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Job Description

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Present in Italy since 1982, Takeda has two plasma-derived drug production sites in Rieti and Pisa, supporting patients with rare and complex diseases. These sites focus on the production of therapies derived from immunoglobulins, albumin, and coagulation factors. As partners of the National Health System, we transform plasma into life-saving drugs under the “National Self-Sufficiency of Blood and its Products” program. We supply high-quality medicines worldwide, with a strong presence in Europe, America, and Asia.

Takeda Manufacturing Italia SpA has been awarded the Top Employer certificate for several years and is committed to inclusion, career growth, and sustainability. Join us in making a difference.

Job Title: Process Engineer

Location: Pisa

About the role:

Manage engineering operations for manufacturing operations in Pisa plant.

Provide holistic engineering and maintenance support to the site to sustainably achieve capacity plans and fulfillment targets.

Define maintenance activities for process equipment, providing engineering technical support and capital planning and execution.

Manage deviations, elaborate and update SOPs related to process equipment failure.

How you will contribute:

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Ensures solid performance and efficiency of pharmaceutical equipment, aiming for operational excellence.

Provides strategic oversights and acts as an advisor or trainer to maintenance and production members.

Evaluate potential improvement of process equipment, define implementation strategies and follow up the CR process.

Respect and ensure that EHS regulations are followed. Accountable for EHS activities connected with equipment under his/her responsibilities

CORE ELEMENTS RELATED TO THIS ROLE:

Defines appropriate maintenance and reinvestment strategies.

Responsible for assigned projects.

Provides strategic oversights and acts as an advisor or trainer to maintenance and production members.

Frequently presents challenging issues and results at the department and cross-functional gatherings as well as project team meetings.

Serves as an expert and the focal point for technical discussions regarding equipment/processes/systems.

Manages deviations and changes according to GMP rules.

Proposes and evaluates with functional leader new ideas or projects, formulating precise business cases and assessing costs and resources.

Makes alterations and adjustments to processes/equipment.

Drafts/reviews qualification documents, evaluations, technical Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and instructions.

DIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS:

Technical/Functional (Line) Expertise  

Manages technical records and diagrams.

Manages relationships with technical third parties such as equipment suppliers, directly handling service requests and agreements.

Promotes and leads the exchange of technical knowledge within and outside the site.

Leadership  

Provides strategic oversights and acts as an advisor or trainer to maintenance and production members.

Decision-making and Autonomy

Conducts investigations and coordinates the resolution of problems and root cause analysis (RCA).

Interaction

Internal/External functions/resources

Innovation

Promotes continuous improvement of processes and equipment, ensuring alignment with the latest internal and external rules and regulations.

Complexity

Execution of project within challenging timelines and environment

What you bring to Takeda:

EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

Master degree in engineering (mechanical, chemical, biomedical, electronic, industrial, automation, etc…)

Experience in Visual Inspection, Packaging or similar lines.

Knowledge of AUTOCAD, P&ID

In depth technical proficiency on pharmaceutical systems and equipment

Good knowledge of cGMPs and pharma/HSE rules and standards

3+ years experience in pharmaceutical Company with specific focus on process, maintenance, technical support, process/equipment development

Fluent in English

Exceptional ability to manage simultaneous activities, competing priorities, and challenges

Leadership / influence

In-depth knowledge of the sterile production process and equipment

Strong ability to work and communicate effectively with the team and peers within a manufacturing and engineering organization. This includes excellent communication skills: written and verbal

Prioritization & project management skills

High-level problem-solving / root cause investigation skills

Creative capacity for developing new ways to do things better, cheaper, faster

What Takeda can offer you:

We want our employees to succeed in everything they do – at work, at home, and in the community. This is why we offer world-class benefits and access to resources that can support people.

Health and Finance

Health Care Insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Employee discount programs at various businesses, stores, and medical services

Training and Development

Training on technical skills and professional development

Job Rotation programs to work in different departments

Employee-led groups focused on raising awareness of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and engaging in community outreach

Values-Based Culture

Wellness Programs

On-site cafeteria and coffee bar

Resources for mental, physical, financial, and spiritual health

Parental Leave

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, or any other characteristic protected by law.

LocationsITA - Pisa

Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypeRegular

Time TypeFull time