Manufacturing Technician I - Fractionation Days

Company: Takeda Pharmaceutical
Location: Mansfield
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

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Job Description
About the role:
Primary Duties

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. You will initiate new documents for procedures and make minor revisions to existing documents. You will troubleshoot existing procedures and may be asked to demonstrate procedures as a part of a training session and may schedule department or process activities which could involve coworkers. You will report to the Supervisor, Manufacturing.

The hours of this position are 6AM - 6:30PM on a 2-2-3 schedule. This position is on B shift

How you will contribute:

Responsibilities

Prepare media and buffer solutions.
Operate Clean-in-Place (CIP) and Steam-in-Place systems.
Assemble and operate filtration systems.
Operate general production equipment (such as pH and conductivity meters, autoclave, portable mixers).
Monitor and record important process parameters.
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:

Education and Experience Requirements

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

Other Job Requirements

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).
Can stand for extended periods of time over an entire 8 or 12-hour shift.
Can climb ladders and stairs while wearing special gowning.
May require bending, twisting, reaching overhead, and squatting motions to perform certain tasks.
May require immunization before performing work within the manufacturing 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

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. In this role, you may:

Work in a controlled environment requiring special gowning and wear protective clothing over the head, face, hands, feet and body. This may include additional hearing protection for loud areas.
Need to remove all make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish and/or 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, as necessary.
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 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.

This posting excludes Colorado applicants.

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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 - GA - Social Circle - Hwy 278

Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time

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