Packaging Specialist

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As a Packaging Specialist you will maintain and troubleshoot packaging equipment. You will ensure safe and efficient hands-on maintenance of manufacturing and utilities systems including but not limited to Conveyor belts Sensors Label printers pumps and motors. You will adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) cGMPs and Quality Standards in a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing facility are mandatory.

• Inspects repairs and maintains facility structures and equipment as directed by immediate supervisor and/or as assigned through work orders.
• Support the manufacturing floor by aiding in setting up for batches.
• Operate set-up and perform change overs for packaging equipment
• Complete relevant paperwork and electronic system prompts/tasks following GDP/GMP guidelines.
• Manually clean all portable equipment and small parts assemble and operate packaging equipment
• Demonstrate proficiency in electronic systems such as (EBM JDE etc.)
• Applies auditing principles in routine situations with minimal supervision
• Operates and maintains packaging equipment independently in routine and moderately complex situations with minimal guidance needed
• Profound understanding of technical processes within packaging
• Troubleshoots advanced issues with packaging equipment applying basic problem-solving skills
• Guides others through complex problem-solving processes and recommending improvements.
• All work must be completed in accordance with cGMPs SOPs job plans and company policies.
• Provide feedback to equipment guides and trouble shooting job aides
• Ensure that equipment log and work order documentation is completed with accurate information.
• Must follow safety rules and ensure compliance with state and federal EPA regulation and laws.

• Attends required training and meetings to stay in compliance.

• Other functions may be assigned.

• Requires high school diploma or GED. 2 years of experience
• Ideal candidate will have a Trade School Certificate Demonstrated strong mechanical background/experience electrical background (up to 480VAC) preferred. Demonstrate knowledge about packaging equipment.

• Ability to effectively communicate ideas through verbal and written form

• Intermediate computer skills.

• Ability to read and understand schematics and job blueprints

• Troubleshooting knowledge of miscellaneous equipment and process equipment and utilities (water systems bulk delivery systems)

• Manufacturing equipment vessels mixers valves pumps.

• Have a basic understanding of control system to assist during troubleshooting.

• Understands the concepts of Total Productive Maintenance and Operator Care

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 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.

• May be exposed to sunlight and heat.

• May be exposed to dust gases and fumes.

• May be around moving equipment and machinery.

• May climb up to and/or into large processing tanks for cleaning or inspection

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.

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