Manufacturing Tech II

Takeda•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$20 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

As a Manufacturing Tech II, you will complete production processes while following cGMP, environmental health and safety guidelines, and other applicable regulations. Under the general direction of the Manufacturing Lead Operator and overall direction of the Supervisor, you will execute production-area activities, including manual tasks and automated equipment operation. You will participate in departmental projects and applicable quality working teams, and promote Takeda’s focus on Patient, Trust, Reputation, and Business. The scheduled hours are Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The position is based in Los Angeles, California. Work takes place in a manufacturing facility and may involve controlled and clean-room environments, cold or wet conditions, cool or hot storage areas, loud areas, and confined spaces. Special gowning and protective clothing may be required. The role involves handling chemicals and hazardous waste, with respiratory protection potentially required. Physical activities include lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying up to 50 pounds with a work partner; standing for extended periods; climbing ladders and stairs; and bending, twisting, reaching, or squatting. The work combines sedentary tasks with walking around to observe facility conditions. This is a regular, full-time, non-exempt employee position. The posted U.S. hourly wage range is $19.57 to $30.78. The offered wage may depend on qualifications, relevant experience, skills, education, certifications or licenses, and location.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of related experience, or an associate degree or higher with no prior experience required.
General working knowledge of related manufacturing techniques and specialties, as well as computers.
Familiarity with pharmaceutical production equipment, including centrifuges, filtration systems, and CIP/SIP (Clean in Place/Steam in Place).
Knowledge of basic chemical and biological safety procedures.
Basic automation experience using DeltaV, Electronic Batch Management, PLC, or similar systems.
Proficiency in spoken and written English and understanding of cGMP regulations in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
Ability to read and follow detailed written procedures.
Proficiency in different mathematical disciplines and ability to work with metric and U.S. measurement standards.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds with a work partner; stand for extended periods during an 8- or 12-hour shift; climb ladders and stairs while wearing special gowning; and bend, twist, reach, or squat as needed.
Ability to work in controlled and clean-room environments, potentially with special gowning and protective clothing, and around chemicals that may require respiratory protection.

Responsibilities

Follow safety rules, SOPs, cGMP, work rules, and other company policies and programs.
Support local manufacturing operations.
Complete paperwork in accordance with GDP/GMP guidelines.
Perform manual and automated manufacturing operations as part of a team, including operation of centrifuges, filter presses, ultrafiltration systems, CIP/COP, nanofiltration skids, chromatography columns, and material-handling devices.
Perform manual activities such as weighing and adding chemicals, paste suspension, equipment and room cleaning, equipment assembly and disassembly, transfer-panel connections, and titrations.
Receive and distribute supplies in the production area.
Remove hazardous waste in accordance with safety guidelines.
Troubleshoot minor process problems and respond to process alarms.
Communicate safety, quality, compliance, and equipment issues to the Manufacturing Lead Operator and Supervisor.
Help train team members on the manufacturing floor.
Participate in revision and review of important documentation.
Participate in Safety and Continuous Improvement Teams.
Perform other duties as assigned.