AI-Driven Manufacturing Investigation Lead

Scorpion Therapeutics; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda seeks a seasoned professional to lead and resolve complex manufacturing investigations across commercial products. You will manage cross-functional task forces, design data-driven problem solving, and champion AI/digital tooling to modernize processes and drive operational excellence.

Requirements include 7–10 years in manufacturing/troubleshooting, GMP knowledge, and advanced data analytics. On-site support with travel and strong project management are expected.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years manufacturing/troubleshooting experience.
• Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt (or equivalent).
• GMP and regulatory compliance knowledge (FDA, EMA, ICH, etc.).
• Root cause analysis tools (e.g., Fishbone Diagram, 5 Whys).
• Statistical tools (e.g., Minitab, JMP).
• Data analytics experience (valuable).
• Project management experience.
• Visualization proficiency (e.g., Miro, dashboards, PowerPoint).
• English proficiency (written and oral).
• Experience with AI technologies for transformation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and resolve complex manufacturing investigations across all commercial products.
• Lead and manage task forces to address critical situations effectively.
• Develop and implement problem-solving methodologies.
• Champion the integration of AI and digital tools into manufacturing troubleshooting and decision-making.
• Lead digital transformation initiatives to modernize investigation processes and operational excellence frameworks.

Skills

Manufacturing troubleshooting

Lean Six Sigma (Green/Black)

GMP/regulatory knowledge

Root-cause analysis

Statistical tools (Minitab/JMP)

Data analytics

Project management

Visualization (Miro, dashboards)

English proficiency

AI transformation experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Science/Engineering/Manufacturing

MS/PhD preferred

Tools

Minitab

JMP

Fishbone Diagram

Job description

Takeda seeks a seasoned professional to lead and resolve complex manufacturing investigations across commercial products. You will manage cross-functional task forces, design data-driven problem solving, and champion AI/digital tooling to modernize processes and drive operational excellence.

Requirements include 7–10 years in manufacturing/troubleshooting, GMP knowledge, and advanced data analytics. On-site support with travel and strong project management are expected.