
Manufacturing Operations Student
Dublin, LeinsterOn the Global Manufacturing and Supply (GMS) team at Takeda, you’ll be part of a rapidly transforming industry that’s applying technology and data in new ways. Within our agile, innovative, people-centric organization, your work will matter every day as you use your skills to help us manufacture therapies for patients on our four platforms:
- Small Molecules
- Biologics
- Plasma
- Cell and Gene
As part of the GMS team, you'll have the opportunity to pursue unique experiences and build new skills, and you'll know that the work you do every day makes an impact — on our patients, our people, our planet, and on yourself.
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Job Description
Are you looking for a patient-oriented, innovative, driven company that inspires you and promotes your career? Then take your future in your hands and become part of Takeda as a
Manufacturing Operations Student
The Manufacturing Operations student has a very important role to play in Grange Castle’s commitment to quality and efficient manufacturing operations. Specific and varying duties will be given to the student in relation to their assignment, but some key tasks and responsibilities are outlined below. They must be capable of working as part of a very flexible team in a demanding, regulated environment. They are required to proactively contribute to the delivery of manufacturing targets within quality, safety and environmental requirements and on schedule. This role is based in the production facility and not in a laboratory environment.
How you will contribute:
- Carry out and monitor manufacturing operations using the relevant manual or electronic Batch Manufacturing Instruction and Record (BMR) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) or other Protocol.
- Actively participate in problem identification, problem solving and change initiatives in cooperation with other teams and services. Continuous improvement with a cross functional focus is a core activity.
Environmental, Health & Safety
- Actively foster, in cooperation with other TILGC staff, an ethos and culture of safety awareness where safety is accepted as an integral part of the overall business.
- Adhere fully to all safety policies, procedures and regulations.
Quality Systems and GMP
- Assist in the preparation of reports in relation to deviations and/or investigations, as required.
- Generate documentation associated with their activities as required by cGMP, Health and Safety and Environmental regulations or management systems.
Training
- Ensure that staff are well trained to safely and effectively carry out their roles. Develop training for relevant personnel with a particular focus on direct operational and technical support personnel.
- Lead/actively participate in all training and assessment activities in the manufacturing department.
- Preparation and delivery of training materials.
- Ensure timely completion of all SOP training and assessment tasks.
In this position you will report to the Manager, API Manufacturing Operations
What you bring to Takeda:
- Flexible, willing and positive attitude / mindset.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail.
- Basic documentation & PC skills.
Educational Requirements:
- Placement as part of ongoing 3rd level undergraduate education.
What Takeda can offer you:
- Flexible working arrangements
- 26 vacation days plus additional days for service milestones
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellbeing and engagement teams
- Development opportunities
- Coaching and mentoring
- Humanitarian volunteering leave options
- Subsidized canteen
- Electric charging points available at parking locations
More about us:
Takeda is focused on creating better health for people and a brighter future for the world. We aim to discover and deliver life-transforming treatments in our core therapeutic and business areas, including gastrointestinal and inflammation, rare diseases, plasma-derived therapies, oncology, neuroscience, and vaccines.
Takeda Ireland was established in 1997. Our story in Ireland is one of substantial growth, rapid change, and innovation. Over the past years, Takeda Ireland has invested over €55 million in Ireland to develop our manufacturing sites. Solidifying our commitment in our people and contributing to the local economy. Takeda in Ireland has commercial operations, corporate services, and manufacturing facilities across four locations: Baggot St, Bray, Citywest, and Grange Castle. We have been certified as Top Employer for several consecutive years.
How we will support you:
Takeda is proud of its commitment to create a diverse workforce and to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ethnicity, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are living with disabilities, chronic illness, or neurodiversity, please feel free to let us know so that we can provide you with appropriate support during the application process.
Locations
Grange Castle, IrelandWorker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type
Paid Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)Time Type
Full timeWorking at Takeda
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