Takeda Pharmaceutical (US) is hiring: Lead Manufacturing Technician- Night Shift

The Lead Manufacturing Technician is responsible for executing all processes in production while strictly adhering to cGMP, environmental health and safety guidelines and any other related regulations which could apply.

Under the general direction of the supervisor, this position shall be responsible for the hands-on execution of all activities in the production area. In addition to making routine revisions to documents, you will rewrite complex procedures or initiate new procedures as applicable.

About the role:

This position works the night shift- 5:00pm-5:30am on a 2-2-3 rotating shift.

How you will contribute:

• Lead training efforts and mentoring for manufacturing tech progression from level 1-3
• Conduct safety Gemba’s and provide coaching daily to ensure technicians are adhering to proper ergonomic techniques.
• Support all local manufacturing operations.
• Demonstrate proficiency in electronic systems such as (EBM, JDE, etc.)
• Operate general production equipment (such as Filling, Inspection & Packaging equipment)
• Ensure relevant paperwork following GDP/GMP guidelines.
• Manually clean all portable equipment and small parts.
• Participate on Continuous Improvement Teams.
• Receive and distribute supplies into the production area as necessary.
• Monitor daily cleaning of the production area to maintain in GMP fashion.
• Assemble and operate filtration systems.
• Ensure all components necessary for Manufacturing are prepped and ready to meet schedule adherence in addition to setting up incoming shift for success
• Troubleshoot process & equipment problems in a timely manner to minimize Manufacturing downtime
• Coordinate with other groups such as maintenance/metrology to ensure preventative maintenance is done per plan
• May perform other duties as assigned.

What you bring to Takeda:

• High school diploma or GED. 6+ years of experience or AA or higher with 4+ years related work experience.
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and follow detailed written and oral instructions in English.
• Skilled with pharmaceutical production equipment including but not limited to autoclave.
• Must be able to apply quantitative analysis to analyze process performance.

Important Considerations

• In general, the position requires a combination of sedentary work and walking around observing conditions of the facility.
• Must be able to carry up to 30lbs, lift up to 30lbs, push/pull up to 30lbs (with assistance of material handling equipment).
• Must be able to stand and/or walk for an extended period over an 8-12 hour shift between rooms and across the site.
• May require bending, twisting, reaching overhead, and/or squatting motions to perform certain tasks.
• Repetitive motions with hands, wrists, turning head, bending at knees and waist.
• 20/20 near and distance vision (Applies to roles performing visual inspection only) with or without glasses and/or contacts.
• Indoor working conditions and exposure to loud noises that requires hearing protection.
• Will work around moving equipment and machinery.
• May be required to work in controlled environments requiring special safety gear or gowning; will be required to follow gowning requirements and wear protective clothing over the head, face, hands, feet, and body. No make-up, jewelry, nail polish, or artificial fingernails may be worn in the manufacturing environment.
• May be required to work in confined spaces/areas.
• Some Clean Room and/or cool/hot storage conditions. (Applies to roles in Filling Department only).
• May be exposed to and must not be allergic to cephalosporin. (Applies only to product touch roles - remove for all other roles).
• Work around chemicals such as alcohol, acids, buffers, and Celite that may require respiratory protection.

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.