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 SummaryIn this role, you will coordinate the efforts to ensure inventory levels and reporting are accurate. Coordinates the flow of materials through any applicable warehouses to ensure prompt supply to production.Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Generate, perform, and process SAP virtual inventory
Collaborate with material handlers and provide training as needed to ensure accurate goods movements
Conduct accurate inventories as scheduled for internal and external warehouses
Coordinate the material readiness process from the Warehouse to ensure prompt supply of materials to production areas
Analyze inventory levels and material locations on a monthly basis utilizing systems technology
Identify and discards expired materials
Work with team members to coordinate the flow of material to and from external warehouses as applicable
Ensure that raw material Kanban levels are being followed and executed as designed
Identify and implement cost savings ideas in all areas of the business that the incumbent is responsible to manage.
Liaise with internal and external customers and other departments as appropriate.
Participate in special project teams as assigned.
Perform special studies as requested or required within all areas of responsibility.
Consistently abide by and promote the plant safety program, quality and lean initiatives, training program and SOP's.
Create inventory adjustments
Compile the end of month inventory reconciliation
Increase the inventory accuracy.
Develops and maintain a database for inventory projection.
Review obsolescence risks and coordinate the destruction process.
Perform all other duties as requested or assigned relevant to the position/company
Other duties as assigned
Additional ResponsibilitiesEducation
High School Diploma REQUIRED.
Work Experience
No min required preferred
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Support and contribute to continuous improvement programs and activities
Able to be aware of all relevant standard operating procedures as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
Support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target
Able to comply with the company's safety policy at all times
Able to comply with the company's quality policy at all times.
License and CertificationsTravel RequirementsNone: No travel requiredPhysical RequirementsMedium-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
Stand and walk for 8-12 hrs. per shift
Must be able to lift 35 - 50 lb. unassisted and/or 51+ lbs. occasionally (team lift)
Occasional above shoulder height work
Occasional stretching and arm extension for work related tasks/assignments
Occasional bending and twisting as required by the job
May be expected to work all plant shutdowns
Must also be able to tolerate industrial odors and smells on a frequent basis.
Must be able to work overtime shifts as directed
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 and/or drug screening.
