Manufacturing Technician II

Takeda•Social Circle, GA

19h•$19 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

As a Manufacturing Technician II at Takeda, you will produce high-quality pharmaceutical products by operating and supporting manufacturing equipment and processes in a regulated environment. You will execute production activities, troubleshoot process issues, and maintain compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), environmental health and safety requirements, and applicable procedures. The role involves greater ownership of day-to-day manufacturing activities, helping resolve equipment and process challenges, and supporting continuous improvement. You will also share technical knowledge, mentor colleagues, and help ensure production is completed safely, accurately, and efficiently. The schedule is 6:00 AM–6:30 PM on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule. Weekend, holiday, or supplemental hours may be required based on manufacturing needs. The role is based at Takeda’s Social Circle, Georgia location and is performed in controlled manufacturing environments, including cleanrooms and areas that may be cold, wet, or hot.

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED plus 2 or more years of related experience, or an associate degree or higher plus 1 or more year of related work experience.
Working knowledge of cGMP manufacturing practices, approved procedures, and accurate documentation.
Ability to troubleshoot manufacturing processes, respond to equipment alarms, and resolve moderately complex issues with appropriate independence.
Knowledge of basic chemical and biological safety practices.
Strong computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including accurate documentation of manufacturing activities and communication of technical issues.
Ability to work effectively with a team, share technical knowledge, and support training of other employees.
Ability to prioritize work, exercise sound judgment, and recognize when an issue requires escalation.
Commitment to continuous improvement, safe work practices, and maintaining product quality.
Ability to meet the physical demands described, including extended standing, bending, twisting, overhead reaching, squatting, climbing ladders and stairs, and working in confined areas when necessary.
Ability to carry up to 25 pounds, lift up to 50 pounds, and push or pull more than 100 pounds with material-handling equipment.
Ability to work in required gowning and PPE and follow applicable manufacturing-area personal appearance restrictions.
Follow site safety procedures, GMP requirements, and applicable training and documentation requirements; immunization may be required for certain manufacturing work.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating pharmaceutical or laboratory production equipment, such as autoclaves, process tanks, incubators, analytical equipment, CIP/SIP systems, or COP washers.

Responsibilities

Operate and support manufacturing equipment and processes, including Clean-in-Place (CIP) and Steam-in-Place (SIP) systems, autoclaves, COP washers, and other production equipment.
Assemble, prepare, and handle production components, including valve assemblies and filter carts, in accordance with approved procedures.
Execute manufacturing activities and document production operations using Electronic Batch Management (EBM) and other applicable systems.
Perform routine cleaning of production rooms and equipment to maintain required GMP conditions.
Conduct sampling using appropriate aseptic techniques and follow established procedures to protect product quality.
Troubleshoot process issues, respond to equipment alarms, identify potential causes, and help implement timely resolutions.
Review, revise, and maintain manufacturing procedures and documentation, including routine updates and more complex revisions within the scope of the role.
Support the introduction or transfer of new technologies into manufacturing by applying technical knowledge and following established procedures.
Participate in continuous improvement teams to improve process consistency, operational efficiency, safety, and quality.
Train and mentor team members, demonstrate proper procedures, and share technical knowledge to strengthen team capabilities.
Coordinate production activities as needed, helping ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with production priorities.
Follow applicable cGMP, GDP, environmental health and safety requirements, and site procedures; complete required training and documentation on time.
Perform other duties as assigned.