Why Patients Need You

Our breakthroughs would not make it to the hands of patients without our pharmaceutical manufacturing team. We rely on a team of dedicated and agile members, who understand the importance and impact of their role in Pfizer’s mission. Patients need colleagues like you who take pride in their work and always look to improve outcomes. You will help to ensure that patients and physicians have the medicines they need, when they need them.

What You Will Achieve

You will be operating automatic and manual chemical process equipment of varying complexity in various production processes in accordance with operating procedures. You will perform quality control analyses as required to complete in-process batches and identify variations. You will be trained in hazardous material handling and emergency procedures as these processes may generate high pressure and/or critical reactions.

As part of technical operations, you will be a team member who is relied to have a good understanding of procedures, techniques, tools, materials and equipment. Your decision making will help you prioritize workflows based on the available resources. You will follow standard procedures to complete tasks, some of which may vary in scope, sequence, complexity and timing. You will contribute to the team’s success by sharing your previously acquired knowledge.

It is your hard work and focus that will help in making Pfizer ready to achieve new milestones and help patients across the globe.

How You Will Achieve It

• Manage own time and professional development, be accountable for own results and prioritize own workflow.
• Operate automatic and manual chemical process equipment of varying complexity in various production processes in accordance with operating procedures.
• Perform duties required in operating a variety of equipment used in your assigned area of the division, maintaining responsibility for tasks as assigned.
• Operate process equipment, such as filter presses, pumps and agitators.
• Participate in quality and safety incident investigation.
• Troubleshoot all operating deviations and issues and coordinate with other function when required.
• Complete all documentation according with Good Manufacturing Practices {also cGMP} and Good Distribution Practices {part of GxP} standards.
• Responsible for preparation and clearing of equipment for maintenance work.
• Perform material receiving, staging, transfer, dispensing, sampling, and charging operation.
• Monitor the plant status and liaise with colleagues of other departments to ensure there is no interruption to manufacturing process.
• Maintain Pfizer standards and values for quality, safety and environmental objectives as well as meeting production goals.
• Complete all trainings by attending scheduled training.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2 years of experience preferred
• Knowledge of industry practices and standards
• Ability to work in a team environment and have good interpersonal skills is essential.
• Effective written and oral communication
• Computer Skills, such as Microsoft Applications and experience with System Application & Products

Nice-to-Have

• Experience in a chemical or formulation manufacturing environment

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to read, interpret, and perform job duties as prescribed in the operating procedure.

• Must demonstrate experience and competence in following detailed instructions.

• Must be able to read and interpret equipment data and demonstrate ability to communicate work requirement and problems in a concise and accurate manner.

• Must be able to work in a controlled temperature environment wearing clean room attire.  On occasion, steam, noise, chemical odors, and fumes may be present.

• Stand up to10 -12 hours per shift, sit for up to 5-6 hours per shift, regularly lift up to 50 pounds per activity 1 time per shift, walk, climb stairs, climb ladders/walk on catwalks, occasionally may lift over 50 pounds with assistance.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Schedule 0700-1900 2-2-3 rotation. Weekend and/or Holiday hours may be required in order to meet business and/or customer needs.

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.