Manufacturing Technician II

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. in Los Angeles is seeking a dedicated manufacturing team member to execute production processes in a highly regulated environment, following GMP, safety, and quality standards while ensuring reliable pharmaceutical output.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain documentation and support equipment and materials handling in a fast-paced setting. You will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, adhere to safety requirements, and participate

Qualifications

• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow detailed SOPs and GMP requirements.
• Proficient in reading and following procedures.
• Strong math skills with metric and US units.

Responsibilities

• Execute manufacturing processes per procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Adhere to safety standards and company policies.
• Accurately document production activities and paperwork.
• Support production operations by handling supplies.
• Manage hazardous waste according to safety rules.
• Troubleshoot issues from process alarms and minor problems.
• Communicate concerns to leadership about safety, quality, and equipment.
• Contribute to team development and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Manufacturing processes

DeltaV automation

GMP knowledge

Documentation

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher

Tools

DeltaV

Electronic batch management systems

PLC (programmable logic controllers)

Job description

Job Description

About the Role:

In this role, you will help support manufacturing operations by executing production processes in a highly regulated environment while following quality, safety, and compliance requirements. You will be part of a team that performs both manual and automated manufacturing activities and contributes to the reliable production of pharmaceutical products. Working under the guidance of manufacturing leadership, you will play a key role in maintaining operational excellence through adherence to established procedures and standards. Your work will contribute to product quality, workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement efforts. You will also collaborate with team members on departmental projects and quality initiatives while supporting a culture built on patient focus, trust, reputation, and business success.

How You Will Contribute:

• Execute manufacturing processes by performing manual and automated production activities in accordance with established procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Follow safety and compliance standards by adhering to safety rules, standard operating procedures, good manufacturing practices, and company policies.
• Complete production documentation by accurately recording and maintaining required paperwork in accordance with documentation and manufacturing guidelines.
• Support manufacturing operations by receiving, distributing, and managing supplies needed within the production area.
• Manage hazardous waste activities by removing and handling waste according to established safety requirements.
• Troubleshoot production issues by responding to process alarms and resolving minor process‑related problems when they arise.
• Communicate operational concerns by reporting safety, quality, compliance, and equipment issues to manufacturing leadership.
• Contribute to team development and improvement efforts by supporting training activities, participating in document reviews, and engaging in safety and continuous improvement teams.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED with at least 1 year of related experience, or an associate degree or higher with no prior experience required.
• General working knowledge of manufacturing techniques and related production processes.
• Basic automation experience using systems such as DeltaV, electronic batch management systems, or programmable logic controllers
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment, including centrifuges, filtration systems, and clean‑in‑place or steam‑in‑place systems.
• Ability to understand and follow detailed written procedures in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and understanding of current good manufacturing practice requirements.
• Proficiency with basic mathematics and the ability to work with both metric and U.S. measurement systems.
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork, computer, and basic chemical and biological safety knowledge.

Important Considerations:

At Takeda, our patients rely on us to deliver quality products. As a result, we must follow strict rules in our manufacturing facilities to ensure we are not endangering the quality of the product. In this role, you:

• Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 lbs. with a work partner.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time throughout the duration of an 8 or 12 hour shift.
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs while wearing special gowning.
• May require bending, twisting, reaching, and/or squatting motions to perform certain tasks.
• In general, the position requires a combination of sedentary work and walking around observing conditions in the facility.
• 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.
• No make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish or artificial fingernails may be worn in the manufacturing environment.
• Will work around chemicals such as alcohol, acids, buffers and filter aid that may require respiratory protection. Facial hair must be removed if required to wear respirator.
• May work in a cold, wet environment.
• Must be able to work overtime as required, on any shift.
• May be required to work in a confined area.

• Some Clean Room and cool/hot storage conditions.

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 - CA - Los Angeles

U.S. Hourly Wage Range:

$19.57 - $30.78

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 qualification 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.

For information about our benefits, please click here.

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 - CA - Los Angeles

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

No