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Job Description

About the role:

The Senior Maintenance and Utilities Technician is responsible for performing advanced maintenance, preventive maintenance, and repairs on a variety of critical plant equipment. This role ensures the smooth operation of manufacturing and facilities equipment, contributing to the overall efficiency and reliability of Takeda's operations.

How you will contribute:

+ Perform preventative, corrective, and predictive maintenance on:

+ HVAC, chillers, boilers, air handlers, refrigeration systems, compressors, pumps, water systems

+ Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair control systems, instrumentation, and mechanical systems

+ Maintain refrigerant logs per EPA/SCAQMD standards

+ Execute and close work orders (JDE system), including required documentation and Change Control

+ Escort contractors, support equipment startups, order/manage chemicals

+ Ensure compliance with NFPA, NEC, UMC, cGMP, and internal safety protocols

+ Respond to emergency/urgent utility issues and hazardous waste concerns

+ Participate in team meetings and instructor-led training

+ Demonstrate increasing technical proficiency over time

Key Skills & Competencies:

+ Ability to interpret schematics, manuals, job plans

+ Familiar with CMMS (JDE, Maximo), Microsoft Office, SCADA

+ Experience with PID loops, Lockout/Tagout, ACAC protocols

+ Basic understanding of GMPs and regulated environments

+ Solid communication and documentation skills

+ Mechanically inclined with a proactive, safety-first mindset

+ Cross-functional collaboration and independent problem-solving

What you bring to Takeda:

+ High School diploma or GED (required)

+ 8+ years of relevant industrial maintenance experience (required)

+ 2-year technical certificate (HVAC, Utilities, Building Trades) or military equivalent - HIGHLY PREFERRED

+ Class 3 Industrial Wastewater Certification - HIGHLY PREFERRED

+ Automation/controls experience (DeltaV, Honeywell highly preferred) - HIGHLY PREFERRED

+ Independently performs preventive and predictive maintenance on complex production equipment, including mechanical systems, hydraulics, and PLCs, while mentoring others and recommending process improvements.

+ Applies expert knowledge of equipment operations, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis to maintain optimal system performance in high-complexity environments.

+ Utilizes advanced budgeting and accounting tools for maintenance operations, anticipating future needs and guiding others in financial processes.

+ Leads strategic influence initiatives, effectively communicating across all levels—including external partners—and mentoring team members in persuasive communication.

+ Produces clear, structured technical documentation and trains others in effective written communication.

+ Supports Product Lifecycle Management activities with growing expertise, applying foundational principles under supervision.

Important Considerations:

+ Must be able to carry up to 25 lbs., lift up to 50 lbs., and push/pull > 100 lbs. (with the assistance of material handling equipment).

+ Must be able to stand for extended periods of time over an entire shift.

+ Must be able to climb ladders and stairs while wearing special gowning.

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

+ Must be able to work in controlled environments requiring special gowning. Will be required to follow gowning requirements and wear protective clothing over the head, face, hands, feet and body.

+ Will work in a cold, wet environment.

+ Must be able to work multiple shifts, including holidays and shutdown. Must be able to work overtime as required.

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.

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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 - GA - Social Circle - Hwy 278

$23.56 - $37.02

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.

EEO Statement

_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._

Locations

USA - GA - Social Circle - Hwy 278

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

No