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Job Description

About the role:

The Quality Control Scheduler will be responsible for developing and maintaining the Quality Control schedule for the analytical and microbiology laboratories. The candidate will be responsible for the Quality Control schedule including providing windows for non routine activities and coordinating training-related activities, as well as evaluating capacity analysis and continuous improvement opportunities.  The current work schedule for this position is day shift M-F (8 hrs).  The candidate will need to be flexible to support company holidays and shutdown scheduling coverage based on business needs. 

How you will contribute:

• Independently create and maintain schedules for Quality Control using system tools (i.e Smart QC) or identifying tools to use.

• Coordinate scheduling activities with support groups, includes but is not limited to, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Sciences, and/or External Sites.

• Single point of contact for Quality Control scheduling.

• Support coordination of training activities, vendor visits, and external visits  

• Develop tools to evaluate and improve testing turn around times

• Report standard vs. actual times to drive schedule optimization

• Revise existing or initiate new SOPs, Job aids, and Structured on the Job Training (SOJT) where needed.

• Containment of issues as they arise on shift and effective escalation of issues as needed.

• Manage reporting tools and metrics that support department and team goals.

• Develop/conduct training as necessary to support department needs.

• Contribute to a culture of safety first in compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS). Understand and follow Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) packets

What you bring to Takeda:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, or equivalent, with 2-5 years’ experience in leadership, managing schedules and/or coordinating activities, or Master’s Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, or equivalent with 2 years’ experience in leadership. Laboratory coursework, or experience working in a laboratory strongly preferred.

• Must have excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills; able to efficiently communicate with cross- functional teams and management on recommended course of action, with minimal assistance.

• Must have good interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively and efficiently in a team-based environment.

• Self-driven individual that requires minimal supervision

• Must have proficient computer skills and be experienced using MS Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).  MS Project experience is a plus.

• Ability to prioritize in a fast paced environment.

• Knowledge of Quality Control systems (i.e. Labware, MODA, JDE, Empower) is preferred.

• Knowledge of lean methodology and principles

• Must have a customer service approach to daily work.

• Must have demonstrated leadership skills.

• Must be able to read and follow detailed written instructions and have good verbal/written communication skills.

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