Takeda is hiring: Lead Manufacturing Technician- Night Shift in Round Lake Beach

Overview

Lead Manufacturing Technician role at Takeda.

Base pay range: $27.60/hr - $43.37/hr

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. You will participate in departmental projects and quality working teams. Under the supervision, this position is responsible for hands-on execution of all activities in the production area, including revisions to documents and, when applicable, rewriting complex procedures or initiating new procedures. The incumbent has enough applied technical knowledge to perform complex troubleshooting and may assist during the transfer of new technologies into manufacturing. The position requires technical and administrative competence to organize and lead production activities, demonstrating leadership in cGMP compliance and safety skills.

How you will contribute

• Lead training efforts and mentoring for manufacturing tech progression from level 1-3
• Conduct safety Gemba walks and provide coaching daily to ensure technicians follow proper ergonomic techniques
• Support all local manufacturing operations
• Demonstrate proficiency in electronic systems such as EBM, JDE, etc.
• Operate general production equipment (filling, inspection & packaging equipment)
• Ensure relevant paperwork follows 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 GMP standards
• Assemble and operate filtration systems
• Prepare components for Manufacturing to meet schedule and set up incoming shift for success
• Troubleshoot process and equipment problems to minimize downtime
• Coordinate with maintenance/metrology to ensure preventative maintenance is performed 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
• Skills with pharmaceutical production equipment including autoclave
• Ability to apply quantitative analysis to analyze process performance

Important Considerations

• Combination of sedentary work and walking around the facility
• Must be able to carry, lift, push or pull up to 30 lbs with assistance
• Stand and/or walk for extended periods over an 8- to 12-hour shift
• May require bending, twisting, reaching overhead, and/or squatting
• Repetitive motions with hands and wrists
• Vision requirements as applicable to inspection tasks
• Indoor working conditions with hearing protection in certain areas
• May work around moving equipment and machinery
• Gowning requirements and protective clothing in manufacturing environments
• May be required to work in confined spaces or controlled environments
• Exposure to chemicals and requirement for respiratory protection where applicable

More about us

Takeda is transforming patient care through novel specialty pharmaceuticals and patient support programs. We are a Global Top Employer with an inclusive, collaborative workplace.

EEO Statement: Takeda is committed to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to protected characteristics in accordance with applicable laws.

Job Details

• Locations: USA - IL - Round Lake - Drug Delivery
• Worker Type: Employee
• Worker Sub-Type: Regular
• Time Type: Full time
• Job Exempt: No