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Job Description

About the role:

As the Manufacturing Tech I, you will execute all processes in production while strictly following cGMP, environmental health and safety guidelines and any other related regulations which could apply. You will participate in both departmental projects and any quality working teams which may be applicable. You will initiate new documents for procedures which are simple in nature and may also make minor revisions to existing documents. You will troubleshoot simple existing procedures. This role may demonstrate procedures as a part of a training session and may schedule department or process activities which could involve coworkers. You will report to Supervisor, Manufacturing.

The hours of this position are 6AM-6:30PM, 2-2-3 Rotational schedule; weekend and holiday work. Overtime may be required.

How you will contribute:

• You will prepare media and buffer solutions and pperate Clean-in-Place (CIP) and Steam-in-Place systems.
• Assemble and operate filtration systems and operate general production equipment (such as pH and conductivity meters, autoclave, portable mixers).
• Monitor and record critical process parameters and complete all relevant paperwork following GDP/GMP guidelines.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of production equipment to maintain in GMP fashion.
• Perform sampling using aseptic techniques.
• Participate on Continuous Improvement Teams. Receive and distribute supplies into production areas.
• Mentor other team members.
• Revise and review important documentation.
• Help troubleshoot process problems and responding to alarms.

What you bring to Takeda

• Typically requires high school diploma or GED plus 1+ years of related experience or associates' degree or higher with no prior experience required.
• Knowledge of cGMP manufacturing.
• Knowledge of basic laboratory and pharmaceutical production equipment including: autoclaves, process tanks, incubators, analytical equipment and CIP/SIP systems.
• You must be proficient in multiple mathematical disciplines and be able to work with both the metric and USA standards of measurement.
• Knowledge of basic chemical and biological safety procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

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 

Important Considerations

• Must be able to carry up to 25 lbs., lift up to 50 lbs., and push/pull > 100 lbs. (with the assistance of material handling equipment).
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time over an entire 8 or 12-hour shift. • Must be able to climb ladders and stairs while wearing special gowning.
• May require bending, twisting, reaching overhead, and/or squatting motions to perform certain tasks.
• 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.
• Will work in a cold, wet environment. • Must be able to work multiple shifts, including weeke