Maintenance Tech II

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co.; Round Lake (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. in Round Lake, IL is seeking a Maintenance Technician II to provide hands-on maintenance and troubleshooting for the Galaxy filling process and equipment throughout the Mix, Fill, and Finishing complexes.

Work with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality to keep production lines safe and efficient; perform PMs, repair mechanical/electrical/hydraulic systems, and document work orders using JDE CMMS. This role emphasizes safety, continuous improvement, and collaboration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 2+ years related experience, or associate degree or higher with 1+ year related work experience.
• 3+ years manufacturing systems experience preferred.
• Certifications in maintenance, instrumentation, electrical systems, or related discipline are a plus.
• Experience in FDA-regulated manufacturing environment preferred.
• Practical experience with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems required.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills; ability to work independently.
• Familiarity with PLCs or willingness to develop PLC knowledge.
• Experience using JDE or CMMS; proficient with Word and Excel.
• Strong verbal/written communication; teamwork and documentation practices.
• Ability to prioritize maintenance and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Commitment to safety, continuous learning, and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot equipment supporting the Galaxy filling process and Mix, Fill, and Finishing complexes.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to minimize downtime.
• Monitor lines during production; communicate issues to stakeholders.
• Review PM requirements; verify parts availability; complete PM on time.
• Build, rebuild, and repair machine assemblies for reliability.
• Initiate work orders and document breakdowns and repairs in CMMS.
• Review equipment trends to identify recurring problems and corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot robots; investigate issues affecting output and quality.
• Communicate issues and status per Stop and Fix guidelines.
• Coordinate maintenance work for Galaxy process; ensure documentation.
• Share knowledge and train junior technicians on equipment and safety.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Reading drawings

PLCs familiarity

CMMS documentation

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher

Tools

JDE/CMMS

Job description

Job Description

About the Role:

Build your technical expertise while helping maintain the equipment that supports reliable pharmaceutical manufacturing at Takeda. As a Maintenance Technician II at our Round Lake, Illinois site, you’ll provide hands‑on maintenance and troubleshooting support for the Galaxy filling process and equipment throughout the Mix, Fill, and Finishing complexes.

You’ll work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams to keep production lines operating safely and efficiently. From preventive maintenance and equipment repairs to troubleshooting complex mechanical and electrical issues, your work will help minimize downtime, improve equipment reliability, and support the delivery of quality products to patients.

This role is suited to a maintenance professional who can work independently, identify potential equipment issues before they affect production, and contribute to a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and technical knowledge-sharing.

Shift Details: 12‑hour shift from 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule

How You Will Contribute:

• Maintain and troubleshoot equipment supporting the Galaxy filling process and the Mix, Fill, and Finishing manufacturing complexes.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to resolve equipment failures and minimize production downtime.
• Monitor assigned manufacturing lines during production, communicate with Manufacturing personnel, and proactively identify issues that could affect equipment performance, product quality, or production schedules.
• Review preventive maintenance requirements, verify parts availability, and complete scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) activities on time.
• Build, rebuild, and repair machine assemblies and support equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
• Initiate work orders and document equipment breakdowns, alarms, repairs, and recurring issues using JD Edwards (JDE) computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) or other designated tracking methods.
• Review equipment trends and downtime information to identify recurring problems and support corrective actions that improve reliability.
• Troubleshoot robots operating in normal production modes and investigate issues affecting machine output and quality.
• Communicate equipment issues, work status, and potential production impacts to supervisors, Manufacturing, and management in accordance with site Stop and Fix guidelines.
• Assign or coordinate maintenance work related to the Galaxy process, as appropriate, and ensure associated documentation is complete and accurate.
• Share technical knowledge and help train less experienced technicians on equipment, preventive maintenance, safety, and 6S practices.
• Follow applicable corporate specifications, site procedures, GMP requirements, and safety standards; report unsafe conditions and practices and complete required training on time.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and lead technicians to resolve technical issues, elevate concerns when necessary, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

What You Bring to Takeda:

• A high school diploma or GED plus 2+ years of related experience, or an associate degree or higher plus 1+ year of related work experience, is required.
• 3 or more years of manufacturing systems experience is preferred.
• Technical certifications in maintenance, instrumentation, electrical systems, or a related discipline are a plus.
• Experience working in an FDA-regulated manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Practical experience with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems is required.
• The ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic drawings is required.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills, including the ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions, are required.
• Familiarity with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) or a willingness to develop knowledge of PLCs is required.
• Experience using JDE or a similar CMMS, along with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, is required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, teamwork, and accurate technical documentation practices are required.
• The ability to prioritize maintenance activities, recognize potential equipment issues, and elevate concerns appropriately is required.
• A commitment to safe work practices, continuous learning, and collaboration with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams is required.

Important Considerations:

At Takeda, our patients rely on us to deliver quality products. As a result, we follow strict requirements in our manufacturing facilities to protect product quality, employee safety, and regulatory compliance. In this role, you may:

• Overtime and shutdowns: Work overtime as required, including during plant shutdowns or when additional support is needed to maintain equipment reliability and production operations.
• Physical requirements: Stand and/or walk for extended periods during an 8–12‑hour shift, including walking between manufacturing, quality, and packaging rooms and throughout the facility. Tasks may require bending, twisting, reaching overhead, or squatting.
• Lifting and material handling: Lift and push/pull up to 100 pounds and carry up to 100 pounds with the assistance of material‑handling equipment and/or two‑person lifts, as specified in the source requirements.
• Manufacturing environment: Work indoors around moving equipment and machinery, in areas that may be cold, wet, or noisy. Hearing protection may be required.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE): Wear required safety equipment and protective clothing. Work in controlled environments may require special gowning covering the head, face, hands, feet, and body.
• Filling‑area requirements: Follow applicable cleanroom and gowning procedures, which may include restrictions on makeup, jewelry, nail polish, and artificial fingernails. Some areas may involve cleanrooms, confined spaces, or cool/hot storage conditions.
• Chemical exposure: Work around chemicals such as alcohol, acids, buffers, and Celite; respiratory protection may be required depending on the task and work area.
• Cephalosporin exposure: Certain product‑touch assignments may involve exposure to cephalosporins. The source JD identifies a non‑allergy requirement for applicable roles; confirm the applicable site medical and occupational‑health requirements before posting.
• Immunization: Immunization may be required before performing certain work within the manufacturing area.
• Travel: Travel may be required up to 5%.
• Safety and compliance: Follow all applicable site safety procedures, GMP requirements, work practices, and training requirements.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

More About Us:

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best‑in‑class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient‑focused company that inspires and empowers you to grow through life‑changing work.

Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

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Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

For Location:

USA - IL - Round Lake - Drug Delivery

U.S. Hourly Wage Range:

$19.81 - $31.10

The estimated hourly wage range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual hourly wage offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual hourly wage offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

EEO Statement

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Locations

USA - IL - Round Lake - Drug Delivery

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

No