Teardown Manufacturing Technician II

Job Description

About the role:

As a Teardown Manufacturing Technician II you will execute all processes in production while strictly adhering to 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 which may be applicable. Under the general direction of the manufacturing lead operator and the overall direction of the supervisor, you will provide hands-on execution of all activities in the production including manual tasks and operation of automated equipment.

You will initiate minor revisions to existing documents, troubleshoot simple existing procedures, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

• Follow all safety rules, SOPs, cGMP, work rules and other company policies and initiatives.
• Support all local manufacturing operations.
• Complete relevant paperwork following GDP/GMP guidelines.
• Working in a team environment, perform hands-on execution of manual and automated manufacturing operations. Equipment includes but is not limited to:
  Centrifuges, Filter Presses, Ultrafiltration systems, CIP/COP, Nanofiltration Skids, Chromatography Columns and material handling devices. Manual activities include weighing and addition of chemicals, paste suspension, equipment cleaning, room cleaning, equipment assembly/disassembly, transfer panel connections, titrations and other activities.
• Receive and distribute supplies into the production area as necessary.
• Perform removal of hazardous waste per safety guidelines.
• Troubleshoot minor process problems and respond to process alarms.
• Communicate issues related to safety, quality, compliance and equipment to the manufacturing lead operator and supervisor.
• Participate in the training of team members on the manufacturing floor.
• Participate in the revision and review of pertinent documentation as appropriate.
• Participate in Safety and Continuous Improvement Teams.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED plus 1+ years of related experience or AA or higher with no prior experience required.
• General working knowledge of related manufacturing techniques and specialties.
• Basic Automation experience using DeltaV, Electronic Batch Management, PLC, etc.
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical production equipment including but not limited to centrifuges, filtration systems and CIP/SIP (Clean in Place/Steam in Place).
• Must have good communication skills in English (both verbal and written) and understanding of cGMP regulations in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to read and follow detailed written procedures.
• Proficient in a variety of mathematical disciplines and be able to work with both the metric and USA standards of measurement.
• Good interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment.
• Knowledge of basic chemical and biological safety procedures.
• Good computer skills.

• 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.
• May be required to work in a confined area.
• Some Clean Room and cool/hot storage conditions.
• 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.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 lbs. with a work partner.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time throughout the duration of an 8 or 12 hour shift.
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs while wearing special gowning.
• May require bending, twisting, reaching, and/or squatting motions to perform certain tasks.
• In general, the position requires a combination of sedentary work and walking around observing conditions in the facility.

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.

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