Lead Manufacturing Technician (Nights)

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Job Description

About the Role :

The Lead Manufacturing Technician executes all processes in production while strictly following cGMP, environmental health and safety guidelines and any other related regulations which could apply. You will participate in both departmental projects and any quality working teams which may be applicable. Under the general direction of the supervisor, this position shall manage 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. You will have enough applied technical knowledge to perform complex trouble shooting tasks and may even assist during the transfer of new technologies into manufacturing. We ask that you have technical and administrative competence to organize and lead production activities, including demonstrating leadership in cGMP compliance, and environmental health and safety skills.

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 following 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.

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 promptly to minimize Manufacturing downtime

Coordinate with other groups such as maintenance / metrology to ensure preventative maintenance is done per plan.

What you bring to Takeda :

High school diploma or GED. 6+ years of experience or AA or higher with 4+ years related work experience.

Will speak, read, write, and follow detailed written and oral instructions in English.

Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and understanding of cGMP regulations.

Procedural writing skills, required.

Experience with pharmaceutical production equipment including autoclave.

Will apply quantitative analysis to analyze process performance.

You must be proficient in different mathematical disciplines and be able to work with both the metric and USA standards of measurement.

Highly effective interpersonal skills and be able to work in a team environment.

Knowledgeable of chemical and biological safety procedures.

Good computer skills.

Important Considerations

At Takeda, our patients rely on us to deliver quality products. As a result, we must follow strict rules in our manufacturing facilities to ensure we are not endangering the quality of the product. You may :

Work in a controlled environment requiring special gowning and wear protective clothing over the head, face, hands, feet and body. This may include additional hearing protection for loud areas.

Need to 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 alcohol, acids, buffers and Celite that may require respiratory protection.

Will work on multiple shifts, including weekends and holidays, to support a 24 / 7 manufacturing operation.

Will work a 12-hour shift (5 : 00pm – 5 : 30am), in a 2-2-3 rotation. This position is for "C" Shift.

Will work non-traditional work hours, including weekends and holidays and overtime.

May require immunization before performing work within the manufacturing area.

More about us :

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company to 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 in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

#GMSGQ #ZR1 #LI-MA1

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

For Location :

USA - IL - Round Lake - Drug Delivery

U.S. Hourly Wage Range :

$27.60 - $43.37

The estimated hourly wage range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual hourly wage offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and / or from which they will be performing the job. The actual hourly wage offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

EEO Statement

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.

Locations

USA - IL - Round Lake - Drug Delivery

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

No