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West Pharmaceutical Services

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Anonymous - Anonymous employee West Pharmaceutical Services Employee Review

2.0
Mar 29, 2018
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Co-workers kept me sane. 401k matching was decent. Good product. Building was nice. Gym on site was a perk. Philanthropic efforts were commendable.

Cons

New CEO has brought in new management with different philosophy. Seems to be less focus on employees and customers and only the bottom line. Many perks have been eliminated. there is a disconnect from what HR is preaching and what is actually going on in many departments. Too many micro managers.

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West Pharmaceutical Services Response
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Employee satisfaction is very important to us, and it is troubling to hear your perception of West. However, we thank you for your input, as it is important to hear feedback. We have had many changes. Since the arrival of Eric Green, our CEO, in 2015, we have actually increased the focus on our customers with a market-led approach, providing our customers with innovative solutions and scientific insight, working by their side to help improve patient health around the world. However, we have stayed steadfast in our commitment to create a work environment where employees feel they're valued, have meaningful work, are treated fairly and are respected. West is committed to the needs of our team members, and over the past several years we have implemented multiple benefit enhancements and, just recently, improved alternate work arrangements for our team members that enable greater flexibility in the workplace and help balance work and life. I am disappointed to hear that you’ve noted weak management, specifically micromanagement. As you know, we have a Leadership Model that emphasizes managing work in a way that empowers and builds organizational talent. We will continue to build competencies and training to help us improve in this area. I’d like to learn more about your experience at West. If you are open to discussion, please contact me at 610-594-2900. Annette Favorite, SVP & CHRO

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• Interview process was personal, thoughtful, and conversational — I always felt like a human being, not an application. • Leadership and Talent Acquisition were transparent and respectful throughout. • The people here genuinely care about the work and one another. • Many employees have been with West for 15, 20, even 30+ years, which speaks volumes about culture and stability. • Work is meaningful — West designs and manufactures drug containment and delivery systems that help medications reach patients safely. • Onboarding has been organized and welcoming, with support at every step.

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Systems and digital tools are in transition (which is normal for a growing organization).

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Pros

Great people at the individual contributor level 401k match is good (4% match + 3% NEC annually) ESPP with 15% discount, purchased quarterly

Cons

Difficult to progress your title and compensation Company seems to be shrinking their AZ presence Site management is misguided or missing, certainly not focused on employee retention Compensation is low Consistently losing great people and employees that eventually get fed up from working too much without a matching compensation

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