• Job Description

  Req#: 64018

  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.

  Location: Eschewiler, NRW, Germany

  Reason for open position: Replacement

  Contract Conditions: permanent, full-time

  Start date: asap

  Contact person: Katharina Steffens

  Job Summary:

  As Junior Specialist, Quality, Laboratory (m/f/d) you will be part of the global microbiological and particle subject matter expert team supporting the development, optimization, and validation of methods for release testing and in-process control. You enjoy hands-on preparatory laboratory work as well as data generation and evaluation using state-of-the-art laboratory equipment. You are well familiar with cGMP conform documentation, feel comfortable to communicate in an international environment and enjoy using these skills to train users and support the global team.

  Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Independent execution of laboratory studies, qualifications, and validations
  • Evaluation and documentation of laboratory results according to the protocol and in compliance with cGMP
  • Collaboration within the global team in the context of project work
  • Support implementation of global change controls
  • Training of the analysts in global test methods

  Education and Experience:

  • Successfully completed apprenticeship as technical assistant (BTA, CTA, MTA or PTA) or laboratory assistant
  • At least 2 years of practical laboratory work experience in preferably in the relevant experimental areas (monitoring, bioburden and sterility testing, endotoxin testing, particle testing) as well as instrument-based data generation and evaluation, preferably in a cGMP-regulated laboratory
  • Familiarity with cGMP compliant documentation
  • Basic knowledge of project management
  • Confident handling of MS-Office and ideally SAP as well as experience in statistical data analysis (Minitab)
  • Very good English and German language skills, both written and spoken
  • Structured, routine and independent way of working in the laboratory with high attention to detail
  • High level of motivation, reliability and sense of responsibility
  • Confident communication and presentation in an international, global team
  • Interest in flexible daily routines and working hours

  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.

• About the company

  West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of packaging components and delivery systems for injectable drugs and healthcare products.

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