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Job Description
About The Role:
The incumbent is a member of the production scheduler team within the LA site. As the production scheduler, they will be responsible for creating and updating B5 (Fractionation) daily production schedule and B8 (buffer prep, Albumin and AHF) production schedules in the assigned shift. The production scheduler will ensure the accuracy of the schedule and identify opportunities to minimize delays and to optimize manufacturing processes. The incumbent will work together with manufacturing team members as well as support group members from maintenance and engineering. Direct interactions with contractors, vendors, suppliers, and customers may also be necessary.
How you will contribute:
- Update daily production schedules (Fractionation, Albumin, AHF-M, Cinryze and Buffer Prep) for manufacturing.
- Schedule non-production related activities such as sanitization, rinse sampling, etc.
- Identify improvement opportunities in the schedule or in the process as related to WIP management.
- Recommend solutions to optimize processes and to minimize delays in the production.
- Interface with production scheduling tools (Excel and/or other system), DeltaV, EBM and other supporting tool.
- Participate in critical safety and continuous improvement related activities in the site.
- Perform other support activities for production needs as necessary.
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English and understanding of cGMP regulations.
- Must be able to read and follow detailed written instructions.
- Math and computer skills (Microsoft Office programs such as Powerpoint, Excel, Word, Project).
- Experience in DeltaV, EBM, scheduling software or similar systems.
- Must be able to complete tasks with minimal supervision, prioritize multiple tasks, and manage time effectively.
- Detail oriented and effectively organize documentation for review.
- Must be able to independently recommend and suggest solutions.
- Good interpersonal skills to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment.
- Multi-tasking ability.
What you bring to Takeda:
- High school diploma or GED. 4+ years of related work experience or AA degree or higher and 2+ years related work experience.
- Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 15 lbs.
- In general, the work requires a substantial amount of sedentary work that includes typing and computer interactions with some walking around observing conditions in the facility.
- Must be able to work in controlled environments requiring special gowning. Will be required to follow gowning requirements and wear protective clothing over the head, face, hands, feet and body.
- No make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish or artificial fingernails may be worn in the manufacturing environment.
- May work in a cold, wet environment.
- Must be able to work multiple shifts, including weekends.
- Must be able to work overtime as required.
- May be required to work in a confined area.
- Some clean room and cool/hot storage conditions.
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
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.
Empowering our people to shine:
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.
Location and Salary Information: This post excludes CO applicants
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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 – CA – Los Angeles
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time