Packer

Requisition ID: 61180

Date: Jul 6, 2023

Location: Cidra, Puerto Rico, PR

Department: Operations

Description:

JOB TITLE: Packer
APPROVAL DATE:
ALTERNATIVE TITLE:.
JOB CODE: TPR 033 Material Handler
SALARY BAND: W1
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
DIRECT REPORTS: N/A
GEOGRAPHIC SCOPE: Local
BUDGET/REVENUE: N/A
POSITION SUMMARY: Provides support in areas of materials management for production area, packaging and movement of finished product.

Working at West means having an opportunity to work by the side of our patients and customers, our global team members and the communities in which we operate – which all help contribute to a Healthier World.

At West, we are by the side of patients. The work we do impacts patients’ lives each and every day – our products are a critical part of healthcare delivery and we are proud of the role we play to improve patient health. We work by the side of our team members. We come together as one global team to deliver for our customers and help them address their challenges. We are a diverse, close-knit community of professionals, where everyone has a voice and opportunity to learn and grow through mutual trust and respect. With a 95 year plus history, we have a track record for success, which includes reported sales of $2.14B in 2020. We serve by the side of our community. Giving back is in our DNA—our team members across more than 50 sites globally are involved with hundreds of charities that have special meaning to them through our West Without Borders team member-led giving program.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: List primary duties and responsibilities of the job, in order of importance and with percentage of time spent on each duty / responsibility. If this is a management level position, include supervisory responsibilities

Responsible to request to the warehouse for the materials to be used in the manufacturing packaging area and maintaining optimal levels of components and material so that the products are manufactured without problems.
Maintains the required inventory levels of packaging products in the production area.
Verify and remove the production labels according to the corresponding machine, to ensure that product mixing does not occur.
Keeps the production packed in order and properly identified. Segregate production before and after packaging is completed to avoid production mixing.
Use the “QAD” system to make finished production entries.
Use forklift equipment to move finished products into production / packaging areas and to load / unload the truck.
Drive the truck to transfer the final products / production packaging products to the warehouse and vice versa
Perform daily inventories of all packaging supplies and reconcile the physical inventory with the inventory listed in the system.
Complete daily and / or monthly inventory counts
Maintain a good cleanliness in the packing area and / or materials in an adequate and safe way, keep the aisles clear, etc.
Obtain forklift certification
Maintain the required documentation following Good Documentation Practices and maintain required training in the LMS system.
Assist and give support in the area of the "material handler" when necessary.
Comply with all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all health and safety rules in accident prevention.
Provide support in: ISO, GMP, GDP, training and audits.
Provide a customer service attitude when interacting with internal and external customers while doing work.
Performs other non-included tasks assigned by the Supervisor / Manager, according to the company/business needs, if they do not violate the safety or integrity of the employee.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: List required education level and/or equivalent experience and any required skills or certifications consistent with West’s leveling guidelines.
Education Requirements:

High School Diploma, or equivalent

HR-JD-00001 Rev. 00
Rev 09/11/2018

0 to 3 years’ experience in a similar position in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Language Skills:

Able to communicate effectively in Spanish.

Computer Skills

Demonstrated knowledge and experienced utilizing MRP systems such as QAD and any other system required for the management of materials within West CM.

Mathematical Skills:

Able to perform basic math calculations such as:
Add, Subtraction, Multiplication and division of whole numbers, decimals and fractions.

Certifications / Licenses

Valid driver’s license
Forklift license.

Interpersonal Relationships:

Internal: good interpersonal relationships with peers, coworkers, Supervisors and Managers.
External: Good relationships with vendors, suppliers, contractors and external auditors.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: List any preferred education, skills, and/or experience.

Valid Category 5 Driver License.

PHYSICAL & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: List type of work environment (office, home, etc.), % of travel required or any other relevant working conditions.

Frequent standing, twisting, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling and walking. Must be able to work with items weighing up to forty (40) pounds. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

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 and/or a pre-employment drug screening.