Quality Associate I - QA Ops (Second Shift)
Round Lake Beach, IllinoisAt Takeda, Quality has always been a priority for us, throughout our long history. Today, what we do in Global Quality touches every part of our diverse organization. It’s reflected in our end-to-end Quality Management System that encompasses R&D, Manufacturing & Distribution, Commercial, Vaccines and our BioLife Plasma collection network. When you’re a part of our team, you’ll do meaningful work that makes an impact on the lives of patients. Learn more about us and explore the opportunities to build a remarkable career.
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Job Description
About the role:
The primary responsibility is working on Materials release and approval of completed documentation for batch folders following GMP/GDP. You will be accountable for Quality oversight on the floor and responsible for trending of observations from floor to improve them. You will be accountable for manufacture support activities on the floor, revising SOPs and forms, and developing training. This position is a second shift role Monday - Friday from 4:00 PM - Midnight.
How you will contribute:
- Responsible for raw material and bulk container receipts, release, and investigation if any issues found. Follow-up with appropriate Takeda facilities for documentation correction in.
- Manufacturing support activities including batch record documentation, issuance of Batch record, approval of OSI PI Reports, scanner card delivery of test and stability samples, label copy control and issuance, raw material release, in-process work order release, and retain sample management.
- Responsible for oversight of quality line operations concerning product quality and conformance to regulations and Takeda quality procedures.
- Quality Approval of labeling artwork and specifications for packaging material using appropriate artwork management software.
- Identify and assess quality risk in production operations daily. TIQ/QOTSF review of checklists and trending of observations for monthly quality council. Responsible for TIQ/QOTSF program management.
- Develop training materials and procedures and participation on cross-functional teams to implement process improvements. Be a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and provide training to employees needed on relevant areas.
- Demonstrate effectiveness in task completion and empowerment of others, deviation/nonconformance management, training, and problem solving
- Complete interfacility impact assessments for product/process changes.
- Manage root cause investigations, close deviations, assignment of proper corrective actions, and facilitate implementation for Manufacturing under the direction of Compliance Management.
- Participate in internal and external regulatory audits as a SME for Quality operations and present to auditor.
What you bring to Takeda:
- Typically requires, bachelors' degree in science, engineering, or other related technical field. Some related experience.
- Knowledge of the local and international regulatory environment and regulations for manufacture of biological products.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Acts as a change agent to sufficiently motivate team members to achieve team goals.
- You must not be allergic to Cephalosporin drugs.
- Ability to walk 1-3 miles and lift 10 lbs. during a workday is required.
- Indoor working conditions
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:
- 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.
More about us:
At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and the best 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.
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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 DeliveryU.S. Base Salary Range:
$56,000.00 - $88,000.00The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary 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 base salary 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 and/or long-termincentives. 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.
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