Manufacturing Technician I

TAKEDA PHARMACEUTICALS AMERICA, INC.; Social Circle (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a Manufacturing Technician I in Social Circle, GA. This role involves executing production processes, adhering to safety guidelines, and participating in quality improvement. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma or GED and relevant experience, with opportunities for professional development and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) with company match

Generous vacation time

Tuition reimbursement

Professional training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Typically requires high school diploma or GED plus 1+ years of experience or an associate's degree with no prior experience.
• Knowledge of basic laboratory and pharmaceutical production equipment.
• Ability to follow safety procedures in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute all processes in production while following cGMP guidelines.
• Prepare media and buffer solutions.
• Monitor and record critical process parameters.

Skills

Knowledge of cGMP manufacturing

Mathematical proficiency

Knowledge of basic chemical safety

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree in related field

Job description

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Skills

On the Global Manufacturing and Supply (GMS) team at Takeda, you’ll be part of a rapidly transforming industry that’s applying technology and data in new ways. Within our agile, innovative, people-centric organization, your work will matter every day as you use your skills to help us manufacture therapies for patients on our four platforms:

• Small Molecules
• Biologics
• Plasma
• Cell and Gene
  
  

Skills

On the Global Manufacturing and Supply (GMS) team at Takeda, you’ll be part of a rapidly transforming industry that’s applying technology and data in new ways. Within our agile, innovative, people-centric organization, your work will matter every day as you use your skills to help us manufacture therapies for patients on our four platforms:

• Small Molecules
• Biologics
• Plasma
• Cell and Gene
  
  

As part of the GMS team, you'll have the opportunity to pursue unique experiences and build new skills, and you'll know that the work you do every day makes an impact — on our patients, our people, our planet, and on yourself.

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Job ID R0152918 Date posted 06/02/2025 Location Social Circle, Georgia

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Job Description

About the role:

As the Manufacturing Tech I, you will execute all processes in production while strictly following cGMP, environmental health and safety guidelines and any other related regulations which could apply. You will participate in both departmental projects and any quality working teams which may be applicable. You will initiate new documents for procedures which are simple in nature and may also make minor revisions to existing documents. You will troubleshoot simple existing procedures. This role may demonstrate procedures as a part of a training session and may schedule department or process activities which could involve coworkers. You will report to Supervisor, Manufacturing.

The hours of this position are 6AM-6:30PM, 2-2-3 Rotational schedule; weekend and holiday work. Overtime may be required.

How You Will Contribute

• You will prepare media and buffer solutions and pperate Clean-in-Place (CIP) and Steam-in-Place systems.
• Assemble and operate filtration systems and operate general production equipment (such as pH and conductivity meters, autoclave, portable mixers).
• Monitor and record critical process parameters and complete all relevant paperwork following GDP/GMP guidelines.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of production equipment to maintain in GMP fashion.
• Perform sampling using aseptic techniques.
• Participate on Continuous Improvement Teams. Receive and distribute supplies into production areas.
• Mentor other team members.
• Revise and review important documentation.
• Help troubleshoot process problems and responding to alarms.
  
  

What you bring to Takeda

• Typically requires high school diploma or GED plus 1+ years of related experience or associates' degree or higher with no prior experience required.
• Knowledge of cGMP manufacturing.
• Knowledge of basic laboratory and pharmaceutical production equipment including: autoclaves, process tanks, incubators, analytical equipment and CIP/SIP systems.
• You must be proficient in multiple mathematical disciplines and be able to work with both the metric and USA standards of measurement.
• Knowledge of basic chemical and biological safety procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
  
  

What Takeda Can Offer You

• Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Financial Planning & Stability: 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan
• Health & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and health screenings
• Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days
• Community Outreach Programs and company match of charitable contributions
• Family Planning Support
• Professional training and development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
  
  

Important Considerations

• Must be able to carry up to 25 lbs., lift up to 50 lbs., and push/pull > 100 lbs. (with the assistance of material handling equipment).
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time over an entire 8 or 12-hour shift.
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs while wearing special gowning.
• May require bending, twisting, reaching overhead, and/or squatting motions to perform certain tasks.
• Must be able to work in controlled environments requiring special gowning. Will be required to follow gowning requirements and wear protective clothing over the head, face, hands, feet and body.
• Will work in a cold, wet environment.
• Must be able to work multiple shifts, including weekends. Must be able to work overtime as required.
• May be required to work in a confined area.
• Some Clean Room and cool/hot storage conditions.
• May require immunization before performing work within the manufacturing area.
• No make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish or artificial fingernails may be worn in the manufacturing environment.
• Will work in a cold, wet environment.
• Must be able to work multiple shifts, including weekends. Must be able to work overtime as required.
• May be required to work in a confined area.
• Some Clean Room and cool/hot storage conditions.
• May require immunization before performing work within the manufacturing area.
  
  

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 will inspire and empower 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.

#GMSGQ #ZR1

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 - GA - Social Circle - Hwy 278

U.S. Hourly Wage Range

$16.97 - $26.65

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 - GA - Social Circle - Hwy 278

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

No

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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