About the role

AI summarised

The Manufacturing Shift Lead at Takeda is responsible for managing and performing work to convert raw materials into finished goods in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This includes operating production equipment, troubleshooting process issues, conducting safety Gembas, and overseeing daily production activities. The role requires advanced expertise in lean manufacturing, GMP, and safety, with a focus on coaching technicians and ensuring high-quality production.

BiopharmaFull-timeManufacturing/Production

Key Responsibilities

Manage personal training plan to enhance knowledge, skills, and capabilities
Troubleshoot process and equipment problems in a timely manner to minimize manufacturing downtime
Conduct safety Gemba's and provide coaching daily to ensure technicians are adhering to proper ergonomic techniques
Support all local manufacturing operations
Operate general production equipment (such as Filling, Inspection, & Packaging equipment)
Oversee the hands-on execution of all activities in the production area
Participate in departmental projects and quality working teams

Requirements

Applies advanced lean manufacturing techniques, capable of advising others and anticipating future manufacturing requirements
Recognized as an expert in environmental health and safety, able to develop strategic safety initiatives and coach others at all levels
Advanced ability in product and manufacturing information, capable of applying knowledge in complex situations and guiding others
Expert in good manufacturing practices, provides strategic insights and supervises others in the domain
Skilled in conducting investigations, recognized for deep expertise and leadership in investigative strategies, coaching others
Leads in quality control in complex situations, advising others and making improvement recommendations based on advanced knowledge
Manages workflows independently, understands optimization strategies, and requires minimal guidance
Performs advanced troubleshooting, guiding others through complex problem-solving processes, and recommending improvements
Expertly handles the operation and maintenance of production equipment, including in complex situations, providing guidance to others
Drives team efforts through advanced understanding of team dynamics, capable of coaching others and improving team processes
Excellently manages tasks requiring high attention to detail, independently addresses complex scenarios, and advises others on maintaining precision
Independently applies continuous improvement process principles in routine and moderately complex situations with minimal guidance, showing a comprehensive understanding of the concepts and methodologies