Manufacturing Technician V

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Job Description

You will report to Weekend Night (E) shift. This shift schedule isSaturday and Sunday10:00 PM to 10:00 AM, plus a third day during the week. This shift requires working on all company designated holidays.Due to business need, on select occasion employees may work overtime and support operations on an alternate shift.

About the role:

The Manufacturing Lead Operator executes processes in production while strictly following cGMP, environmental health and safety guidelines and any other related regulations which could apply. Under the direction of the supervisor, you will help establish daily shift priorities, and then communicate and delegate tasks to safely accomplish those priorities. You can apply their subject matter expertise and their understanding of the capabilities and performance of their team members to quickly assess important issues. You can escalate all relevant information and be prepared to recommend appropriate actions. You will report to the Manufacturing Supervisor.

How you will contribute:

• Complete relevant paperwork following GDP/GMP guidelines.
• Perform hands-on execution of manual and automated manufacturing operations.Equipment may include: Centrifuges, Filter Presses, Ultrafiltration,Tangential Flow Filtration and Nanofiltration systems, CIP/COP, Chromatography 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.
• Troubleshoot process problems and respond to process alarms.
• Be a primary manufacturing personnel to resolve and communicate issues related to safety, quality, compliance and process to the supervisor.
• Main interface with other departments including maintenance, metrology, engineering and validation.
• Assist supervisor in organizing, scheduling, and directing other team members.
• May act as a delegate to the supervisor in their absence.
• Participate in the training and mentoring of team members on the manufacturing floor.
• Write, revise, and review manufacturing related documents as appropriate.
• Participate in Safety and Continuous Improvement Teams and may serve in a leadership role.
• Initiate and/or coordinate other process improvement projects.
• Drive performance of team members by promoting a positive work environment emphasizing Patient, Trust, Reputation, and Business.
• Must have demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills and be able to lead a team effectively.
• Demonstrated record of exercising proper judgment with regards to Safety, Quality, Compliance, and Production decisions.
• In-depth process knowledge of related manufacturing techniques and specialties.
• Advanced automation experience using DeltaV, Electronic Batch Management, PLC, etc.
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical production equipment including but not limited to centrifuges, filtration systems and CIP/SIP (Clean in Place/Steam in Place).
• Must be proficient in a variety of mathematical disciplines and be able to work with both the metric and USA standards of measurement.
• Knowledge of basic chemical and biological safety procedures.

What you bring to Takeda:

• High school diploma or GED. 6+ years of experience or AA or higher with 4+ years related work experience.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time throughout the duration of an 8- or 12-hour shift.
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs while wearing special gowning.
• May require bending, twisting, reaching, and/or squatting motions to perform certain tasks.
• In general, the position requires a combination of sedentary work and walking around observing conditions in the facility
• Must be able to work in controlled environments requiring special gowning. Will be required to 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.
• Will work in a cold, wet environment.
• Must be able to work multiple shifts, including weekends.
• May be required to work in a confined area.

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 time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days
• Community Outreach Programs and company match of charitable contributions
• Family Planning Support
• Professional training and development 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.

Empowering our people to shine:

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.

Base Salary Range: $ 53,200 to $ 76,000. Employees may also be eligible for Short Term and Long-Term Incentive benefits. Employees are eligible to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Charitable Contribution Match, Holidays, Personal Days & Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement Program and Paid Volunteer Time Off.

The final salary offered for this position may take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, location, skills, education, and experience.

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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 - CA - Los Angeles

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time