Manufacturing Lead Job at TAKEDA PHARMACEUTICALS AMERICA, INC. in Social Circle

Job Description

About the Role:

As a Manufacturing Lead, you will execute all processes in production while strictly following cGMP, environmental health and safety guidelines and any other related regulations which could apply. You are expected to participate in both departmental projects and any quality working teams which may be applicable. Under the overall direction of the supervisor, this position shall manage the hands-on execution of all activities in the production area. In addition to being accountable and involved in all production processes, you will act as a delegate to the supervisor and may conduct departmental activities in their absence. You understand the regulations and may make recommendations according to their interpretations. You will be responsible for the successful transfer of new processes/methodologies into the manufacturing area.

How You Will Contribute

• Support all local manufacturing operations.
• Assist supervisor in organizing, scheduling and directing other team members.
• Conduct shift change meeting in lieu of shift supervisor.
• Troubleshoot process problems and respond to process alarms. Main troubleshooting/response person.
• Operate general production equipment for the designated area.
• Prepare media and buffer solutions.
• Interface with other departments to resolve issues related to equipment, process, and compliance, including maintenance, metrology, and validation.
• Complete relevant paperwork following GDP/GMP guidelines.
• Write, revise and review important documentation.
• Participate on Continuous Improvement Teams and may serve in a leadership role.
• Represent the department in teams.
• Initiate and coordinate other process improvement projects.
• Train other team members.
• Help with process/equipment validation and data analysis.
• Assign other project work and/or involvement in teams to team members.
• Perform removal of hazardous waste.

What You Bring To Takeda

• Requires high school diploma or GED plus 6+ years of experience or associates' degree or higher with 4+ years related work experience.

Important Considerations

Role: At Takeda, our patients rely on us to deliver quality products. In this role, you may:

• Work in a controlled environment requiring special gowning and protective clothing over the head, face, hands, feet and body, with additional hearing protection in loud areas as needed.
• Remove all make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish and artificial fingernails while in the manufacturing environment.
• Work in a cold, wet environment.
• Work multiple shifts, including weekends, or be asked to work supplemental hours.
• Work around chemicals such as alcohols, acids, buffers and Celite that may require respiratory protection.

More About Us

Takeda is transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, united by a commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future.

Compensation And Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is important. We are committed to equitable pay and strive for transparency with pay practices. For Location: USA - GA - Social Circle - Hwy 278.

• U.S. Hourly Wage Range: $27.60 - $43.37
• The actual wage offered depends on qualifications, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location. State/local minimum wage requirements apply.
• U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term incentives and benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time off, holidays, and well-being benefits.
• Paid time off: up to 80 hours sick per year; up to 120 hours paid vacation for new hires.

EEO Statement

Takeda is committed to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information, marital status, veteran status or other protected characteristics consistent with applicable law.

Locations

USA - GA - Social Circle - Hwy 278

Worker Type

• Employee

Worker Sub-Type

• Regular

Time Type

• Full time

Job Exempt

• No

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing