Material Handler

Material Handler

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 control the flow of products and materials to and from manufacturing areas. You will also ship, receive, label, and properly store products and materials. This person will also load and unload trucks, operate industrial forklifts in a safe and professional manner, transport supplies, tooling, and equipment, as required, and maintain high-level accuracy on paperwork and electronic transactions/records.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Production Supply and Warehousing:
• Supply manufacturing areas with pallets, components, bags, boxes, lining material, and other materials, as requested.
• Ensure timely and neat stock placement so products remain damage-free.
• Rotate stock to maintain FEFO (first expired, first out) and/or FIFO (first in, first out).
• Maintain work areas following 6S guidelines and complete required cleaning tasks.
• Execute cycle counts to maintain accurate stock levels.
• Shipping and Receiving:
• Pull, label, and/or band, wrap, or otherwise prepare product for shipment to 3PL or for customer shipments.
• Load product, materials, or equipment on freight carriers.
• Unload inbound materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Verify accuracy of paperwork, label, and put away materials in warehouse bins.
• Follow all applicable procedures if damage is discovered during loading or unloading.
• Utility:
• Assemble and supply cardboard totes to the production floor.
• Assemble and supply scrap totes to manufacturing areas.
• Collect and process scrap for trash or recycle as needed.
• Remove trash from production floor and empty dumpsters in the trash compactor.
• Remove scrapped cardboard from production floor, load and empty cardboard compactor.
• Load the scrap trailer(s).
• Perform necessary paperwork and electronic transactions / records applicable to actions performed.
• Maintain high level of accuracy.

Education: A High School Diploma or GED is required.

Work Experience: Must have at least 6 months to 1 year of manufacturing experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Prior knowledge and use of hand-held scanners or the ability to operate a smartphone is preferred.
• Prior forklift or heavy equipment experience is preferred, but not required.
• Spatial awareness.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations with or without a calculator.
• Support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target.
• Able to comply with the company's Safety and Quality policies at all times.

Physical Requirements: Light-Exerting up to 20lbs/9kg of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force frequently constantly to move objects.

What We Offer:

• Community Involvement: West encourages volunteerism through its West without Borders initiative and other charitable programs that make a difference in local communities.
• Continuous Learning & Development: Opportunities for professional growth through training programs, tuition assistance, leadership development, and skill-certification initiatives.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): Flexible vacation, personal, and holiday leave ensures employees can maintain a healthy work-life balance and recharge effectively.
• Global Career Opportunities: With facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, employees have opportunities for international exposure and cross-functional collaboration.
• Inclusive & Collaborative Culture: A global workforce that values diversity, equity, and inclusionwhere all voices are heard and respected in a supportive environment.
• Recognition & Rewards: Performance-based bonuses, service recognition, and employee appreciation initiatives celebrate dedication and impact.

This is an onsite position requiring the team member to be onsite 5 days per week 01-Entry Laborers and Helpers Non-Exempt Local Shift. This position will operate on 3rd shift: Sunday - Thursday from 11:30PM - 8AM.

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.