Manufacturing Process Engineer (FTC 18 Months)

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Job Description

Manufacturing Process Engineer (FTC 18 Months)

Job Purpose

Reporting to the P2 Manufacturing Operations Manager, the Process Development Engineer will lead new product introductions and provide technical expertise to ensure robust, compliant, and efficient Drug Product and Packaging operations within the TILGC P2 oncology facility.

How you will contribute:

New Product Introduction & Technology Transfer

• Lead feasibility assessments and technology transfer for new products and packaging formats.
• Conduct technical review of packaging artwork and components.
• Lead process optimisation and validation activities.
• Optimise equipment parameters including vision and serialisation systems.
• Interpret regulatory requirements and ensure project alignment.
• Contribute to CAPEX projects for equipment introduction.

​Subject Matter Expertise & Operations Support

• Act as SME for packaging equipment, vision and serialisation systems.
• Lead root cause investigations and manage change controls (Trackwise).
• Support manufacturing schedule adherence through cross-functional collaboration (QC, QA, Supply Chain, CAPEX).
• Investigate quality events and complete deviations in compliance with GMP.
• Provide technical guidance to manufacturing teams to optimise performance and changeovers.

General Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement aligned with Takeda’s Agile programme.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, site quality standards and HSE requirements.
• Foster a culture of safety, integrity, accountability and collaboration.
• Complete all required documentation and training in a timely manner

​What you bring to Takeda:

Education & Experience

• Degree in Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing; DP and Packaging experience preferred.
• Knowledge of vision and serialisation systems advantageous.
• Strong quality mindset, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

What you can look forward to with us:

• Competitive Salary: Including performance-based bonuses.
• Retirement Plan: Employer contributions to your retirement plan.
• Comprehensive Insurance: Employer-funded private medical insurance with dependants’ cover, life insurance, and flexible options like dental insurance, partner life insurance, and serious illness protection.
• Electric Charging Points: Available at parking locations.
• Employee Assistance Program: Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Wellbeing and Engagement: Dedicated teams to support your wellbeing.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Supportive policies for a balanced work-life.
• Generous Vacation: 26 vacation days plus additional days for service milestones and humanitarian volunteering leave.
• Development Opportunities: Coaching, mentoring, educational programs, and formal training.
• Subsidized Canteen: Enjoy meals at a reduced cost.
• Flexible Benefits: Options like fuel card, bike to work, commuter ticket, and insurance deals.

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.

Empowering our people to shine:
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, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are interested in this opportunity, we look forward to receiving your application via our online tool!

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