Process Engineering Intern at WEST PHARMACEUTICAL SERVICES SINGAPORE PTE LTD

Loyalsock Township, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Process improvement, Lean, Six Sigma, Data analysis, Troubleshooting, Root cause analysis, SOP development, Injection molding, SPC, Minitab, Problem solving, Communication, Project management, Safety compliance, Technical documentation

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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. 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 Bachelor’s 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 company’s safety policy Travel Requirements None: No travel requiredPhysical Requirements Light-Exerting up to 20lbs/9kg of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force frequently constantly to move objects.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 order to apply to West, please send an email to Apply.Accommodation@westpharma.com. 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.

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Responsibilities

The intern will support manufacturing process optimization, equipment troubleshooting, and data analysis to improve operational performance. They will also assist in developing standard operating procedures and supporting engineering trials for new equipment.