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Job Description
About the role
Round Lake is a large volume pharmaceutical manufacturing facility responsible for filling life-saving plasma-derived therapeutics. Site operations include aseptic filling, inspection, labeling, and packaging. This key leader is responsible for the oversight of the Manufacturing Operations Team. This team supports day-to-day operations, site projects, and continuous improvement initiatives, and owns deviation investigations. The incumbent must enforce company rules and regulations and promote Takeda values. This individual is expected to coach and mentor employees to drive performance and must be able to prepare and present technical reports and trends. The role embeds plant culture, including Quality and Safety culture, and decision-making based on Patient, Trust, Reputation, and Business.
How you will contribute
Work with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance gaps are appropriately addressed and GMP regulations are followed
Ensure a safe work environment while continuously improving EHS within the department
Ensure projects and improvements are implemented within stated goals and timelines
Create and develop management tools and mechanisms for monitoring projects and key metrics
Review and provide input on team deliverables for project completion
Guide the Manufacturing Investigation Manager and team, providing technical support throughout all phases of investigations as needed
Lead the team in defining program strategies, developing goals, assigning project tasks, and ensuring all goals are met
Provide performance coaching and feedback to team members
Drive continuous improvement and right-first-time execution; champion a continuous improvement culture and lead implementation of tools such as Leader Standard Work, 5S, DMAIC, and others
Develop innovative solutions to complex manufacturing problems
Support the professional development and growth of team members
Drive performance by fostering a positive and equitable work environment that emphasizes respect, responsiveness, and results
Represent the company during regulatory inspections and provide information to auditors that demonstrates compliance with cGMPs
Perform other duties as assigned
What you bring to Takeda
Bachelor's degree, preferably in science, engineering, or a related technical field, with 7+ years of related experience including 2+ years in a management role
Demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to interface effectively with individuals at all levels
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a manufacturing setting and appropriately prioritize responsibilities for self and direct reports
Advanced knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices in complex manufacturing environments and the ability to mentor others; strong understanding of global cGMPs and applicable regulatory guidelines
Ability to manage tasks with a high level of precision and advise others on maintaining attention to detail
Strong team leadership skills with the ability to improve processes and coach team members
Well-developed problem-solving, project management, organizational, and administrative skills
Expertise in implementing continuous improvement strategies, including Lean, Six Sigma, and DMAIC
Ability to apply lean manufacturing principles in complex situations and coach others to improve efficiency
Experience leading quality initiatives in challenging manufacturing environments and driving strategic improvements
Effective communication skills across all organizational levels, with the ability to anticipate and address communication needs
Strong technical writing skills with the ability to guide others in improving documentation quality
Experience conducting audits in complex environments and recommending improvements
Ability to analyze and optimize manufacturing workflows and provide guidance on effective management practices
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Physical demands & working environment:
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 product quality is not compromised. In this role, you:
Perform a combination of sedentary work and active observation throughout the facility
Work in controlled environments requiring special gowning and protective clothing for head, face, hands, feet, and body
May not wear makeup, jewelry, nail polish, or artificial fingernails in manufacturing areas
May work in cold and/or wet environments
May work in clean room and cool or hot storage conditions
Must be able to work multiple shifts, including weekends, to support a 24/7 manufacturing operation
Must be able to work non-traditional hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed
Must be able to work overtime as required
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.
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Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary
We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.
For Location:
USA - IL - Round Lake - Drug Delivery
U.S. Base Salary Range:
$137,000.00 - $215,270.00
The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.?The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.
U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/ or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.
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 - IL - Round Lake - Drug Delivery
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
Job Exempt
Yes
