• Job Description

  Req#: R0106796

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  Job Description

  Job Title: Manufacturing Associate I

  Location: Brooklyn Park, MN

  About the role:

  As a Manufacturing Associate I, you will perform daily manufacturing operations according to standard operating procedures (SOP's) in a cGMP environment. You will operate biologics production equipment (bioreactors, filtration units, chromatography systems and fixed/portable vessels), execute validation protocols and create or revise cGMP documents. You will report into the Supervisor, Manufacturing.

  The shift for this position is 5:45PM - 5:15AM on a 2-2-3 schedule.

  How you will contribute:

  • Assemble and operate biologics production equipment, such as bioreactors, filtration units, chromatography systems and fixed/portable vessels.

  • Perform basic trouble shooting and assist processing steps or manufacturing support activities by overseeing process parameters in batch record and control systems.

  • Document cGMP data for processing steps or equipment activities while following standard operating procedures documentation including batch records, work orders, and equipment logbooks.

  • Execute batch records and validation protocols with assistance

  • Author and review equipment use logs.

  • Perform inventory transactions in SAP and data entry into LIMS.

  • Complete assigned trainings within required timeline and participate in training activities.

  • Stock production and cleaning supplies and perform cleaning/sanitizing production rooms and equipment.

  • Other tasks as assigned.

  • Knowledge of non-manufacturing functions such as Quality Control, Regulatory, Quality Assurance or Materials Management

  What you bring to Takeda:

  • Bachelor's degree (scientific or engineering degree preferred); or

  • Associate's degree (scientific or engineering degree preferred) and 1 or more years of relevant experience; or

  • High school diploma or GED and 3 or more years of relevant experience.

  • General knowledge or experience with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP) would be ideal

  • Familiar or experience with cGMP within Biotech or Pharmaceutical operations is a preference but not required

  • Prior experience with lab equipment would be helpful

  • Knowledge of mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication) and rounding.

  • Can navigate in Microsoft Office within Word, Excel (can maintain complex spreadsheets) and Outlook. complete training using Web-based Training (WBT).

  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.

  • Required to stand/walk while operating manufacturing/computer equipment for several hours at a time daily.

  • Required to carry, lift, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds several times a day for 15-minute durations while handling production equipment and/or materials.

  • Required to climb (use of stepladders/stairs in production areas, or stairwells in work campus) several times a day for 15-minute durations.

  • Required to bend, kneel, or crawl several times a day for 15-minute durations.

  • Required to perform overhead reaching during handling of production materials/files/supplies several times a day for 15-minute durations.

  • Required movement of head/neck while using computer applications and handling of production equipment and materials several times a day for several hours at a time.

  • Required movement of twisting waist and repetitive use of arms and wrists while setting up equipment several times a day for several hours at a time.

  • On rare occasions, travel may be required to offsite meetings or training event.

  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.

  #GMSGQ #ZR1 #LI-MA1

  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

  Brooklyn Park, MN

  Worker Type

  Employee

  Worker Sub-Type

  Regular

  Time Type

  Full time

• About the company

  Hope and empathy. These two words are not often associated with pharmaceutical companies. But here at Takeda, our people are motivated to serve patients with integrity, respect, and empathy. Driven by our mission, we seek to bring hope of better health and a brighter future to those we impact. To do this, we focus on our chosen core therapeutic areas: Oncology Gastroenterology Neuroscience Develop life-saving vaccines No matter the region, business unit, function, or team, everyone at Takeda matters. Every one of our employees is a vital contributor to our bold, inspiring mission.

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