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Extruding Compounding Operator

Requisition ID:

69899

Date:

May 14, 2025

Location:

Kearney, Nebraska, US

Department:

Operations

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

As entry level, duties will be performed under direction of trainer and supervisor. Extruding/Compounding Operator is to accurately and consistently prepare and convert weighted raw materials into mixed compounded materials from which our various products are produced and meet our customer specifications. Use quick thinking and confident to ensure consistent processing and foresight to know the next task required.

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**Shifts:** 8-hour 3rd and 2nd

Compensation Data

+ Wages **start at $21.70+** with an additional shift differential and merit pay increase opportunities!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

+ Under direction of trainer, retrieve approved ingredients in preparation to make our various product formulations.

+ Under direction of trainer, operates mixing equipment, extruder, cutter, calendar and other auxiliary equipment in forming, shaping and cutting mixed materials for further processing.

+ Under direction of trainer, monitors dimensions by using measuring equipment and micrometer; monitors computer generated dimensions.

+ Under direction of trainer, prepare, identify and deliver these approved ingredients to each area/stage of the production process.

+ Under direction of trainer, assembly all required materials according to our specific product formulation using the area forklift or other material handling devices as required to assemble these items.

+ Under direction of trainer, operate all required equipment to mix, form, shape and/or cut these prepared materials for further product processing.

+ With direction from trainer, weigh up and document formulas that do not meet specifications and completes necessary QC, SPC and production forms.

+ Load recipe and set up the extruders (Inner rings, Outer Rings, Ring Components) for items to be ran while maintaining the correct weight, length and width of stock.

+ Problem solve and troubleshoot equipment related issues that are adversely affecting the unit’s production.

+ After certified, operate forklift and other material handling devices as needed to bring totes of compounded materials to be extruded to the extrusion area.

+ Keep the compounding area and all equipment in this area clean and in orderly condition.

+ Keeps Compounding Supervisor informed of off-standard work and any unusual or unsafe conditions encountered.

Education

+ High School Diploma or GED required.

Work Experience

+ 1+ year of manufacturing experience preferred.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

+ Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks.

+ Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

Travel Requirements

None: No travel required

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

+ At a minimum, the following vision tests need to be passed: 20/20 vision at approximately 45 cm (18 inches) from eye, with or without correction lens and Color blindness.

+ Be able to tolerate temperatures (250-350 degrees F) for short durations.

+ Able to tolerate frequent steam emissions resulting from job-related equipment and functions.

+ Frequent above shoulder height work to move bags and material. Frequent bilateral grip/grasp and manual dexterity work required.

+ Frequent bending, twisting and continuous standing as required by the job.

+ Must also be able to tolerate industrial odors and smells on a frequent basis.

Benefits

+ Full benefits package begins on Day 1 - no waiting period!

+ PTO

+ Paid Holidays

+ Merit Pay Increases

+ Quarterly Bonuses

+ 401(k) with Company Match

+ College Tuition Reimbursement

+ Employee Stock Purchase Program

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.