Requisition ID: 75215
Date: Jul 28, 2026
Location:
Waterford, IRL, IE
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Department: Laboratory
Description:
This is an onsite position requiring the team member to be onsite 5 days a week
No relocation is provided for this opportunity
Who We Are:
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.
What We Offer
Global Career Opportunities: With facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, employees have opportunities for international exposure and cross-functional collaboration.
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): Flexible vacation, personal, and holiday leave ensures employees can maintain a healthy work-life balance and recharge effectively.
Inclusive & Collaborative Culture: A global workforce that values diversity, equity, and inclusion—where all voices are heard and respected in a supportive environment.
Recognition & Rewards: Performance-based bonuses, service recognition, and employee appreciation initiatives celebrate dedication and impact.
Job Summary
In this role, you will perform all required testing in the chemistry lab for the YBB team. This includes finished goods, maintenance of lab equipment, participate in lab projects. Support other laboratory functions as needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Perform physical, chemical and particulate testing to support the plant functions including but not limited to product release and compendia testing.
Prepare and update control forms, SOIs, and general lab documentation.
Prepare trends and technical reports based on data with guidance from lab management.
Maintain cGMP and ISO compliance.
Support audit preparations and maintain an audit ready lab environment.
Participate in lab projects such as method transfers, verifications, validations and equipment qualifications.
Be willing and able to work as a team member to ensure continuous improvement relative to laboratory functions.
Participate (or assist) in identification, investigation (OOS’s) and resolution of problems in the chemistry lab.
Develop ability and competence with analytical techniques.
Act in accordance with the company’s guiding principles and adherence to the corporate code of conduct.
Compliance to all local site environmental, health and safety regulations and contribution to improvement of safety in the laboratory.
Compliance to all local site company policies, procedures and corporate policies.
Other duties as assigned.
Education
Degree in Chemistry or science related discipline.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Graduate or individual with minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role (chemistry / QC testing) within the pharmaceutical / medical devices / manufacturing industry.
Good knowledge and understanding of principles of analytical instrumentation and techniques and compendia testing an advantage
Experience in a cGMP environment.
Strong competence in IT.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
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.
Support and contribute to lean sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target
Travel Requirements
5%: Up to 13 business days per year
Physical 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 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 #LI-NJ1 #LI-Hybrid
Pay Transparency:
The annual base salary range for this position is €37,500.00 - €47,800.00. Total target compensation is determined using objective and gender-neutral criteria, including relevant experience, qualifications, skills, market benchmarks, geographic location, and the scope and responsibilities of the role.
This position may be eligible for variable compensation and other incentive programs in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans within the country of employment. In addition, team members are eligible to participate in the company’s benefits and total rewards programs applicable to their location and employment status.
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
[email protected]. 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.
