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 this role:** The Senior Driver position is responsible for the efficient storage and movement of materials and finished goods. You will ensure that shipping, receiving, warehousing, and inventory control processes are performed. contributing to the smooth operation of Takeda's supply chain. This is a safety sensitive position. You have safe driving skills, forklift operations skills, and other material handling equipment operation skills. Will safely unload and load items using a pallet jack and hand truck. You will report to the Warehouse Supervisor. **How you will contribute:** + Operate commercial vehicles safely. + Perform daily pre-trip/basic and safety inspections on equipment, report maintenance issues for repair. + Maintain accurate and compliant documentation, logs, and submit daily vehicle inspection records. + Communicate with Operations, Warehouse, and other drivers/colleagues. + Monitor scheduled activities by shift concerning orders, door assignments, dispatch of trucks, and contract carriers supporting production and multiple other departments daily. + Assist transportation function by directing carrier drivers on empty trailer dropping and load pick-up processes. + Operate tractor-trailer combination. + Hook/unhook trailers from a tractor. + Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including: forklift, pallet jack and hand truck. + Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies, including but not limited to: pallets, straps and rope. + Verify and complete required documentation and reports. + Complete documentation and shipping of Hazardous Materials in accordance to CFR 49, Section 100-180 (DOT, IATA, Customs). + Follow dispatch instructions and communicate with dispatch, including: delays, arrivals and equipment problems. + Demonstrate internal and external customer service. + Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, and company procedures. + Complete bill of lading, packing list, seal assignment, and bar code assignments for each order. + Assist material handlers and supervisors in locating discrepancies and product misplacement. + Comply with SOPs, GMPs, safety rules and regulations, and departmental procedures Receive and fill orders and performs order status inquiry for all completed orders. Adjust orders when damages or shortages occur. + Fill and prepare inventory for transportation through material handlers and monitors progress throughout shift to assure efficient completion of responsibilities. + Perform physical counts, cycle counts, and periodic inventory verification. + Will perform daily pre-trip/basic maintenance tasks including checking fluids, replacing fluids, operating a fuel pump, and basic preventative maintenance tasks with basic tools common to commercial vehicle operation. + Proficient in warehouse management systems and pc environments. + Inventory and stock management. + Count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator. + Must meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulatory requirements. **What you bring to Takeda:** + 21 years of age or older. + High school diploma or GED. 4+ years of related work experience or AA degree or higher and 2+ years of related work experience. + Must have minimum of 1 year of driving experience within the last three years and have no active suspensions. + Must have valid Class A and Class C Commercial Drivers License (CDL). + Must have the following: + Successful completion of Department of Transportation (DOT) compliant pre-employment drug test and will be subject to random drug/alcohol testing post hire as required. + DOT medical exam certificate. + Successful completion of Department of Transportation (DOT) and Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) background check within 30 days of employment. + Hazardous Materials (HazMat) endorsement. If you do not have at time of hire, you must obtain it within 90 days of employment. **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. You may: + In general, your work will be a combination of sedentary work and walking around the facility. + Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 lbs. + Exposure to warehousing and manufacturing areas at +5°C including storage freezer at –20°C and exposure to human blood plasma. + Some cool/hot storage conditions. + 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. + Will need to remove all make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish and artificial fingernails while in the manufacturing environment. + May work in a cold, hot or wet environment. + May work around chemicals such as alcohol, acids, buffers and Celite that may require respiratory protection. + Will work overtime, on weekends and holidays, when needed. + Local guiding required to perform work. Will be home daily. No additional travel is required. **More about us:** At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and the best patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company to 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 **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 - CA - Van Nuys **U.S. Hourly Wage Range:** $26.92 - $42.31 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 - CA - Van Nuys **Worker Type** Employee **Worker Sub-Type** Regular **Time Type** Full time **Job Exempt** No