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Job Description

About the role:

The IG Inspection and Packaging department has responsibilities for the 100% visual inspection of empty vials and product filled vials as well as the final product labeling and packaging into serialized secondary packaging. As the department is responsible for the final visual inspection of the product before being sent to the patients, attention to detail and compliance to procedures is critical to ensure the manufacture of a sterile product for our patients.

Each shift will be comprised of approximately 35 manufacturing technicians that will have responsibilities on the inspection and packaging operations. In addition, partnership is required with quality, maintenance and engineering support resources. In the Supervisor Role, the incumbent will have the following responsibilities:

How you will contribute:

Lead a team of approximately 35 manufacturing technicians. Hold 1:1s with employees and create plans to support their career development. Perform all supervisory duties (hiring, onboarding, team building, absences, recognition, discipline). Ensure team is appropriately trained and develop plans for cross-training and development such that manufacturing goals can be obtained.
Coach the manufacturing lead(s) to provide seamless continuity during absences.
Supervise all activities (manufacturing operations, maintenance activities, and validation activities) in the IG Inspection and Packaging production area by spending >90% of shift on the shop floor. Accountable to ensure the team meets the daily goals (safety, quality, supply, value, and people). Properly communicate all issues and delays appropriately.
Throughout the shift, monitor the execution of production tasks to ensure all EHS guidelines and policies are followed, procedures (job aids/SOPs) are being compliantly adhered to, the production schedule is met and delays are minimized. Escalate to manager as needed.
Support the development of KPI’s (safety, quality, supply, value, and people) and continuous improvement for the IG Inspection and Packaging manufacturing area and capture relevant data to determine shifts or trends that require investigation.
Manage automation systems (EBM, DeltaV, PLC) at supervisor level, including launching EBM WOs, having understanding to amend or force tags or syncs, complete manufacturing review of alerts, fully understand equipment dashboard.

Develop strong relationships with support functions (quality, maintenance, engineering, PCS, EBM, Utility operations) to ensure support when required. Lead the coordination of all activities with EHS, engineering, validation, and maintenance to ensure proper communication, equipment turnover, support, and equipment return to service activities are completed and documented to meet the production and maintenance schedule.
Drive cross-functional decisions related to quality systems and yield efficiencies. Escalate as applicable for support.

Create a continuous improvement mindset on the shop floor. Constantly work with the team members to develop and communicate process improvement ideas. Lead / support the implementation of process improvement ideas (5S, materials, job aids, tools, etc.) to support the team.
Be proactive (work orders, equipment preparation, materials, communication, etc.) to ensure the team does not encounter avoidable roadblocks during the shift.
Create new or update existing job aids based on process improvements or corrective actions to events. Lead document update through manufacturing management and quality assurance approval and submittal to the document control system.
Represent the dept. in cross functional teams as necessary.
May perform other duties as assigned

What you bring to Takeda:

High School Diploma required; BS degree in a scientific or engineering discipline strongly preferred.
Minimum 5+ years of related experience with 2+ years in a supervisor role. Leadership experience in a regulated production environment is desirable.
Knowledge of aseptic manufacturing processes and equipment including but not limited to: 100% Visual Inspection, Vial Packaging Equipment.
Ability to lead a team in a fast paced manufacturing area and manage multiple priorities.
Must possess excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively communicate with cross-functional teams and management on recommended course of action with minimal assistance
Knowledge of cGMP manufacturing and in-depth process knowledge of related manufacturing techniques/specialties.
Must be able to apply quantitative analysis to analyze process performance.
Incumbent must be proficient in a variety of mathematical disciplines and be able to work with both the metric and USA standards of measurement.
Must be able to read English and follow detailed written instructions and have good verbal/written communication skills. Good procedural writing skills.
Knowledge of chemical and biological safety procedures.
Good computer skills, knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Must have demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills and be able to lead a work team effectively and efficiently in a team environment.
This position requires shift, weekend and holiday work. Overtime may be required at times.
The incumbent must work in a gowned environment wearing special garments. Additionally, personal protective equipment must be worn due to safety requirements.
May require immunization before performing work within the manufacturing area.
Demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills with ability to interface well with other departments, and lead effectively and efficiently in a team environment.
No make-up, jewelry, nail polish or artificial fingernails may be worn in the work environment.
May be working in a loud area that requires hearing protection and other protective equipment to be worn.
May work around chemicals such as alcohol that may require respiratory protection.

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:

General administrative tasks (desk, computer, filing, copying etc.).
Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 lbs.
Office environment.
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.
Will need to remove all make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish and/or artificial fingernails while in the manufacturing environment.
May work in a cold, hot or wet environment.
May work around chemicals such as alcohol, acids, buffers and Celite that may require respiratory protection.
Must be able to work overtime as required.
May require occasional off-shift support.

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.

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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 - GA - Social Circle - Hwy 278

U.S. Base Salary Range:

$84,000.00 - $132,000.00

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 - GA - Social Circle - Hwy 278

Worker Type Employee

Worker Sub-Type Regular

Time Type Full time

Job Exempt

Yes