Process Engineering Intern
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Job Location:
Williamsport, MD - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
6 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
At West were 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 Wests indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future
Theres 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.
This is an internship for Summer 2026. Candidates must be attending a local area college.
Job Summary
The Process Engineering Intern will support manufacturing process optimization assist with equipment troubleshooting and perform data analysis to improve operational performance. This role offers hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment focusing on enhancing efficiency safety and quality. The intern will work under the guidance of experienced engineers to deliver tangible improvements in manufacturing throughput.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Process Improvement & Optimization:Assist in evaluating existing manufacturing processes to identify bottlenecks and efficiency opportunities using Lean/Six Sigma methodologies (e.g. 5S Kaizen).
- Data Analysis & Reporting:Collect analyze and report on production data related to cycle times yield downtime and scrap reduction.
- Troubleshooting & Support:Assist with root cause analysis and troubleshooting of equipment electrical or mechanical issues on the production floor.
- Documentation & Standards:Update or develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
- Project Support:Support engineering trials for new equipment material testing or product launches.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education
- Education: Currently enrolled in a Bachelors program for Plastics and Polymers Chemical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Industrial Engineering or related field.
- Standing:Junior or Senior level preferred
Work Experience
- No min required 1 year experience in manufacturing environment and understanding of good manufacturing practices. preferred
Preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of the basic principles of injection molding systematic molding mold design mold assembly and machine operations.
- Proficiency with PC and Microsoft Office
- Working knowledge of SPC and Minitab software.
- Strong attention to detail; Strong problem identification/analysis and solving skills with hands-on approach.
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment; Ability to interface with all personnel levels.
- Motivated self-starter with ability to work independently on multiple assignments in a team environment.
- Ability/courage to successfully communicate with any required parties.
- Able to always comply with the companys safety policy
Travel Requirements
Physical Requirements
Additional Requirements
- Must be able to build strong relationships with peers and direct labor employees.
- While performing the duties of this job on the production floor the employee regularly stands walks talks and hears.
- Noise level in the work environment while on the production floor is usually moderate to loud. Hearing protection is required.
- Must be self-motivated must have excellent people skills written and verbal communication problem solving coaching training relationship building managing resistance and project management skills.
- Must follow and comply with all Company and Plant policies procedure (SOIs) rules and State and Federal laws
West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion color national origin gender sex gender identity sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in orderto apply to West please send an email to . Where permitted by law an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening.
Required Experience:
Intern
About Company
West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of packaging components and delivery systems for injectable drugs and healthcare products.
