Production Trainer

This position is Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and every other Wednesday from 5:45 AM - 6:00 PM.

 

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.  

Production Trainer

As a Production Trainer, you play a pivotal role in our production team, ensuring the effective training and development of operators. Beyond technical proficiency, we value individuals with strong communication, adaptability, leadership, problem-solving, patience, empathy, time management, team collaboration, and assessment and feedback skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct visual inspections and assemble parts in accordance with quality specifications, identifying and addressing critical defects.
• Ensure accuracy in product packaging, traceability, and part count, including label generation and correct container labeling.
• Operate and maintain production auxiliary equipment with a commitment to safety precautions.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe workstation, adhering to all safety rules and regulations.
• Communicate effectively with Production leadership regarding unacceptable parts and production process malfunctions.
• Checks apart counts by weighing and ensuring that scale(s) are set for accuracy.
• Follows all applicable SOPs, GMPs, and DOIs.
• Contributes to continuous process improvement efforts to reduce scrap, cycle times, improve efficiency, and eliminate waste.
• Provide a “Customer Service” attitude when interacting with internal and external customers while accomplishing work, production, and achieving quality standards.

• Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instructions, and safety rules.

• Always comply with company safety and quality policies.
• Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual, and predictable attendance.
• May be required to work mandatory overtime and/or irregular hours and/or on irregular days to complete assignments and meet business needs.

 

Training Responsibilities:

• Coordinate hands-on training activities with Production Leads and Shift Supervisors using various electronic learning management systems.
• Mentor and train new operators in production procedures and work assignments.
• Ensure operators understand and follow production procedures, SOPs, WIKIs, and MQCs daily.
• Perform training within production as needed and initiate training packages for on-the-job training.
• Coordinate with other departments to address training needs.
• Identify and resolve potential safety hazards.
• Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instructions, and safety rules.
• Exhibit simple computer skills.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

Basic Qualifications: 

• Experience in manufacturing as a competent operator/inspector
• Experience leading others.

Key Skill Sets:

• Communication Skills:
  • Clarity: Convey complex information in a clear and understandable manner.
  • Active Listening: Be attentive to trainees' questions and concerns.
• Adaptability:
  • Flexibility: Adapt training methods to different learning styles and individual needs.
  • Adapting to Changes: Willingness to update training programs based on changes in technology or processes.
• Leadership:
  • Motivational Skills: Inspire trainees to excel in their roles.
  • Confidence: Demonstrate confidence in both knowledge and communication.
• Problem-Solving:
  • Troubleshooting: Identify and solve problems that may arise during the assembly process.
  • Critical Thinking: Analyze situations quickly and make informed decisions.
• Patience and Empathy:
  • Und