Quality Inspector Lead (6am-6pm)

 

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 oversee and lead the work of their shift unit and inspect product for defects and record findings during various stages of the manufacturing process in order to maintain a level of quality that conforms to an established level of specifications in quality, safety and quantity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the work of their team members on their assigned shift and support the Area and Functional Mangers in all regards.  This include taking a leadership role on-site when no member of management is present (i.e. typically this occurs in weekend coverage situations) and reporting all unusual, personnel or performance related issues to management for resolution.
• Assist QA Supervisor or Manager in routine day to day operations and communicate with the Area Manager, Quality department management and coworkers throughout the shift; notifying and keeping all necessary parties apprised of product related issues so that all necessary actions may be taken.
• Work as a coach with quality operators within the department to ensure processes are maintained within established parameters.
• Communicate with co-workers and management at beginning of shift and throughout the day.
• Alert Manager to conditions that may prevent meeting safety, production and quality expectations.
• Assist QA department in day-to-day operations; including operator training, equipment and materials utilization and process systems flow.
• Provide input to QA Supervisor on all Inspector/Auditors team members work performance on assigned shift.
• Maintain work area, equipment and supplies in a clean and safe condition and ensure that operators do the same.
• Utilize test instruments, such as, laser micrometer, optical comparator, etc. during inspection of product as required.
• Sample and inspect product to ensure conformance to approved specifications.
• Maintain complete and accurate record of inspections, production and maintenance reports.
• 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

• Must pass pre-employment testing; 1-3 years manufacturing experience preferred

Work Experience

• Experience: ​0-3 years of experience​ 
• Good leadership and organizational skills required 

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must possess an acute attention to detail
• Basic computer skills, i.e. use a mouse/keyboard.
• Ability to apply Good  Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• General use of computer work station and ability to use SAP commands is preferred
• Must be willing and able to work as a team member and make general decisions within authorized job responsibilities

• Must be able to train and guide others as required.
• Must be able to read and write in English