{"id":1978371,"url":"https://alion.io/job/takeda-pharmaceutical-sr-instrument-technician","title":"Sr Instrument Technician","company":{"id":5984,"name":"Takeda Pharmaceutical","domain":"takeda.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/takeda","size_band":"5000+","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":{"grade":"A","score":86,"open_postings":38,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":0.553,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":24,"computed_at":"2026-10-21T05:46:15Z"}},"role":"Field & Service","role_family":"Field & Service","seniority":"senior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Thousand Oaks, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":32,"max":51,"currency":"USD","period":"hour","gross":null,"usd_annual":102000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":5,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"GMP","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-06T22:14:26Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-06","last_verified_at":"2026-10-22T02:05:17Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":15,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":15},"description":"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.\nJob Description\nAbout the Role:\nAs an Instrument Calibration Technician V, you’ll serve as a highly experienced technical resource within Takeda’s Metrology organization, supporting the accuracy, reliability, and performance of instrumentation and measurement systems used throughout our manufacturing operations.\nYou’ll perform advanced calibration, troubleshooting, maintenance, installation, and modification of electrical and pneumatic instrumentation while partnering with Engineering, Maintenance, Process Control, Manufacturing, and external contractors. You’ll also help coordinate daily metrology activities, support projects and process improvements, and provide technical guidance and training to other technicians.\nThis is a senior, non-supervisory technical role that requires strong independent judgment, advanced troubleshooting capabilities, and the ability to anticipate technical challenges and coordinate work that can impact broader manufacturing operations.\nShift Details: 1st Shift\nTuesday-Friday: 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM\nThree 10-hour days + one 7-hour day\nHow You Will Contribute:\nPerform advanced calibration, troubleshooting, maintenance, installation, and modification of instrumentation and related equipment.\nCalibrate a broad range of instrumentation, including temperature, pressure, conductivity, UV, balances, scales, vacuum, pH, CL2, ORP, timers, RPM, liquid/gas flow, and gas detection systems.\nDemonstrate advanced troubleshooting skills involving electrical and pneumatic instrumentation, control systems, and related technical equipment.\nOperate, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot calibration test equipment while applying appropriate metrology techniques and measurement practices.\nReview and approve calibration reports, verify out-of-tolerance conditions, and initiate corrective actions when necessary to support safe and reliable operations.\nPlan and schedule routine and non-routine calibration activities for assigned areas and instrumentation, balancing metrology requirements with production schedules.\nSupport new installations, modifications, and project activities in partnership with Engineering, Maintenance, Process Control, PMO, and external contractors.\nSupport system specification reviews, Piping & Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID) verification, and the implementation of department projects and process improvements.\nSupport and troubleshoot PLCs, microprocessors, automated control systems, and control system instrumentation, applying knowledge of control logic and process control principles.\nMaintain accurate calibration records, reports, and other required documentation in accordance with SOPs, GMP/GDP requirements, and applicable calibration standards, including ISO/IEC 17025 where applicable.\nTrain and provide technical guidance to other technicians, review work for quality and accuracy, and help coordinate resources and daily metrology activities when the supervisor is unavailable. Sr Instrument Technician\nWhat You Bring to Takeda:\nA high school diploma or equivalent is required; a two-year technical associate degree in metrology, instrumentation, electronics, or a related technical discipline is preferred. Sr Instrument Technician\n5+ years of experience in process instrumentation and calibration is required, with pharmaceutical manufacturing or equivalent regulated-industry experience preferred. Sr Instrument Technician\nSkilled craft training, an apprenticeship certificate, or a comparable combination of technical education and experience is preferred.\nAdvanced knowledge of metrology, calibration techniques, measurement systems, and calibration certification requirements is required.\nStrong knowledge of electrical and pneumatic instrumentation, including the ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, loop drawings, and P&IDs, is required.\nExperience with PLCs, microprocessors, automated control systems, and control system logic is preferred.\nKnowledge of laboratory and pharmaceutical production equipment-including autoclaves, process tanks, incubators, analytical equipment, and CIP/SIP systems-is preferred. Sr Instrument Technician\nKnowledge of cGMP manufacturing, chemical and biological safety practices, and applicable calibration standards is preferred.\nStrong mathematical skills and the ability to work with both metric and U.S. measurement standards are required.\nStrong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, are required.