Senior Manufacturing Associate - Nights

Company: Takeda
Location: Lexington
Posted on: November 4, 2025

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 About the Role: As Senior Manufacturing Associate, you will perform manufacturing operations, including work functions in Cell Culture, Purification, Solution & Equipment Prep areas. Operates production equipment according to SOPs for the production of clinical and/or commercial products. Will support engineering and validation activities. You will report to Manufacturing Supervisor. How you will contribute: Perform cGMP manufacturing operations using SOPs, Batch Records, and Form Preps; troubleshoot and escalate process issues, execute production operations, and review documentation in real time to ensure compliance. Initiate and document minor deviations, create and request GMP documentation and work orders as needed. Enter data in systems such as LIMS, MODA, and other business tools; coordinate sample preparation and testing. Propose and review document revisions; inform management of events impacting schedules and escalate safety issues or risks. Participate in tiered visual management and support continuous improvement initiatives. Manage equipment and facility-related projects, including cleaning, assembly/disassembly, standardization, changeovers, and qualification/validation activities. Act as a subject matter expert on improvement projects and provide technical training; contribute to training material development and maintain training requirements. Develop and maintain a personal development plan, and complete an annual performance self-assessment. What you bring to Takeda: Normally requires a high school diploma and 4 years of experience or an Associate's Degree in Life Sciences/Engineering field with 3 years of GMP Manufacturing experience. Biotech Certificate would be Ideal. Experience with the general and detailed aspects of the job, and their practical applications to problems and situations ordinarily encountered. Will perform as a subject matter expert for equipment and/or systems You are proficient at following written instruction in the form of Batch Records, Form Preps, Technical Protocols and Procedures. 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. Flexibility to work according to the production schedule. Ability to lift, pull or push equipment requiring up to 25-50 lbs of force. Ability to stand for 6 hours in a production suite. Ability to climb ladders and work platforms. Stooping or bending to check or trouble-shoot equipment operations. Ability to work around chemicals (alcohols, acids & bases). 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-MA1 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 - MA - Lexington - BIO OPS U.S. Hourly Wage Range: $23.56 - $37.02 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. U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term incentives. U.S. 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. U.S. 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. Locations USA - MA - Lexington - BIO OPS Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time Job Exempt No It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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