PBy 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 a Privacy Notice /a and a Terms of Use /a. I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge. /p h2bJob Description /b /h2 h1About the Role: /h1pAre you passionate about ensuring the quality and lifecycle management of analytical laboratory equipment? Takeda is hiring an Equipment Lifecycle QC (Senior) Associate to drive operational excellence in Quality Control! /p h1What you bring to Takeda: /h1ulliManage lifecycle activities for analytical equipment, including calibrations, qualifications, maintenance, and technological updates. /liliCoordinate and plan equipment qualifications, maintenance, and new technology trials. /liliEnsure proper documentation updates and data management using systems like LABWARE or Regulatory Asset Manager. /liliAuthor and review maintenance procedures and provide technical training/support to QC laboratory colleagues. /liliHandle deviations, investigations, and CAPA processes for lab equipment. /liliCollaborate with IT teams to mitigate data integrity risks. /liliPropose innovative practices and process enhancements /liliParticipate in cross-departmental improvement initiatives /liliDevelop proficiency in critical skills like digital tools and software. /li /ul h1How you will contribute: /h1ulliBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacy, Bioengineering) or equivalent experience. /liliMinimum b3 years of experience /b in analytical equipment qualification and maintenance (pharmaceutical GMP). /liliKnowledge in lab analytical techniques such as HPLC, UPLC-MS, FTIR, ELISA and others is a plus. /liliStrong organizational, problem-solving, and team collaboration skills. /liliAssertive and adaptive under stress. /liliFluent communication in French and English. /li /ul h1What Takeda can offer you: /h1pWe want our employees to succeed in everything they do – at work, at home, and in the community. This is why we offer world-class benefits and access to resources that can support people. /p pOur sector and the needs of our patients are constantly changing, which is why we emphasize continuous training. We actively support and invest in the development of our employees through a 50/40/10 training model. /p pWe offer a comprehensive benefits package, prioritizing wellbeing, career growth, and work-life balance: /pulliGenerous Time Off: 20 days of paid vacation in accordance with Belgian legislation and 12 Working Time Recovery days with additional days granted based on seniority and age. /liliHealth Wellbeing: Comprehensive health and hospitalization insurance, annual check-ups starting at age 45, and support for preventive healthcare. /liliFamily Support: Paid leave for maternity, paternity, and adoption, along with dedicated spaces for nursing mothers. /liliCareer Development: Access to a Learning Catalog, language courses, and opportunities for internal and international mobility. /liliTransportation Eco-Benefits: Contributions for public transport, incentives for cycling, and on-site charging stations for electric vehicles. /liliAdditional Perks: Meal vouchers, eco-cheques, a flex plan, a 13th-month salary, and pension support. /li /ul h1Important Considerations: /h1pAt Takeda, our patients rely on us to create quality products, and we aim to create a safe environment for our team members. As a result, we must follow strict rules in our manufacturing facilities to ensure we are not endangering the quality of the product or putting anyone at the site in harm's way. In this role, you may: /pullipWork 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. /p /lilipNeed to remove all make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish and/or artificial fingernails while in the manufacturing environment. /p /lilipWork in a cold, hot environment and load manual handling. /p /lilipWork multiple shifts, including weekends, or be asked to work supplemental hours, as necessary. /p /lilipWork around chemicals and biologicals products that may require specific protection (respiratory, skin, etc.). /p /li /ul h1More About Us: /h1pThe Takeda Lessines manufacturing site plays a vital role in the production of Takeda’s plasma-based therapies. With over 75 years of pioneering legacy, Takeda is a global leader in rare diseases and ranks in the top three for plasma-derived products. Our Lessines manufacturing site is a state-of-the-art biotechnology production facility with over 50 years of experience, specializing in immunoglobulin purification, plasma-derived therapies, and packaging for treatments targeting blood disorders. Serving more than 250,000 patients worldwide, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality therapies that make a significant impact. As Takeda's third-largest global production site, Lessines plays a pivotal role in our international operations, producing and distributing million vials annually to more than 80 countries. /p pAt 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. /p pCertified 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. /p p#GMSGQ /pp#LI-ED1 /p h2bLocations /b /h2BEL - Lessines h2bWorker Type /b /h2Employee h2bWorker Sub-Type /b /h2Regular h2bTime Type /b /h2Full time