Job Description

About the role:

As a Quality Control Analyst II for QC Compliance is to provide technical expertise and support for the Operational Support functions of the QC Laboratory through ownership and participation in Quality Record management activities.

How you will contribute:

• Author and revise GMP documents and Quality Control records (e.g. Test Methods, SOPs, change controls, etc.)
• Train staff in general Quality Control activities and updates
• Train staff in Deviation and Laboratory Investigation processes and techniques
• Collaborate in the mitigation of any environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) needs and risks
• Identify and implement improvement initiatives to improve yield, reliability, and/or process robustness. This may require leading and implementing change controls.
• Demonstrate continuous improvement with respect to increasing job knowledge and proficiency related to the biopharmaceutical industry, as well as technical understanding/problem solving capability.
• Responsible for organizing data and preparing appropriate documentation, including presentation materials, for assigned projects.
• Lead any CAPA investigations
• Lead problem solving and root-cause analysis sessions
• Perform GEMBA and other information gathering techniques to support investigation completion and laboratory continuous improvement
• Interact with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering and Tech Service units
• Manage complex investigations using DMAIC tools
• Ensure effective implementation of corrective and preventive actions
• All other duties as assigned by Leadership

What you bring to Takeda:

• Requires bachelor's degree in science, engineering, or other related technical field. 2-5 years of related experience in pharmaceutical or similar regulated industry.
• Experience with laboratory investigations in the GMP pharmaceutical industry preferred
• Must know quality laboratory operations and government regulations pertaining to pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing labs.
• Must have the ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities for the QC Lab.
• Must have the ability to manage complex investigations
• Must possess excellent technical and interpersonal skills and be able to communicate with all level personnel and regulatory authorities.
• Advanced knowledge in cGMP standards, preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills are required.
• Possess knowledge of core Quality Control principles and support systems.
• Must have excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills; able to efficiently communicate with cross-functional teams and management on recommended courses of action, with minimal assistance.
• Must have good interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively and efficiently in a team-based environment.
• Self-driven individual that requires minimal supervision.
• Must have proficient computer skills and be experienced using MS Office software (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

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. In this role, you 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.
• 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.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Frequently or constantly to lift, carry push, pull, or move objects and repetitive motions.
• Work is performed in office and laboratory settings.
• Position requires a combination of sedentary work and walking around the facility.
• Non-Exempt roles must be able to work overtime when required.
• Some cleanroom and cool/hot storage conditions.
• May be required to enter controlled environments requiring special gowning.
• No makeup, no jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish, artificial fingernails maybe worn in the manufacturing environment.

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.

GMSGQ #ZR1 #LI-MA1

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:

$71,800.00 - $112,860.00

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.

Locations

USA - GA - Social Circle - Hwy 278

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

Yes