Manufacturing Technician II- Inspection- Night Shift

Manufacturing Technician II – Inspection – Night Shift

TAKEDA PHARMACEUTICALS AMERICA, INC.

Join us to help produce lifesaving therapies in a stable, purpose-driven environment. This role supports cGMP manufacturing operations while ensuring high-quality standards and safety.

• Run and support production activities in accordance with cGMP, safety, and quality standards while operating key equipment such as DAP lines, forklifts, hoists, and moving products and materials through the production process.
• Lead the line, train junior technicians, and collaborate with other teams to achieve production and quality goals.
• Accurately complete batch documentation, keep your work area clean and ready for inspection, and promptly report safety, quality, or equipment issues to management.

• Stable, dependable employment as a full‑time Manufacturing Technician II.
• Competitive pay that reflects GMP experience, with an hourly rate of $18.85 - $29.62.
• Comprehensive benefits: health coverage, paid time off, retirement contributions, tuition assistance, and more.
• Career growth and development opportunities within a global pharmaceutical leader.
• Flexible shifts—day or night—with a 2‑2‑3 rotating schedule; you must support 24/7 operations, including overtime, weekends, holidays, and 12‑hour shifts.
• A safe, supportive team environment in a modern, clean facility.

• GMP manufacturing experience (required).
• High school diploma or GED (required); associate degree or higher preferred.
• At least 2 years of related experience, or 1 year with an AA degree.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and follow work instructions in English.

• Able to carry, lift, and push/pull up to 30 lbs. with or without material handling equipment.
• Must stand and walk for most of a 12‑hour shift, including moving between rooms.
• Comfortable with repetitive hand and arm motions, bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching overhead.
• Work indoors around moving equipment, machinery, and loud noise (hearing protection may be required).
• Potential exposure to alcohol, acids, buffers, and other chemicals (respiratory protection may be required).
• Must wear protective clothing in controlled areas and may work in clean rooms and temperature‑controlled storage.
• No allergy to cephalosporin for specific product‑touch roles.
• Follow appearance rules in manufacturing areas (e.g., no makeup, jewelry, nail polish).
• Must work flexible or non‑traditional hours to support 24/7 operations, including overtime, weekends, holidays, and off‑shift coverage.

TAKEDA is a patient‑focused company that develops specialty pharmaceuticals and best‑in‑class patient support programs. We are a Global Top Employer committed to innovation, excellence, and a collaborative, inclusive workplace.

The hourly wage range is $18.85 - $29.62. The actual wage offered will depend on qualifications, experience, and location, and will meet local minimum wage requirements.

USA – IL – Round Lake – Drug Delivery

Takeda is proud of 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, 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.