Manufacturing Technician I - Nights

USA - 3390 Baxalta U.S., Inc.; Social Circle (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda is seeking a Manufacturing Tech I to convert materials into finished goods. You will follow cGMP, safety rules, and produce items across multiple processes. You’ll set up equipment, perform basic calibrations, and assist with training sessions for coworkers.

You will work on a 6:00 PM–6:30 AM 2-2-3 rotation, wear PPE, and support continuous improvement in a regulated biotech setting. This is a hands-on, team-focused manufacturing position at our GA site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus 1+ years of related experience or higher education with no experience required.
• Knowledge of cGMP manufacturing and basic lab practices.
• Familiar with autoclaves, process tanks, incubators and CIP/SIP systems.
• Proficient with metric and US measurements and basic safety procedures.
• Experience with Word and Excel is preferred; immunization may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general production manufacturing work in a controlled environment.
• Assemble finished components into products and process manufacturing batches.
• Set up and operate machine tools for parts and sub-assemblies.
• Conduct surface finishing and packaging of materials or goods.
• Collaborate with team to achieve production goals and support training.
• Follow cGMP and EH&S guidelines and participate in quality teams.

Skills

cGMP knowledge

Measurement systems

Safety procedures

Microsoft Word/Excel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher

Tools

Autoclaves

Process tanks

Incubators

Analytical equipment

CIP/SIP systems

Job description

Job Description

About the role: As the Manufacturing Tech I, you will focus on converting raw materials and components into finished goods through various production processes. You will implement 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. 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. You will 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 6:00PM - 6:30AM, 2-2-3 Rotational schedule.

How you will contribute

• Perform general production manufacturing work
• Assemble finished components or parts into finished products
• Process manufacturing batches of bulk materials/ingredients, including mechanical and chemical processing
• 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
• Collaborate with team members to achieve production goals

What you bring to Takeda

• Requires high school diploma or GED plus 1+ years of related experience or associate 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.
• May require immunization before performing work within the manufacturing area.

Important Considerations

• Will wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and other clean room garments daily.
• This may include safety shoes, safety glasses, aprons, face shields, lab coats, full body gowns, hair nets and gloves and hearing protection.
• Need to remove all make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish and artificial fingernails while in the manufacturing environment.
• Work in a cold, wet environment.
• Some Clean Room and cool/hot storage conditions.
• Work multiple shifts, including weekends, or be asked to work supplemental hours.
• Work around chemicals such as alcohol, acids, buffers and Celite that may require respiratory protection.
• Will require bending, twisting, reaching overhead, and squatting motions to perform certain tasks.
• Will carry up to 25 lbs., lift up to 50 lbs., and push/pull > 100 lbs. (with the assistance of material handling equipment).
• Will stand for extended periods of time over an entire 8 or 12-hour shift.
• Will climb ladders and stairs while wearing special gowning.
• Will work overtime.
• May work in a confined 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 #LI-Onsite

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

Hourly Wage Range: $16.92 - $26.60

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.

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

Takeda is an industry-leading, global pharmaceutical company with an unwavering dedication to putting patients at the center of everything we do. We live our values of Takeda-ism – Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance – and are united by our mission to stride towards Better Health and a Brighter Future for people worldwide through leading innovation in medicine. Here, everyone matters and you will be a vital contributor to our inspiring, bold mission. At Takeda, you will make an impact on people’s lives – including your own. Takeda is an equal opportunity employer.