Equipment Reliability Specialist (ROUND LAKE BEACH)

Takeda Pharmaceutical
Round Lake Beach, IL

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Job Description

About the Role:

Excellent opportunity for Maintenance Technician position in Round Lake IL. Manufacturing site. This role is a morning shift, 6:00am 6:30pm in a 2-2-3 work schedule configuration.

The Maintenance Technician II provides a high level of maintenance support for all equipment in the Galaxy filling process at Takedas Round Lake, IL manufacturing site; maintains equipment in all areas of the Mix, Fill and Finishing complexes at the Drug Delivery facility; ensures manufacturing lines are well maintained and ready to run during planned production time; provides on-time PM completion; constantly monitors during production to spot and solve issues before they affect production; provides a high level of troubleshooting ability to repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems; provides service on an emergency basis based on business needs, which will require working overtime, weekends and during plant shutdowns; familiarizes self with corporate specifications and plant SOPs governing the operation of the Galaxy process and local GMP; adheres to all plant safety rules and direct others in the proper application of plant safety; drives innovation and continuous improvement, works independently and closely with manufacturing, engineering and quality groups to resolve issues.

How you will Contribute:

  • Accomplishes objectives with a great deal of autonomy

  • Learns and understands corporate specifications and plant SOPs governing the operation of the Galaxy process and local GMP

  • Monitors assigned manufacturing lines and communicates with manufacturing to reduce down time

  • Provides a high level of troubleshooting ability to repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems

  • Reviews current PMs, verifies parts are in stock and completes PMs on time

  • Builds and rebuilds machine assemblies

  • Communicates equipment issues and work status to supervisor, manufacturing, and management per the plants Stop and Fix guidelines

  • Initiates work orders using the JD Edwards (JDE) CMMS system

  • Performs PM work and assigns work related to the Galaxy process when work is required to maintain equipment reliability and efficiency; ensures proper and timely completion of related documentation

  • Notes in JDE or other downtime tracking method any problems, breakdowns or alarms related to all equipment; initiates work orders, and provides additional documentation required to resolve issues; reviews equipment trends related to the issues and support efforts to eliminate reoccurring problems

  • Shares knowledge and trains less experienced technicians in the Galaxy process and all related equipment including safety, 6S, PMs associated with the facility

  • Learns to handle robots in all normal production modes; troubleshoots and identifies problems related to robots, machine output and quality defects as they occur

  • Advances knowledge and capabilities through additional training

  • Solicit help from Lead technicians and engineering assistance when needed

  • Takes a proactive role in safe work practices and leads by example

  • Reports unsafe conditions and practices per site requirements

  • Maintains 100% on time completion of all required training

  • Prior experience working in an FDA-regulated environment preferred

  • Ability to work independently and make sound decisions

  • Ability to read and understand electrical, mechanical and pneumatic drawings

  • Experience with electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems

  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues

  • Willingness to develop a good understanding of programmable logic controllers (PLC)

  • Must have strong teamwork and communication skills, both oral and written; and good documentation skills and practices

  • Skilled in MS Word, MS Excel and JDE or similar CMMS

  • Must not be allergic to Cephalosporin or their related products and minerals

  • Must be willing and able to travel up to 5% of the time

What you bring to Takeda:

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent required, plus 2+ years of experience or Associates degree or higher and 1+ years of related work experience

  • Technical certifications a plus

  • 3+ years manufacturing systems experience preferred.

  • Must be able to carry up to 100lbs, lift up to 100lbs, push/pull up to 100lbs, with assistance of material handling equipment and/or two-person lifts.

  • Must be able to stand and/or walk for an extended period over an 8-12 hour shift between rooms and across the site.

  • Must be able to walk within and between quality rooms and packaging rooms, as well as throughout the entire plant.

  • May require bending, twisting, reaching overhead, and/or squatting motions to perform certain tasks.

  • Work in a cold, wet environment.

  • Work around chemicals such as alcohol, acids, buffers, and Celite that may require respiratory protection.

  • Indoor working conditions and exposure to loud noises that requires hearing protection

  • Will work around moving equipment and machinery.

  • No make-up, jewelry, nail polish, or artificial fingernails may be worn in the manufacturing environment.

  • Work in a controlled environment requiring special safety gear or gowning; will be required to follow gowning requirements and wear protective clothing over the head, face, hands, feet, and body (Applies to roles in Filling Department only).

  • May be required to work in confined spaces/areas.

  • Some Clean Room and/or cool/hot storage conditions. (Applies to roles in Filling Department only).

  • May be exposed to and must not be allergic to cephalosporin. (Applies only to product touch roles).

  • May require immunization before performing work within the manufacturing area.

  • Must be able to work on multiple shifts, including weekends, to support a 24/7 manufacturing operation as needed.

  • Must be able to work non-traditional work hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed.

  • Requires flexibility to work during off shift hours and/or conduct activities in support of different shifts as needed.

  • Must be able to work overtime as required.

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.

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-Onsite

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 - IL - Round Lake - Drug Delivery

U.S. Hourly Wage Range:

$18.85 - $29.62


The estimated hourly wage range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual hourly wage offered ma]]> <

Posted 2025-11-18

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