ASSOCIATE MANAGER, MANUFACTURING - INSPECTION (NIGHTS)

Job Description Job Title.
Associate Manager, Manufacturing - Inspection (Nights) Location.
Round Lake, IL About the role.
Manufacturing Associate Manager is responsible for implementing and supervising daily activities to ensure manufacturing goals and project deadlines are met by the commitment date while maintaining compliance with the current manufacturing practices (cGMPs), environmental health and safety (EHS) guidelines and any other regulations that could apply.
The Associate Manager is expected to drive results to support plant strategic imperatives.
They must enforce company rules, policies and regulations, and promote Takeda values within their team.
The Associate Manager is expected to coach/mentor employees to drive performance and demonstrate leadership behaviors aligned with Takeda’s values.
It is expected that the Associate Manager set the example for all employees of Takeda.
They must promote the appropriate behavior, compliance, and culture of Takeda, including decision making bases on patient, trust, reputation, then business (PTRB).
How you will contribute.
Work closely with department Managers and Associate Directors and adjust schedule accordingly to fill in for them as required.
May act as delegate for other areas such as Initial Inspection and Packaging.
Ensure resources are allocated effectively throughout Inspection & Packaging to allow continuous flow in value chain to meet and exceed production targets.
Responsible for managing production activities throughout Inspection department to ensure manufacturing goals are met.
Lead escalations by coordinating actions with support groups to adhere to production schedule, minimize delay, and meet production targets.
May be assigned leadership roles for larger scope operational projects, such as shutdown and startup and new facilities or processes.
Champion DMAIC tools for problem solving for issues that may affect safety, quality, yield, or production.
Facilitate and verify appropriate training is assigned and completed on time for all employees on the shift (including but not limited to cGMPs, job skills, safety, etc.).
Ensure assigned projects, action items, and deliverables are completed per the commitment date.
Identify, lead, and implement initiatives to elevate site capabilities.
Implement systems to maintain compliance with current good manufacturing practices (cGMPs), environmental health and safety (EHS) guidelines, FDA, and any other regulations that apply.
Ensure 100% compliance with established department procedures and regulations in producing high quality therapeutic products.
Drive performance with employees by providing a positive and equitable work environment emphasizing respect, responsiveness, and results, as well as, utilizing the talent management process.
Be present at the shift transition with the outgoing shift supervisor(s) as well as ensure proper shift transition/communication to the next incoming shift.
Chair Tier 1 meeting of their respective area; may act as a backup to chair Tier 2 meetings.
Responsible for hiring new manufacturing employees (supervisors and technicians) and participate in interviews for supporting department candidates as required.
Participate in project meetings, EHS and QA incident investigations.
Lead and coordinate facilities GEMBA with supervisors and supporting groups (i.
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Facilities Engineering, QA, Maintenance, etc.) to ensure Manufacturing and Supporting areas are at the highest standards and are inspection ready.
Responsible for representing department and providing leadership in meetings, audits and projects as required.
Responsible to ensure supervisors and employees are in compliance with the QA and EHS investigation timelines.
Develop staff and oneself through Quality Conversations and development processes.
Partners with support groups (EHS, Quality, Engineering and Maintenance) to continuously improve safety, quality to meet department goals.
Ability to manage multiple activities through subordinates and exercise full supervision in terms of cost, methods, and employees.
Must be familiar with all areas within Manufacturing (Inspection & Packaging).
Ability to interpret and analyze statistical data and information including financial reports.
Ability to understand and resolve technical problems and interface with engineering/technical experts to resolve issues in a timely manner.
Ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities in a manufacturing plant setting.
Ability to perform investigations and communicate through well written documentation.
Knowledge of world-class manufacturing methods (Lean, Six Sigma), Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Drug and Administration regulations.
Must have demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to interface well with personnel at all levels.
Must be able to work and facilitate a team-oriented environment.
May be required to supervisor various groups and/or shifts.
Must have the ability to manage multiple priorities in a manufacturing plant setting and prioritize responsibilities of self and direct reports appropriately.
Must have organizational and administrative skills.
Strong manager of self as well as production staff that may include manufacturing supervisors and operators.
What you bring to Takeda.
Typically requires Bachelors' degree in science, engineering or other related technical field and 5+ years of related experience.
Leadership experience preferred.
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.
In general, the position requires a combination of sedentary work and walking around observing conditions in the facility.
Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 35 lbs.
May be required to work in a confined area.
Some Clean Room and cool/hot storage conditions.
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.
Will need to remove all make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish and/or artificial fingernails while in the manufacturing environment.
May work in a cold, hot or wet environment.
May work around chemicals such as alcohol, acids, buffers and Celite that may require respiratory protection.
Must be able to work multiple shifts, including weekends.
Non-Exempt Roles only.
Must be able to work overtime as required.
5% travel.
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 - IL - Round Lake - Drug Delivery U.
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Base Salary Range.
$ The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position.
The actual base salary 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 base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.
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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.
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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.