Manufacturing Associate

Takeda; Cambridge, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Well-being benefits

Job summary

Takeda in USA, MA Alewife BIO OPS, is seeking a Manufacturing Associate to convert raw materials into finished goods. You will perform general production work, assemble components, process batches, operate machine tools, and package finished goods while ensuring quality and safety.

The role emphasizes adherence to GMP, continuous improvement, and collaboration across departments to achieve production goals.

Qualifications

• Adheres to GMP independently in routine and moderately complex situations.
• Uses Product And Manufacturing Information to improve quality and efficiency.
• Implements Continuous Improvement Process strategies to optimize workflows.
• Conducts Quality Control assessments to ensure standards.
• Troubleshoots production issues to minimize downtime and maintain flow.
• Collaborates across departments to meet production goals.
• Maintains and troubleshoots equipment for efficiency and safety.
• Plans and executes production schedules to meet targets.
• Adheres to safety protocols to maintain a secure workplace.
• Applies lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste.
• Pays close attention to details for high-quality outputs.
• Communicates effectively across teams to enable smooth operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform general production manufacturing work.
• Assemble finished components into products.
• Process manufacturing batches of bulk materials.
• Set up and operate machine tools for parts and sub-assemblies.
• Conduct surface finishing of parts and assemblies.
• Package materials or finished goods for protection and handling.

Skills

GMP compliance

Quality control

Continuous improvement

Troubleshooting

Lean manufacturing

Safety procedures

Cross-functional collaboration

Production scheduling

Equipment maintenance

Attention to detail

Process optimization

Quality documentation

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Description

About the role: The Manufacturing Associate role is focused on converting raw materials and components into finished goods. This includes general production work, assembling components, processing batches of materials, operating machine tools, and packaging finished goods. You will support Takeda's mission by ensuring efficient and high-quality production processes.

How you will contribute

• Perform general production manufacturing work
• Assemble finished components or parts into finished products
• Process manufacturing batches of bulk materials/ingredients
• Set up and operate machine tools to convert materials into parts, sub-assemblies, and assemblies
• Conduct surface finishing of parts, components, and assembled items
• Package materials or finished goods into containers for protection, display, and handling

Skills and qualifications

• Applies Good Manufacturing Practices independently in routine and moderately complex situations with minimal guidance.
• Utilizes Product And Manufacturing Information effectively to enhance production quality and efficiency.
• Implements Continuous Improvement Process strategies to optimize production workflows.
• Conducts Quality Control assessments independently, ensuring products meet strict standards.
• Troubleshoots production issues effectively, minimizing downtime and maintaining workflow continuity.
• Collaborates with teams across departments to achieve production goals and improve processes.
• Maintains and troubleshoots equipment to ensure operational efficiency and safety.
• Plans and executes production schedules to meet targets and optimize resource use.
• Manages safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment for all staff.
• Applies lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and increase production efficiency.
• Pays close attention to details, ensuring high-quality production outputs.
• Communicates effectively with team members and across departments to facilitate smooth operations.

At this level you will utilize and expand your working knowledge and skills. This role requires broadened technical abilities to perform a diverse set of activities, working within established procedures under general supervision. A high school diploma and some relevant working experience, along with any necessary certifications, will prepare you for this role. You will be responsible for evaluating and selecting solutions, with errors potentially causing moderate impact but being correctable. Your interactions will extend beyond your department, contributing to a collaborative work environment.

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.

Location

USA - MA - Alewife - BIO OPS

U.S. Hourly Wage Range

$20.77 - $32.63

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.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

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 - MA - Alewife - BIO OPS

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt No

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