West Pharmaceutical Services · 3 days ago
Engineering Technician, Product Analysis
Scottsdale, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expWest Pharmaceutical Services is a dedicated team focused on improving patient lives through innovative healthcare solutions. The Engineering Technician in Product Analysis will be responsible for performing product testing and supporting laboratory operations, including developing procedures and coordinating sample management.
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Responsibilities
Perform analysis using various established or experimental techniques, instrumentation, and/or test methods while following standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Uses critical thinking skills to analyze field failures to identify the root cause and documents findings per procedures. Is familiar with and utilizes a variety of root cause analysis methodologies to assess technical problems
Uses software tools (Salesforce, MasterControl, Microsoft Office Suite) to document and manage investigations
With guidance, assist in completing projects from protocol to final report
Uses strong technical writing skills to communicate findings in a technical, concise, and effective manner
Train new analysts as appropriate
Exercises creativity in developing new test / debugging methods
Keep current with new analytical techniques and technology
Assist in preparation of technical reports, work instructions, SOPs, qualification documentation, lab study design and preparation in study plans and protocols
Apply internal QA procedures and perform lab investigations, OOS, and OOT as required
Actively participate in and complete all appropriate training tasks in a timely manner and meet individual and departmental goals as required
Work independently and collaboratively with other technical experts, and laboratory management, making rational and sound decisions with self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
Support laboratory management in data quality-documentation, and archiving
Maintain compliance to cGMP and ISO requirements and established safety procedures
May utilize various inputs to schedule work, use Sharepoint, SAP, Excel files, and Word documents. Proficiently use MS Office products for data gathering, reporting, and data entry
May handle Test Requests – write, review, and approve, and maintain traceability of samples
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma required
0 - 3 years of experience required
Perform analysis using various established or experimental techniques, instrumentation, and/or test methods while following standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Uses critical thinking skills to analyze field failures to identify the root cause and documents findings per procedures
Is familiar with and utilizes a variety of root cause analysis methodologies to assess technical problems
Uses software tools (Salesforce, MasterControl, Microsoft Office Suite) to document and manage investigations
With guidance, assist in completing projects from protocol to final report
Uses strong technical writing skills to communicate findings in a technical, concise, and effective manner
Train new analysts as appropriate
Exercises creativity in developing new test / debugging methods
Keep current with new analytical techniques and technology
Assist in preparation of technical reports, work instructions, SOPs, qualification documentation, lab study design and preparation in study plans and protocols
Apply internal QA procedures and perform lab investigations, OOS, and OOT as required
Actively participate in and complete all appropriate training tasks in a timely manner and meet individual and departmental goals as required
Work independently and collaboratively with other technical experts, and laboratory management, making rational and sound decisions with self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
Support laboratory management in data quality-documentation, and archiving
Maintain compliance to cGMP and ISO requirements and established safety procedures
May utilize various inputs to schedule work, use Sharepoint, SAP, Excel files, and Word documents
Proficiently use MS Office products for data gathering, reporting, and data entry
May handle Test Requests – write, review, and approve, and maintain traceability of samples
Must be able to stand for long periods of time
Use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms
Physical ability and willingness to wear proper gowning for work in an ISO 5 compliant particulate cleanroom environment
Must be able to communicate effectively with written and oral skills, make quick decisions, interpret data, read and write, speak in front of groups, express and exchange ideas, understand direction and adhere to procedures
Organizational skills will enable planning, prioritization and achievement of goals especially of importance for the successful execution of related activities
Read and interpret data, information and documents
Must maintain the ability to work well with others in a variety of situations
Must be able to follow directions, multi-task, work under time constraints, problem solve, and prioritize
Ability to make independent and sound judgments
Observe and interpret situations, analyze and solve problems
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or a relevant scientific field preferred
Experience working in a laboratory or cGMP/pharmaceutical environment preferred
Laboratory administrative/Coordinator/Analyst role preferred
Support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target
Knowledge of one of these skills: Container Closure Integrity, Physical / Mechanical testing such as Instron / Zwick, Particle Testing (HIAC, particle isolation, filtration and microscopy), Dimensional analysis (Smartscope or optical comparators)
Method development and validation
Willingness to learn and apply new analytical techniques
Proficient in Microsoft Office tools and capable to learn other software programs
Able to review regulatory code and learn safety standards
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
Able to comply with the company's safety and quality policies at all times
Company
West Pharmaceutical Services
West Pharmaceutical Services is a manufacturer of technologically advanced containment and delivery systems for injectable medicines.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Eric Green
President, CEO and Chair of the Board
Atul Patel
Vice President, Devices & Delivery Systems
Recent News
2025-12-06
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