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Job Description

ABOUT TAKEDA

“Better Health for People, Brighter Future for the World” is the purpose of a company. We aim to create a diverse and inclusive organization where people can thrive, grow and realize their own potential while enabling our purpose. We continue to innovate and drive changes that will transform the lives of patients. We’re looking for like-minded professionals to join us.

Takeda is a global values-based, R&D-driven biopharmaceutical leader. We are guided by our values of Takeda-ism, which has been passed down since the company’s founding. Takeda-ism incorporates Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance, with Integrity at the core. They are brought to life through actions based on Patient-Trust-Reputation-Business, in this order.

OBJECTIVES / PURPOSE

This position is responsible for leading EHS related activities required for the design, construction and startup of a new Plasma Derived Therapies (PDT) manufacturing facility in Osaka, Japan. Key objectives include:

• Serve as the primary EHS representative on the multi-functional project team and accountable for EHS reviews and deliverables throughout the project

• Develop and oversee construction safety program in partnership with project general contractor for the new PDT facility.

• Develop and implement core EHS programs required for commissioning and startup of the new PDT facility

• Serve as EHS lead for the new PDT facility from commissioning through operation

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Serves as principle EHS representative on the multi-functional project team responsible for the design, construction and commissioning of the new PDT facility.

• Provides the project team with guidance on EHS matters and confirms project conforms to company, local, and Japanese EHS-related guidelines and regulations.

• Leads EHS activities during the design phase of the project. Activities include:

• Leads risk assessments and process hazard analyses during the design process to systematically identify EHS related requirements and risks and develop appropriate mitigation strategies

• Defines EHS user requirements for use in vendor/third-party requests for proposals

• Coordinates with EHS subject matter experts across Takeda to facilitate EHS reviews and risk assessments

• Escalates critical EHS risks to the project team and corporate EHS management as needed

• Supervises construction safety management program to ensure safety of contractors and employees during construction of the new PDT facility

• Serves as primary contact for project site injury and incident notification, investigation, and corrective/preventative actions

• Defines EHS resourcing needs and manages hiring and on-boarding of approved resources to support construction, commissioning and operation of new PDT facility.

• Develops, implements, and leads EHS programs required for the sustainment of the new PDT facility from commissioning to operation

• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor

DIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS

Technical/Functional (Line) Expertise:

• 10+ years related EHS experience in site or corporate role

• Knowledge of regulations and standards (Japanese building codes, Fire Act, API, Environmental regulations, etc.) for EHS design and review

• Knowledge of and experience with participating and/or leading EHS design review activities, including process hazards analysis, for large projects

• Experience in overseeing construction safety management program for large construction projects

• Experience in developing, implementing, and leading EHS programs for manufacturing operations

Leadership:

• Influencing and collaboration skills

• Drive change and supports others in the change management process

Decision-making and Autonomy:

• Within his/her area of expertise as defined at the project start

Interaction:

• Experience working in large company environment with matrix organizations

• Must be able to work with site and global SMEs from External Partners, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Procurement, DD&T, etc. in order to meet timelines, budgets and desired outcomes.

• Anticipates and resolves conflict situations in a win-win outcome

• Team based player

Innovation:

• Identifies best practices, shares and adopts equally

Complexity:

• Must be self-motivated, have good interpersonal skills, capable of analyzing and solving complex problems through innovative thought and experience.

• Capable of operating across company cultures

EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

Essential:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemical engineering, science or similar technical field. Master degree is preferred.

• 10+ years related work experience in site or corporate EHS role.

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills in Japanese and English.

• Effective communicator of project technical information to senior management.

• Strong financial and business acumen.

• Ability to assess and manage stakeholder expectations.

Desired:

• Experience in working in pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries

• Will work mostly in office environment with requirements to work in manufacturing and support areas.

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

• Must be able to work multiple shifts, including weekends and extended hours, as required.

• 5% travel, including potential international travel, may be required to other Takeda facilities to interact with other colleagues as part of professional development and/or project support.

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary:

• Allowances: Commutation, Housing, Overtime Work etc.

• Salary Increase: Annually, Bonus Payment: Twice a year

• Working Hours: Headquarters (Osaka/ Tokyo) 9:00-17:30, Production Sites (Osaka/ Yamaguchi) 8:00-16:45, (Narita) 8:30-17:15, Research Site (Kanagawa) 9:00-17:45

• Holidays: Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays, May Day, Year-End Holidays etc. (approx. 123 days in a year)

• Paid Leaves: Annual Paid Leave, Special Paid Leave, Sick Leave, Family Support Leave, Maternity Leave, Childcare Leave, Family Nursing Leave.

• Flexible Work Styles: Flextime, Telework

• Benefits: Social Insurance, Retirement and Corporate Pension, Employee Stock Ownership Program, etc.

Important Notice concerning working conditions:

• It is possible the job scope may change at the company’s discretion.

• It is possible the department and workplace may change at the company’s discretion.

Locations

Osaka, Japan

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time