Manufacturing Implementation Project Engineer

Company: Takeda Pharmaceutical
Location: Dacula
Posted on: September 25, 2022

Job Description:

By clicking the "Apply" button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda's Privacy Notice and Terms of Use . I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge. Job Description As the Manufacturing Implementation Engineer, you will support the Albumin and Fractionation departments in Covington, GA. You will utilize engineering and project management skills to align processes and teams to resolve complex manufacturing problems, in addition to defining and developing a successful roadmap and prioritization for projects and initiatives executed from conception to implementation. You will focus on accelerating the timeline to achieve full production rate by accelerating improvement changes. You will report to the Manager, Manufacturing. About the role: How you will contribute:

• Establish, prioritize, and implement roadmap for manufacturing process improvements (CAPA's, projects, initiatives, etc.) from conception to implementation.
• Ensure alignment and prioritization for optimizations within Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and Process Control System (PCS) along with other support teams.
• Reduce manufacturing challenges through ownership of departmental issue and delay logs and the resulting improvement initiatives
• Discuss complex technical and project management issues, both verbally and in written form
• Support ramp-up and steady-state operations of two highly-automated pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities.
• Lead teams, influence, and work as a collaborative team member
• Scope of support will include: Plasma Fractionation and Albumin Purification processes, Manufacture Execution System (Siemens Simatic IT). Distributed Control System (DeltaV) and Process Logic Controllers. Process equipment (vessels, centrifuges, filter presses, UF/DF, robotics, COP washers, CIP skids). Automation hardware. In Process Testing lab (pH, conductivity, titration). and Safety and quality investigations
• Continuously improve manufacturing operations by: Reduce manufacturing events, user interventions, and batch record alerts. Identify opportunities and deliver projects to reduce cycle time, error proof operations, and eliminate waste, Performing operational assessments to ensure proper processes, procedures, tools, and training are in place. and Develop Manufacturing Unit (MU) initiatives and leading Continuous Improvement efforts
• Actively support information sharing and learning between team members by: Lead Knowledge Transfer training with manufacturing and engineering staff and coaching manufacturing staff while partnering with them to resolve technical issues
• Develop troubleshooting guides for common problems
• Sharing process knowledge with colleagues across-shift What you bring to Takeda:
  • B.S. degree in an engineering or scientific discipline (Chemical or Mechanical Engineering preferred)
  • 2+ years' of related work experience, preferably within a GMP environment
  • Ability to solve complex engineering problems
  • Training and demonstration of concepts of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma quality techniques is preferred
  • Able to work a flex schedule and take call to support manufacturing operations and project needs
  • Able to work in a clean room environment
  • Able to wear personal protective equipment (such as hard hats, safety shoes, safety glasses, ear plugs) because of safety requirements in specific areas
  • Ability to travel on an infrequent basis ( 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 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 may:
      • Work in a controlled environment requiring special gowning and wear protective clothing over the head, face, hands, feet and body. This may include additional hearing protection for loud areas.
      • Need to remove all make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish and/or artificial fingernails while in the manufacturing environment.
      • Work in a cold, wet environment.
      • Work multiple shifts, including weekends, or be asked to work supplemental hours, as necessary.
      • Work around chemicals such as alcohol, acids, buffers and Celite that may require respiratory protection. 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.This posting excludes Colorado applicants. 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

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