Plant Technologist - 24/7 Pharma Ops & Quality

Takeda; Ireland; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Electric vehicle charging points

Employee assistance program

Wellbeing and engagement initiatives

26 vacation days + service milestones

Job summary

Takeda in Grange Castle, Ireland, is seeking a Plant Technologist (Operator) for a shift-based role within 24-hour manufacturing operations. You will perform duties across processing, utilities, and warehouse, ensuring compliance with BMR/SOPs and contributing to continuous improvement.

3 years’ pharma experience and DCS/MES familiarity are preferred. Benefits include a competitive base salary, private medical insurance, and generous vacation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level qualific~ations or equivalent required.
• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing preferred.
• Hazardous chemicals handling experience advantageous.
• Experience with GMP/compliance is essential.
• Familiarity with process validation and change control helps.

Responsibilities

• Operate across areas (processing, utilities, warehouse) as directed.
• Follow BMR/SOPs and maintain clean, compliant facilities.
• Participate in process improvements and cross-functional change initiatives.
• Support new process introductions and process validation execution.
• Take samples and perform in-process testing when required.
• Carry out minor repairs/adjustments to plant equipment.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Planning & scheduling

Documentation

PC & systems skills

MES/Automation experience

Education

Leaving Certificate or equivalent

3rd level/technical qualification

Tools

MES

DCS

Job description

Takeda in Grange Castle, Ireland, is seeking a Plant Technologist (Operator) for a shift-based role within 24-hour manufacturing operations. You will perform duties across processing, utilities, and warehouse, ensuring compliance with BMR/SOPs and contributing to continuous improvement.

3 years’ pharma experience and DCS/MES familiarity are preferred. Benefits include a competitive base salary, private medical insurance, and generous vacation.