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Job DescriptionHow you will contribute:
- Lead and manage health & safety programs to protect employees, contractors, and the surrounding community
- Drive EHS management system effectiveness and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations
- Maintain ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications, including setting program goals and targets
- Oversee EHS audits, regulatory reporting, and compliance activities across the site
- Identify and mitigate risks by maintaining the site EHS risk registry and implementing effective controls
- Lead emergency preparedness and response while ensuring clear communication and documentation processes
- Champion continuous improvement of EHS performance through data monitoring, systems, training, and cross-functional support
Skills and qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in science, technical, or related EHS field (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, or Engineering)
- Minimum of 5 – 10 years of EHS experience, preferably in a complex, high-risk environment
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred, or actively pursuing certification
- Working knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards
- Proficiency in health and safety regulations, including but not limited to: California Code of Regulations, Federal Code of Regulations, Department of Transportation, International Air Travel Association, California Environmental Protection Agency regulations, and local ordinances and laws
- Comprehensive understanding of regionally emerging EHS legislation and experience of proactively responding to legislation changes.
- Ability to identify EHS non-compliance and recommend or implement solutions
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 - CA - Thousand Oaks - ManufacturingU.S. Base Salary Range:
$116,000.00 - $182,270.00The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary 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 base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.
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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.
LocationsUSA - CA - Thousand Oaks - ManufacturingWorker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull timeJob Exempt
YesSkills Required
- Bachelor's degree in science, a technical discipline, or a related EHS field such as Biology, Chemistry, or Engineering
- 5 to 10 years of environmental health and safety experience, preferably in a complex, high-risk environment
- Working knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards
- Proficiency in health and safety regulations, including California and federal regulations, Department of Transportation requirements, International Air Travel Association requirements, California Environmental Protection Agency regulations, and local laws
- Understanding of emerging regional EHS legislation and experience responding proactively to legislative changes
- Ability to identify EHS non-compliance and recommend or implement solutions
- Certified Safety Professional certification or active pursuit of certification
Takeda Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Takeda and has not been reviewed or approved by Takeda.
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Retirement Support — Employer-funded retirement is described as notably strong, combining a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match with an additional company contribution that scales with age and service. Access to an employee stock purchase plan further supports long-term wealth building.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid bonding leave for all parents, substantial adoption/surrogacy reimbursement, and robust caregiver resources (backup care and Maven family-forming support) are emphasized as core strengths. These offerings create a comprehensive safety net for a range of family situations.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options (nationwide PPO/HSA and regional HMOs), employer HSA funding, and integrated mental-health and well-being programs signal depth in coverage. Preventive care is covered in-network, and plan choices by state expand access.
Takeda Insights
What We Do
For over 240 years, Takeda’s propensity to evolve has driven the next generation of innovation, and as a future-focused organization, we’re continuing to drive forward with endurance in our steadfast pursuit to achieve the best outcomes for our patients in a rapidly changing world. We have been preparing for this period of value creation by investing in data, digital and technology, and we’re proud of our employees and their commitment to turning groundbreaking ideas into life-changing impacts. Since our founding in Japan, integrity and putting patients first have been at the heart of our identity, and we will emerge ready for our future as one of the most trusted and science-driven digital biopharmaceutical companies. Join a team where your innovation impacts lives. Together, we’ll realize improved outcomes by improving data quality, enhancing launch execution and improving the patient journey. You’ll play a critical role in accelerating data collection and increasing accuracy across all parts of the business. Patients across the globe will benefit from access to treatments afforded by greater opportunities and efficiency in our research and development.
Why Work With Us
We connect to our history and Japanese heritage through everything we do to bring our purpose, values, vision, and imperatives to life. We are committed to bringing better health and a brighter future to patients. Being a part of Takeda means having the opportunity to be a part of something bigger than yourself.
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