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Packaging Specialist

Takeda · Round Lake, IL · $28.99–$45.53 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 28, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you found the root cause of a repeat equipment failure.

What they are checking: Whether they fix underlying problems rather than the same symptom again and again.

Tell me about a time you worked with operators to set up for a batch. How did you keep communication clear?

What they are checking: Whether they work well with manufacturing staff so setups go right the first time.

What would you do

A label printer starts producing labels that look slightly off during a run. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stop the line and protect labeling accuracy, since a wrong label is a serious pharmaceutical quality failure.

You've finished a repair, but the work order requires a step you skipped because you knew it wasn't needed. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they follow the SOP and document truthfully rather than relying on their own judgment alone.

Production is pushing to restart, but you're not sure the equipment is fully safe. How do you handle that?

What they are checking: Whether they hold firm on safety and quality under production pressure and escalate properly.

About the work

Tell me about your hands-on experience maintaining packaging equipment like conveyor belts, sensors, label printers, pumps and motors.

What they are checking: Whether they have real mechanical and electrical troubleshooting experience on the equipment named.

Walk me through how you'd troubleshoot a sensor that keeps faulting and stopping the conveyor.

What they are checking: Whether they work systematically from simple to complex causes instead of swapping parts at random.

How do you complete a changeover on packaging equipment so nothing from the last batch carries over?

What they are checking: Whether they understand line clearance and why mix-ups between batches are a major GMP risk.

The posting mentions electronic systems like EBM and JDE. How comfortable are you completing system prompts and records as you work?

What they are checking: Whether they can handle electronic batch records and work orders accurately alongside hands-on work.

How do you manually clean portable equipment and small parts in a way that would pass an audit?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that cleaning is a documented, verified process in pharmaceutical work.

How do you use lockout/tagout when working on packaging equipment?

What they are checking: Whether they treat energy isolation as non-negotiable before putting hands in equipment.

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The full job description

As published by Takeda.

By clicking the “Apply” button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda’s Privacy Notice and Terms of Use . I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge. Job Description About the role: As a Packaging Specialist you will maintain and troubleshoot packaging equipment. You will ensure safe and efficient hands-on maintenance of manufacturing and utilities systems including but not limited to Conveyor belts, Sensors, Label printers, pumps and motors. You will adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), cGMPs, and Quality Standards in a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing facility are mandatory. How you will contribute: • Inspects, repairs and maintains facility structures and equipment as directed by immediate supervisor and/or as assigned through work orders. • Support the manufacturing floor by aiding in setting up for batches. • Operate, set-up and perform change overs for packaging equipment • Complete relevant paperwork and electronic system prompts/tasks, following GDP/GMP guidelines. • Manually clean all portable equipment and small parts, assemble and operate packaging equipment • Demonstrate proficiency in electronic systems such as (EBM, JDE, etc.) • Applies auditing principles in routine situations with minimal supervision • Operates and maintains packaging equipment independently in routine and moderately complex situations, with minimal guidance needed • Profound understanding of technical processes within packaging • Troubleshoots advanced issues with packaging equipment, applying basic problem-solving skills • Guides others through complex problem-solving processes, and recommending improvements. • All work must be completed in accordance with cGMPs, SOPs, job plans, and company policies. • Provide feedback to equipment guides and trouble shooting job aides • Ensure that equipment log and work order documentation is completed with accurate information. • M ust follow safety rules and ensure compliance with state and federal EPA regulation and laws. • Attends required training and meetings to stay in compliance. • Other functions may be assigned. What you bring to Takeda: • Requires high school diploma or GED. 2+ years of experience • Ideal candidate will have a Trade School Certificate, Demonstrated strong mechanical background/experience, electrical background (up to 480VAC) preferred. Demonstrate knowledge about packaging equipment. • Ability to effectively communicate ideas through verbal and written form • Intermediate computer skills. • Ability to read and understand schematics and job blueprints • Troubleshooting knowledge of miscellaneous equipment and process equipment and utilities (water systems, bulk delivery systems) • Manufacturing equipment vessels, mixers, valves, pumps. • Have a basic understanding of control system to assist during troubleshooting. • Understands the concepts of Total Productive Maintenance and Operator Care How you will contribute: 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. • May be exposed to sunlight and heat. • May be exposed to dust, gases, and fumes. • May be around moving equipment and machinery. • May climb up to and/or into large processing tanks for cleaning or inspection 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-MA1 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: $28.99 - $45.53 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. For information about our benefits, please click here . 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 - IL - Round Lake - Drug Delivery Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time Job Exempt No

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