Associate Manager, Manufacturing Filling - Day Shift

Takeda • Round Lake, IL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Takeda’s Round Lake site, located in the greater Chicago area, is a key part of our global Plasma Operating Unit. The manufacturing site specializes in the aseptic fill-finish of plasma-derived therapies, including Flexbumin, using our proprietary GALAXY manufacturing technology. With high-capacity filling lines operating around the clock, the site plays a vital role in delivering life-saving treatments to patients worldwide. Since its launch in 1983, Round Lake has continuously evolved through innovation, investment, and a strong commitment to quality, safety, and operational excellence. As a Manufacturing Associate Manager, you will implement and supervise daily manufacturing activities to deliver production commitments on time—while maintaining strong alignment with cGMP, EHS, and applicable regulatory requirements. You will oversee operations within your scope including aseptic filling, initial inspection, pasteurization, and unloading, drive progress against site priorities, and role-model Takeda values and PTRB decision-making (Patient, Trust, Reputation, Business) through visible, values-based leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of relevant experience; some leadership experience preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple activities through others, with full supervision across cost, methods, and people.
• Familiarity with manufacturing areas including Filling, Initial Inspection, and Pasteurization.
• Ability to interpret and analyze statistical data and information, including financial reports.
• Ability to understand and resolve technical problems and partner with engineering/technical experts for timely issue resolution.
• Strong ability to multi-task and manage priorities in a manufacturing plant environment.
• Ability to perform investigations and communicate through well-written documentation.
• Knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma, GMP, and FDA-regulated manufacturing expectations.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills; ability to work and facilitate a team-oriented environment.
• Flexibility to supervise various groups and/or shifts as needed.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills; strong manager of self and production staff (including supervisors and operators).
• Ability to lift/push/pull/carry up to 35 lbs and perform prolonged walking throughout the plant to observe operations and conditions.
• Ability to work in controlled environments requiring special gowning and PPE (head/face/hands/feet/body coverage) and follow manufacturing-area restrictions (e.g., no make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish, or artificial fingernails).
• Ability to work in cold and/or wet environments; may be required to work in a confined area; exposure to clean room and cool/hot storage conditions.
• Ability to support a 24/7 operation, including a 2-2-3 shift model, and work multiple shifts/weekends/holidays as needed; additional time may be required for business needs (e.g., audits, training, slowdown support).
• Up to ~5% travel.
• This role is assigned to Day Shift (A/B – 5:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.) on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule. The rotation may include company-designated holidays, and occasional flexibility (additional hours or temporary support on another shift) may be needed. Shift schedule and/or work location may be adjusted as business needs evolve.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily manufacturing performance to meet production targets, deadlines, and commitment dates across your operational scope.
• Plan and allocate resources across Filling, Inspection, Pasteurization, and Unloading to maintain flow; manage production activities within the Inspection area to ensure manufacturing goals are met.
• Lead escalations and issue resolution by coordinating timely actions with support groups to minimize delays and protect the production schedule.
• Maintain compliance and inspection readiness by implementing and sustaining systems aligned with cGMP, EHS, FDA, and site requirements, and ensuring full adherence to established procedures for high-quality therapeutic product manufacturing.
• Champion continuous improvement by applying DMAIC and Lean/Six Sigma problem-solving tools to improve safety, quality, yield, and throughput, and leading initiatives that elevate site capabilities.
• Build team capability and performance through coaching/mentoring, equitable people leadership, and development practices such as Quality Conversations.
• Ensure training completion by assigning and verifying on-time training for the shift team (including cGMP, safety, and job skills).
• Drive disciplined execution by ensuring projects, action items, and deliverables are completed by their commitment dates.
• Own shift communication by being present at shift handovers and ensuring effective transition to the incoming shift.
• Lead tiered accountability routines by chairing Tier 1 meetings for the area and serving as backup for Tier 2 when needed.
• Support investigations and timelines by participating in QA and EHS incident investigations and ensuring teams meet investigation timelines and commitments.
• Represent the department in meetings, audits, and projects; lead and coordinate facilities GEMBA with partners (Facilities Engineering, QA, Maintenance, etc.) to maintain high standards.
• Support staffing by hiring manufacturing employees and participating in interviews for supporting functions as needed.
• Provide leadership coverage by partnering with managers and associate directors, adjusting schedules to provide backup support; may serve as a delegate for areas such as Final Inspection and Packaging.
• Lead larger-scope operational projects when assigned, including shutdown/startup and implementation of new facilities or processes.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level