\nThe ability to independently troubleshoot complex technical issues, exercise sound judgment, and determine appropriate work methods and tools is required.\nStrong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills are required, including the ability to effectively train and provide technical guidance to other technicians. Sr Instrument Technician\nExperience specifying like-for-like or alternative instrumentation to meet manufacturing process requirements is preferred. Sr Instrument Technician\nImportant Considerations:\nAt Takeda, our patients rely on us to deliver quality products. As a result, we follow strict requirements in our manufacturing facilities to protect product quality, employee safety, and regulatory compliance. In this role, you may:\nPerform a combination of sedentary work and walking throughout the facility while observing equipment and operating conditions.\nBe required to lift up to 75 pounds and carry up to 50 pounds.\nWork in controlled environments requiring special gowning and protective clothing covering the head, face, hands, feet, and body.\nWork in cold or wet environments, including clean rooms and cool/hot storage areas.\nOccasionally work in confined areas.\nBe required to manage hazardous waste in accordance with company procedures and applicable state, federal, and local regulations, including identifying, handling, generating, accumulating, storing, labeling, and transporting hazardous waste on site.\nBe required to work multiple shifts, including weekends, and work overtime as required. Sr Instrument Technician\nWork independently within established procedures while exercising appropriate judgment and escalating issues when necessary.\nReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.\nMore About Us:\nAt 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 inspires and empowers you to grow through life-changing work.\nCertified 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.\n#GMSGQ #ZR1 #LI-Onsite\nTakeda Compensation and Benefits Summary\nWe understand compensation is an important factoras you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitablepay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.\nFor Location:\nUSA - CA - Thousand Oaks - Rancho ConejoU.S. Hourly Wage Range:\n$32.64 - $51.30The 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.\nFor information about our benefits, please click here.\nEEO Statement\nTakeda 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.\nLocations\nUSA - CA - Thousand Oaks - Rancho ConejoWorker Type\nEmployeeWorker Sub-Type\nRegularTime Type\nFull timeJob Exempt\nNo","description_format":"text","description_chars":8931,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":5,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"high_school","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":[],"hiring_locations":[{"name":"United States","iso":"US","kind":"country"}],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Prescription Drugs","Oncology Therapeutics","Neurology & CNS Therapeutics","Rare Disease Therapeutics"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-06T22:14:26Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":52,"band":"ok","label":"Likely open","p_open":1,"p_active":0.574,"p_room":0.9,"age_days":14,"expected_fill_days":24,"reasons":["conf:0","stale_co","velocity","win:mid","comp:brand"],"computed_at":"2026-10-21T05:46:15Z"},"pay":{"stated_usd_annual":102000,"is_top_pay":true},"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/takeda-pharmaceutical-sr-instrument-technician","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/takeda-pharmaceutical-sr-instrument-technician.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-22T05:46:45Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","about":"Alion is a live layer of people, companies and AI agents: who they are, whether they are real and active right now, what they do and how to work with them, readable by people and by agents and paid per call.","catalog":"https://alion.io/catalog.json","usage":{"tier":"crawler_verified","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":323,"day_limit":null,"remaining_today":null,"minute_limit":300,"resets_at":"2026-10-23T00:00:00Z"}},"offers":[{"id":"company.slices","title":"One company in depth, by slice","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002,"plus_per_slice":{"credits":0.05,"usd":0.005}},"unit":"per company, plus each slice with data","note":"the employer in depth","call":{"mcp_tool":"get_company","arguments":{"id":5984},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=5984"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Ftakeda-pharmaceutical-sr-instrument-technician"},{"id":"market.stats","title":"A market slice: pay, demand and time to fill","status":"live","price":{"credits":1,"usd":0.1},"unit":"per slice","note":"pay, demand and time to fill for this role and place","call":{"mcp_tool":"market_stats"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=market.stats&for=job%2Ftakeda-pharmaceutical-sr-instrument-technician"},{"id":"job.search","title":"Open jobs by role, technology, place, pay and visa","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002},"unit":"per posting in a list","note":"similar open postings","call":{"mcp_tool":"search_jobs"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=job.search&for=job%2Ftakeda-pharmaceutical-sr-instrument-technician"},{"id":"company.verify","title":"Is this company real and active right now","status":"pilot","price":null,"unit":"per company","request":{"url":"https://alion.io/catalog/request","method":"POST","body":"{\"offer\": \"company.verify\", \"for\": \"job/takeda-pharmaceutical-sr-instrument-technician\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Ftakeda-pharmaceutical-sr-instrument-technician"}]}