialized skills and grow their careers.

• Lean / Six Sigma Training: Opportunity to receive Lean / Six Sigma training, supporting career growth while building skills that help improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service for our customers.

• Job Assignment Opportunities: Employees may have opportunities to support short-term assignments on a voluntary basis at other U.S. sites based on business needs and employee interest.

• Volunteer Support & Community Involvement: West encourages and supports team members who give back to their communities through its “West without Borders” initiative, West-sponsored events, and other charitable organizations. By tracking eligible volunteer hours, team members can make a difference in local communities while earning up to $20 per hour for as many as 75 hours per year.

• Employee Emergency Fund: Financial support for team members facing hardship due to natural disasters, illness, or other unforeseen events, with assistance of up to $5,000 available to eligible team members. Team members may also choose to contribute to the fund to help support fellow employees in need.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We're looking for dependable, detail-oriented team members who take pride in doing quality work and are willing to learn.

Successful candidates will bring:

• Dependability and a strong work ethic, including reliable attendance and a commitment to being part of the team.

• Attention to detail and a focus on quality, with the ability to recognize when something doesn't look or perform as expected.

• The ability to work comfortably in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while staying focused and following established procedures.

• The ability to follow detailed instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety and quality requirements.

• A willingness to learn and develop new skills, including training and rotating through different production functions.

• The ability to work collaboratively with coworkers, communicate effectively, and provide support or training to others when needed.

• Basic problem-solving and communication skills, with the confidence to ask questions and speak up when something doesn't seem right.

• Basic computer skills, including keyboard and mouse use. Experience with computer-based production systems such as SAP is a plus.

• Basic math skills and the ability to accurately record production information.

• The ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

• Previous experience with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) or a regulated manufacturing environment is preferred but not required.

Education

A High School Diploma or GED is required.

Work Experience

No minimum experience is required - recent graduates welcome!

2 years of relevant manufacturing experience is preferred.

Travel Requirements

5%: Up to 13 business days per year

Physical Requirements

Medium-Exerting 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.

WHAT MAKES THIS OPPORTUNITY DIFFERENT?

Build a Career. Grow Your Skills. Make an Impact.

This is a permanent opportunity for someone who wants to build a long-term future in manufacturing. Whether you already have manufacturing experience or are ready to learn, West provides training and support to help you succeed.

You'll gain experience in:

• Manufacturing operations

• Quality and inspection processes

• Equipment operation

• Documentation in a regulated manufacturing environment

• Team-based production environments

This role offers the chance to build valuable skills, contribute to meaningful work, and grow your experience with a company committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

WHY WEST?

At West, the work you do has a purpose. Our products support the delivery of healthcare around the world, and our manufacturing teams play an important role in making that possible.

You will work alongside people who care about quality, safety, teamwork, and getting the job done right. As a permanent team member, you will have the opportunity to build experience, contribute to the long term, and be part of a company focused on making a difference in patient health.

Apply today and take the next step toward building your manufacturing experience with West Pharmaceutical Services.

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.