Mechanical Engineering Internship

Description

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 internship role, you will be involved in engineering activities such as issuing technical documentation, supporting equipment validation, production floor supporting and more .

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Tech Office activities such as Documentations and Drawings.
• Supporting Tooling and production processes enhancements (Automation, Jigs and Fixtures- design and built).
• Supporting West IL engineers with Equipment and processes qualifications including, documentation, validation support on site, coordinate activities with subcontractors and additional tasks as assigned.
• Sustain engineering support for production processes (Machines Maintenance, repairs, spare- parts and enhancements).
  
  

Additional Responsibilities

• Follow Lean problem-solving techniques.
• Some flexibility in schedule is required as needed for new facilities / equipment installation.
• Other duties as requested and/or assigned to support the Manufacturing Engineering department.
  
  

Education

• B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering student.
  
  

Work Experience

• No min required required.
• 1 year in Pharmaceutical preferred
  
  

Preferred Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent Interpersonal relation.
• Ability to work independently self-direct.
• Analytical problem-solving skills.
• “Hands on” Technical abilities.
• Creativity.
• Excellence learning skills.
• Excellent organizational skills including the ability to efficiently evaluate, prioritize and handle multiple and changing projects.
• Experience with Windows office and Solid works.
  
  

Physical Requirements

Medium-Exerting up to 50lb/22kg of force occasionally and/or up to 20lbs/9kg of force frequently, and/or up to 10lbs/4kgs of force constantly to move objects.

Additional Requirements

• Manufacturing environment.
• A Must be able to tolerate heat and industrial odors/smells on a frequent basis.
• Must be able to work in required attire including pharma goggles, hood, gowning and gloves, etc.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Hearing protection maybe required.
• Must follow and comply with Plant’s Dress and Hygiene Code (SOI
• Must be able to go onto the manufacturing floor and participate in weekly Gemba walks.
  
  

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.