Manager Compounding & Dimensioning (m/f/d) Requisition ID: 70621 Date: Jan 5, 2026 Location: Eschweiler, NW, DE Department: Engineering Description: At West, weu2019re 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, Westu2019s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future? Thereu2019s 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 the Global Equipment Compounding & Dimensioning Subject Matter Expert (SME) Leader, you will set the strategic direction and lead a team responsible for specifying, implementing, and improving equipment for weighing, mixing, and dimensioning processes in our global elastomer production facilities. You will cultivate a collaborative environment, align with cross-functional engineering teams, and drive our companyu2019s vision for innovation and standardization in equipment processes. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Inspire and lead the Global Compounding & Dimensioning Equipment SME team (up to 3 FTE) towards achieving organizational goals. Develop a high-performing team through mentoring and professional development. Lead engineering, management, plant operations and global team members while working with vendors to develop engineering specifications for new equipment or required improvements on existing. Shape and communicate a clear vision for advancing equipment processes, leading efforts to standardize and harmonize production equipment and associated documentation globally. Proactively map out and oversee team workload and project timelines to drive efficient execution of objectives, with a focus on resource optimization for new projects, corrective action/preventive action (CAPA) initiatives, and equipment development. Foster a culture of collaboration across various departments by working closely with Process Engineering and production teams. Facilitate the identification of innovative solutions to enhance existing systems and solve design challenges. Coordinate and/or execute all necessary GMP related validations and/or process engineering evaluations as needed for manufacturing equipment. Education and Experience Bacheloru2019s or Masteru2019s degree in Science or Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial preferred). Over 8 years of leadership experience in the pharmaceutical or manufacturing environments, specifically within equipment management and improvement. Proven track record of successful equipment project management, from specification to qualification. Demonstrated ability to manage projects in a dynamic environment with minimal direction. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong strategic thinking capabilities with the ability to drive innovation and embrace change. Track record of project management excellence and great ability to perform in dynamic, autonomous environments. Exceptional communication skills, both in client-facing scenarios and within internal teams. Outstanding leadership and organizational skills. Working experience with Microsoft office products, PowerBI, SolidWorks and/or other CAD systems. Travel Requirements 20%: Up to 52 business days per year 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.u202f