Manufacturing Project Manager

Takeda • Los Angeles, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Takeda’s Los Angeles facility specializes in fractionation and purification of human plasma to produce life-saving therapies. Over seven decades, the site has expanded and modernized to ensure a reliable supply of treatments for patients worldwide. To maintain this commitment, Takeda continuously executes projects that enhance manufacturing and auxiliary processes—both locally and across the global organization. As a Project Manager, you will provide business and technical leadership for projects of small to medium complexity. You will be accountable for overall project performance, including planning and execution, resource management, and financial oversight. Acting as a key liaison between senior management, stakeholders, and project teams, you will ensure alignment with strategic objectives and successful delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or a related technical field with a minimum of 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Prior experience working in a manufacturing environment within a pharmaceutical company strongly preferred.
• Project Management Expertise: Proficient in project management tools with a solid understanding of related disciplines; PMP certification preferred.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with GMP principles, FDA guidelines, and purchasing practices.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills; able to analyze and resolve complex challenges through innovative thinking and experience.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Ability to manage multiple teams and projects simultaneously, including initiatives outside your core area of expertise.
• Strategic & Financial Acumen: Demonstrated strategic leadership, sound financial judgment, and effective supervisory skills.
• Communication Excellence: Skilled in conveying information clearly and effectively through diverse communication methods.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed to oversee critical project activities.

Nice To Haves

• Project Management Expertise: Proficient in project management tools with a solid understanding of related disciplines; PMP certification preferred.
• Prior experience working in a manufacturing environment within a pharmaceutical company strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define and Drive Strategy: Provide clear direction on product development requirements to meet customer and stakeholder expectations.
• Lead Project Execution: Establish project strategies, set goals, assign tasks, and ensure timely achievement of objectives.
• Manage Scope and Resources: Oversee project scope, schedules, risk management, resource alignment, and financial analysis.
• Communicate Effectively: Deliver regular status updates to all levels of management and maintain transparency throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure Quality Deliverables: Develop and manage team outputs required for successful project completion, integrating change management for sustained operations post-launch.
• Provide Technical Expertise: Support all phases of the project—from product and process development through execution and transition into manufacturing.
• Resolve Challenges: Anticipate and address conflicts to achieve win-win outcomes and maintain project momentum.
• Oversee End-to-End Requirements: Manage engineering design, equipment evaluation and procurement, contractor selection, and coordination of all resources for seamless execution and handover to manufacturing.

Benefits

• 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
• Flexible Work Paths
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees