Site Head, Round Lake

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Job Description

Takeda’s Round Lake site, located in the greater Chicago area, is a key part of our global Plasma Operating Unit. The manufacturing site specializes in the aseptic fill-finish of plasma-derived therapies, including Flexbumin, using our proprietary GALAXY manufacturing technology. With high-capacity filling lines operating around the clock, the site plays a vital role in delivering life-saving treatments to patients worldwide. Since its launch in 1983, Round Lake has continuously evolved through innovation, investment, and a strong commitment to quality, safety, and operational excellence.

About the role

As the Site Head at our Round Lake Manufacturing Site, you will lead a team focused on the aseptic fill-finish operations of plasma-derived therapies. You’ll oversee all manufacturing operations while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, directly impacting our ability to deliver high-quality products for global patients.

How you will contribute

• Provide overall leadership for the Round Lake site, overseeing 24/7 sterile fill-finish and downstream operations, including inspection, packaging, supply chain, engineering, and business functions.
• Ensure production aligns with Plasma Operating Unit goals, maintaining product quality and safety.
• Set strategic direction and lead the Site Leadership Team to deliver high-quality products on time, optimizing resources and managing budgets effectively.
• Drive operational excellence, continuous improvement, and sustainability initiatives to achieve world-class performance.
• Lead transformation and innovation, supporting the introduction of new products, processes, and technologies.
• Collaborate across Takeda’s global network to align strategies and resolve challenges.
• Develop talent and succession planning to strengthen future leadership at the site.
• Represent Takeda with external stakeholders, including regulators, partners, and the local community.
• Manage operations across diverse technologies and a complex supply chain, ensuring adaptability to changing environments and cultural factors.
• Navigate shared responsibilities within a Co-owned Campus, requiring effective situational leadership and management of contractual relationships.
• Oversee high-tech environments and collaborate with multiple cross-functional teams for seamless integration of processes and technologies.

What you bring to Takeda

• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering required; advanced degree (MBA or related field) preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including 10+ years in manufacturing leadership roles within GMP environments.
• Proven experience leading large-scale plant operations, ideally aseptic sterile fill-finish.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance, quality systems, and site management.
• Demonstrated success in change management, financial oversight, and operational excellence (Lean/Six Sigma preferred).
• Experience managing diverse teams in a matrixed, global organization.
• Ability to influence, communicate, and build strong partnerships across stakeholders.

Important Considerations

At Takeda, our patients rely on us to deliver safe, high-quality medicines, and we prioritize the health and safety of our employees. In this role, you may:

• Work in controlled manufacturing environments requiring special gowning and protective equipment.
• Follow strict safety and hygiene rules, which may include the removal of personal items (make-up, jewelry, nail polish, contact lenses, etc.) in production areas.
• Work in environments with varying temperatures, chemicals, or biological products requiring additional protection.
• Be available for multiple shifts, weekend work, or supplemental hours as needed to support 24/7 operations.
• Travel internationally up to 10%.

What Takeda can offer you

• Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Financial Planning & Stability: 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan
• Health & Wellness programs, including onsite flu shots and health screenings
• Generous paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and volunteering
• Community Outreach Programs and company match of charitable contributions
• Family Planning Support
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement

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 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 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.

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