Takeda Pharmaceutical Company-posted 7 months ago
$56,000 - $88,000/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Social Circle, GA
Chemical Manufacturing

The Production Engineer I is responsible for on-shift operational support of the Fractionation department in Covington, GA. The Production Engineer I focuses on rapidly resolving manufacturing problems and enabling manufacturing to meet production goals. As a member of the operations team, the Production Engineer I provides on shift technical knowledge and leadership.

  • Troubleshooting and providing timely resolution to technical issues in support of ramp-up and steady-state operations of a highly automated pharmaceutical manufacturing facility.
  • Scope of support will include: Plasma Fractionation processes, Process equipment (vessels, centrifuges, filter presses, robotics, COP washers, CIP skids), Distributed Control System (DeltaV) and Process Logic Controllers, Manufacturing Execution System (Siemens Simatic IT), Automation hardware, In Process Testing lab (pH, conductivity, titration), Safety and quality investigations.
  • Continuously improve manufacturing operations by reducing manufacturing events, user interventions, and batch record alerts.
  • Identifying and developing opportunities to reduce cycle time, error proof operations, and eliminate waste.
  • Performing operational assessments to ensure proper processes, procedures, tools, and training are in place.
  • Investigating and resolving issues assigned from the departmental issues log.
  • Supporting projects and Continuous Improvement efforts.
  • Actively supporting information sharing and learning between team members by leading Knowledge Transfer training with manufacturing staff.
  • Coaching manufacturing staff while partnering with them to resolve technical issues.
  • Developing troubleshooting guides for common problems.
  • Sharing process knowledge with colleagues across shift.
  • Assisting Manufacturing and Quality departments in CAPA investigations.
  • Interfacing with other departments to resolve issues related to equipment, processes, and compliance, including maintenance, metrology, and validation.
  • Completing relevant paperwork following GDP/GMP guidelines.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, discipline required.
  • Some related experience preferred.
  • Related work experience within a technical or GMP environment is preferred.
  • Knowledge of basic engineering principles in various engineering disciplines.
  • Ability to solve routine engineering problems with minimal assistance.
  • Ability to discuss normally encountered technical issues, both verbally and in written form.
  • Ability to work as a collaborative team member.
  • Self-driven individual that requires minimal supervision.
  • Initial training in concepts of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma quality techniques is preferred.
  • Medical, dental, vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan and company match
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Basic life insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Paid volunteer time off
  • Company holidays
  • Well-being benefits
  • Up to 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
  • Up to 120 hours of paid vacation for new hires
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