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Job Description
Are you looking for a patient-focused, innovation-driven company that will inspire you and empower you to shine? Join us as a Manufacturing Associate in our Lexington, MA office.
At Takeda, we are transforming the pharmaceutical industry through our R&D-driven market leadership and being a values-led company. To do this, we empower our people to realize their potential through life-changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, we offer stimulating careers, encourage innovation, and strive for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our global teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.
Here, you will be a vital contributor to our inspiring, bold mission.
With general supervision the individual will perform routine and critical manufacturing operations, including but not limited to work functions in Cell Culture, Purification, Solution & Equipment Prep areas. Operates production equipment according to SOPs for the production of clinical and/or commercial products.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
This individual will carry out cGMP manufacturing operations utilizing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Batch Records and Form Preps. Primary responsibilities include the following
Troubleshoot and resolve basic process related issues
recognize and escalate deviation
Execution of critical and routine activities in support of production
Perform Batch Record, Log Book and Form Prep requests
Enter data in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) , MODA and or other business functions
Review GMP documentation
Sample preparation and testing
Identify changes needed to documentation
Participate in tiered visual management system and support CI initiatives
Complete required training on time
This individual will manage equipment and support facility related projects by
Initiating work orders
Assembly and disassembly of process equipment
Perform scheduled cleaning of equipment
Perform standardization of equipment
Support change over activities
Execution of equipment and process qualifications as well as validation
Staff Technical Training and Development
Maintain training requirements
Develop and maintain personal development plan
Provide annual performance self-assessment on development plan
EDUCATION, BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:
Normally requires a high school diploma and 2-4 years related industry experience or an Associate’s Degree in Life Sciences/Engineering field with 1 year of GMP Manufacturing experience.
Biotech Certificate preferred
Significant understanding of general aspects of the job with a broad understanding of the detailed aspects of the job.
May be required to perform as a subject matter expert for equipment and/or systems
The individual is proficient at following written instruction in the form of Batch Records, Form Preps, Technical Protocols and Procedures.
Possess excellent communication and troubleshooting skills.
Full awareness of current Good Manufacturing Practices.
Proficient computer skills.
Will work holidays and overtime as required.
May be required to adjust work schedule to meet production demands.
Proficient in Aseptic Technique
Ability to work cohesively in a team environment
Ability to wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses/goggles, gloves and safety shoes.
Ability to gown and gain entry to biotechnology/pharmaceutical manufacturing areas.
Ability to lift, pull or push equipment requiring up to 25-50 lbs. of force.
Ability to stand for 6 hours in a production suite.
Ability to climb ladders and work platforms.
Stooping or bending to check or trouble-shoot equipment operations.
Ability to work around chemicals (alcohols, acids & bases).
WHAT TAKEDA CAN OFFER YOU:
401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan
Tuition reimbursement Company match of charitable contributions
Health & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and health screenings
Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days