Metrology Technician

Metrology Calibration Technician

Performs calibrations and maintains the calibration scheduling system to conform to facility requirements. Coordinates instrument re-certification with outside standards laboratories, which includes performing incoming inspections and documentation reviews on these instruments. Maintains Metrology Department: routine laboratory cleaning, filing paperwork, maintaining equipment manuals.

Shift Details: 2nd Shift

Monday-Friday: 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Follows sequence of testing from calibration procedures for instruments and equipment and ensures all tasks are performed in compliance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures.

Sets up standard and special purpose laboratory equipment to test, evaluate, and calibrate other instruments and test equipment.

Efficiently manage scheduled calibrations in order to optimize resources and minimize impact to manufacturing.

Maintain calibrations scheduling in a computerized metrology management system.

Identify inefficiencies in the metrology program and implement solutions to drive towards cost and time effective calibrations and processes.

Complete mandatory training within required timeframe.

Perform other duties as assigned.

High School diploma or equivalent required.

AS or BS in a technically related field, or equivalent preferred.

1-5 years of relevant experience within the field of Metrology preferred.

Working knowledge of cGMP guidelines, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, 210/211, ISO 14644 and 17025; and other international regulatory requirements preferred.

Demonstrates initiative; ability to follow SOPs and direction and respond to situations as they arise.

Must be able to break down complex systems and tasks into activities capable of being performed by personnel.

Must be able to function independently and as a group to ensure all Metrology related activities are completed on time and in accordance with all applicable regulations and procedures.

Ability to communicate effectively at all levels in verbal and written form.

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

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.

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:

Brooklyn Park, MN

U.S. Hourly Wage Range: $21.59 - $33.90

The estimated hourly wage range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual hourly wage 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 hourly wage offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

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.