Production Operator, Solid Packaging, GSQ, Hikari Plant / 固形剤包装の製造オペレーター （正社員）, 光工場

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The Production Operator supports solid-dose pharmaceutical packaging at Takeda’s Hikari Plant. Responsibilities typically include operating and monitoring packaging equipment, preparing materials, completing line clearances, recording production data, performing basic equipment checks, and following GMP, safety, hygiene, and quality procedures. Candidates are expected to work accurately in a controlled manufacturing environment, maintain strong attention to detail, follow written instructions, and cooperate effectively with production, quality, and engineering teams. Experience in pharmaceutical, food, chemical, or other regulated manufacturing is advantageous. Shift work, physical activity, cleanroom procedures, and Japanese-language communication may be required. Reliability, safety awareness, and a commitment to continuous improvement are important.

About the employer

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company is a global biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Japan, with operations across North America, Europe, Asia, and other international markets. The company focuses on innovative medicines in areas including gastroenterology, rare diseases, plasma-derived therapies, oncology, and neuroscience. Takeda operates research, manufacturing, and commercial facilities worldwide and emphasizes patient impact, scientific quality, ethical conduct, and an inclusive workplace. The Hikari Plant in Yamaguchi Prefecture is one of Takeda’s major Japanese manufacturing sites, producing pharmaceutical products and supporting high-quality supply for patients. Employees generally work within strict GMP and safety systems, with opportunities to develop technical skills in pharmaceutical production, packaging, quality, and operations.