This is a hybrid position requiring team members to be onsite 3 days a week.This position offers relocation assistance.
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.
Reporting to the Director, Global Device Manufacturing & Technology, this role will support the engineering and commercial teams within the Device network in West. This role is responsible for the coordination of the technical RFQ (Request for Quotation) and Development Agreement process within the global engineering functions (Manufacturing Assembly Automation & Injection Moulding). This role will have functional responsibility for compiling the manufacturing strategy and costs associated with the RFQs and Internal DAs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- 01Responsible for leading key activities within the Global Device Engineering Group specifically related to the quotation of commercial bids and development agreements.
- 02Work with internal stakeholders across global sites to understand customer & business needs and translate to technical outputs and costs.
- 03Identifying deliverables, time and cost, setting priorities and reporting to meet the needs of the business and the customer.
- 04Responsible for the co-ordination and preparation of commercial bids within the engineering function for new business within existing and new accounts, including coordinating cross functional teams in support of this process.
- 05Establish relationships with equipment suppliers in pursuit of new business, product development, manufacturing process development, continuous improvement, and on-going business development.
- 06Manage equipment suppliers during the RFQ phase to ensure deliverables are met in a timely manner.
- 07Represent Global Engineering where applicable at customer meetings to ensure that the needs of the business are met.
- 08Ensure that the procedures and systems are in place to facilitate the introduction of new processes and equipment.
EDUCATION
- 09Bachelor's Degree In Engineering or Science field required
- 10Master's Degree In Engineering or Science field preferred
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 11Must have a minimum of a Bachelor of Engineering (preferably a concentration in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or Tooling Engineering) and at least 3 - 5 years’ experience in technical role.
- 12A background or knowledge of Injection mould tooling and design and general moulding systems would be an advantage.
- 13Have a good understanding of operational processes.
- 14Have a good understanding of business development and the ability to interpret customer requirements.
- 15Have excellent knowledge of manufacturing automation, injection moulding, machine design, development, and validation processes.
- 16Must have good working understanding of manufacturing processes, Inc. automation from Low Volume to High Volume.
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- 17Preferably worked in either the medical, packaging or technological industries with a good understanding of the regulatory requirements including working knowledge of ISO 13485; EU GMP, CFR Part 820.
- 18Have the ability to work with customers.
- 19Must have strong data analysis capabilities.
- 20Have a good understanding of resource requirements to implement project.
- 21Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as the ability to accurately document work performed.
- 22Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- 23Must be able to organize and prioritize tasks; must be detail orientated and self-motivated.
- 24Must be able to work independently on own projects while working concurrently with all departments / sites and levels of employees.
- 25Must maintain the ability to work well with others in a variety of situations.
- 26Must be able to multi-task, work under time constraints, problem solve, and prioritize tasks.
- 27Ability to make independent and sound judgments based on facts.
- 28Analytically minded with strong problem-solving skills.
- 29Observe interpret and evaluate situations in a solution focused manner.
- 30Learn and apply new information or new skills.
- 31Work to meet deadlines which may involve situations constrained by time.
- 32Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
- 33An ability to collaborate across functional teams and work effectively in a matrixed team environment.
- 34Must be able to work independently on own projects while working concurrently with all departments.
- 35Good understanding on GAMP 5 guidelines will also be an advantage
- 36Perform additional tasks at the discretion of the manager.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
30%: Up to 78 business days per year
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Sedentary-Exerting up to 10lbs/4kgs of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- 37Must be able to perform job duties as required with limited physical demands.
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. #LI-Hybrid #LI-BC1
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