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Job Description

About the role:

As the Manufacturing Technician II, you will complete all processes in production while strictly following cGMP, environmental health and safety guidelines and any other related regulations which could apply. They are expected to participate in both departmental projects and any quality working teams which may be applicable. Under the general direction of the manufacturing lead operator and the direction of the supervisor, this position shall manage all activities in the production area. Activities include manual tasks and operation of automated equipment. They have technical and administrative competence to initiate minor revisions to existing documents, to troubleshoot simple existing procedures, and to contribute to continuous improvement programs. You will always promote Takeda's focus on Patient, Trust, Reputation, and Business.

How you will contribute:

• Follow all safety rules, SOPs, cGMP, work rules and other company policies and plans.
• Support all local manufacturing operations.
• Complete relevant paperwork following GDP/GMP guidelines.
• Work in a team environment, perform hands-on execution of manual and automated manufacturing operations. Equipment includes: Centrifuges, Filter Presses, Ultrafiltration systems, CIP/COP, Nanofiltration Skids, Chromatography Columns and material handling devices. Manual activities include weighing and addition of chemicals, paste suspension, equipment cleaning, room cleaning, equipment assembly/disassembly, transfer panel connections, titrations and other activities.
• Receive and distribute supplies into the production area.
• Perform removal of hazardous waste per safety guidelines.
• Troubleshoot minor process problems and respond to process alarms.
• Communicate issues related to safety, quality, compliance and equipment to the manufacturing lead operator and supervisor.
• Help train team members on the manufacturing floor.
• Participate in the revision and review of important documentation.
• Participate in Safety and Continuous Improvement Teams.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

What you bring to Takeda:

• High school diploma or GED plus 1+ years of related experience or AA or higher with no prior experience required.
• General working knowledge of related manufacturing techniques and specialties.
• Basic Automation experience using DeltaV, Electronic Batch Management, PLC.
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical production equipment including centrifuges, filtration systems and CIP/SIP (Clean in Place/Steam in Place).
• Understanding of cGMP regulations in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Will read and follow detailed written procedures.
• Proficient in multiple mathematical disciplines and be able to work with both the metric and USA standards of measurement.
• Work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of basic 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. In this role, you may:

• In general, the position requires a combination of sedentary work and walking around observing conditions in the facility.
• May wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and other clean room garments daily. This may include safety shoes, safety glasses, aprons, face shields, lab coats, full body gowns, hair nets and gloves and hearing protection.
• 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.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 lbs. with a work partner.
• Will stand for extended periods of time throughout the duration of an 8 or 12 hour shift.
• Will climb ladders and stairs while wearing special gowning.
• May require bending, twisting, reaching, and squatting motions to perform certain tasks.
• Will work in controlled environments requiring special gowning. Will follow gowning requirements and wear protective clothing over the head, face, hands, feet and body.
• No make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish or artificial fingernails may be worn in the manufacturing environment.
• Will work around chemicals such as alcohol, acids, buffers and filter aid that may require respiratory protection. Facial hair must be removed if required to wear respirator.
• May work in a cold, wet environment.
• Will work overtime, on any shift.
• May work in a confined area.
• Some Clean Room and cool/hot storage conditions.

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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