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Job Description

About the role

The Production Engineer I – IG Packaging is responsible for on-shift operational support of the IG department in Covington, GA. The Production Engineer I focuses on rapidly resolving manufacturing problems, enabling manufacturing to meet production goals. As a member of the operations team, the Production Engineer I provides on-shift technical knowledge and leadership.

How you will contributeTroubleshooting and provide timely resolution to technical issues in support of ramp-up and steady-state operations of a highly automated packaging line.Reducing manufacturing events, user interventions, and batch record alertsIdentifying and developing opportunities to reduce cycle time, error proof operations, and eliminate wastePerforming operational assessments to ensure proper processes, procedures, tools, and training are in placeInvestigating and resolving issues assigned from the departmental issues logSupporting Process Unit Team projects and Continuous Improvement efforts.Leading Knowledge Transfer training with manufacturing staffCoaching manufacturing staff while partnering with them to resolve technical issuesDeveloping troubleshooting guides for common problemsSharing process knowledge with colleagues across shift

What you bring to TakedaBachelor’s degree in Engineering discipline required. Some related experience preferred. Mechanical and Electrical Engineering preferred.Related work experience within a technical or GMP environment is preferred.Knowledge of basic engineering principles in various engineering disciplinesExperience with Marchesini Packaging Equipment and Systech Serialization System prefferedAbility to solve routine engineering problems with minimal assistanceAbility to discuss normally encountered technical issues, both verbally and in written formAbility to work as a collaborative team memberSelf-driven individual that requires minimal supervisionInitial training in concepts of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma quality techniques is preferred'.

Important ConsiderationAbility to work up to 12 hour shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays in support of a 24 x 7 manufacturing operation.Ability to work in a clean room environment.Ability to wear personal protective equipment (such as hard hats, safety shoes, safety glasses, ear plugs) due to safety requirements in specific areas.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.Ability to travel on an infrequent basis (< 5 %).

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 - GA - Social Circle - Hwy 278

U.S. Base Salary Range:

56,000.00 - 88,000.00

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. 

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/ or long-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.

LocationsUSA - GA - Social Circle - Hwy 278

Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypeRegular

Time TypeFull time

Job Exempt

Yes