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 DescriptionSummary:* Work with appropriate support groups to assess product impact of manufacturing deviations and write product impact statements.* Solve technical manufacturing issues, either lead teams or be integral member of team.* Work with manufacturing to identify improvement opportunities.* Work with appropriate teams to execute improvement projects, including validation support and submission writing.* Design appropriate experiments to achieve process improvements with minimal supervision.* Work independently or with other Manufacturing Science personnel to execute experiments.* May work on small scale experiments* Assessment of new technology and application to our existing processes.* Utilize robust statistical analysis to draw appropriate conclusions from the data.* Develop new or improved techniques and procedures around specific tasks with minimal supervision.* Present information to auditors* Work with manufacturing, quality, engineering, and other support groups to drive the goals of the small and mid-scale purification projects.Qualifications:* Knowledge of protein purification techniques and biochemistry.* Experience in protein process development.* Knowledge of analytical tools for analysis of proteins.* Experience with DOE (Design of Experiments), six sigma, and lean manufacturing a plus.* Knowledge of GMPs.* Good interpersonal skills, good verbal and written communication skills.* Able to work in cold environment.* Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently while paying attention to detail.* Strong computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Minitab).* Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Strong presentation skills.* Ability to work in cold environment.Education and/or experience:* Typically requires Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering or other related technical field. 3+ years of related experience.Physical Demands:* Must be able to lift, push, pull 50 lbs. and carry up to 25 lbs.* In general, the position requires a combination of sedentary work and walking around observing conditions in the facility.Location and Salary Information: This post excludes COLocationsUSA – CA – Los AngelesWorker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull time