Job Description

Use Your Power for Purpose

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

The Second Shift MAP Mod1 Lead II role is responsible for supporting the production of injectable drug products in the Modular Aseptic Processing (MAP) Mod 1 facility Filling, Freeze dry and Capping unit.

The selected candidate will transition into their new MAP role in January 2027. This timeline is intended to support effective succession planning and ensure adequate coverage within the candidate's current department during the transition period.

The Production Lead II is responsible for providing leadership and direction to meet production demand and requirements. Liaison between work team and support groups to execute production schedules. Establish efficient processes, monitoring specific results, and improve identified process opportunities using IMEx, Right First Time (RFT) and Lean principles. Assists in identifying problems and communicating issues impacting production activities. Drives timely resolution to production floor obstacles and contributes to solutions using Method 1 and Quality Risk Management (QRM). Serves as an operations subject matter expert for the work team and Deviation Report Coordinator (DRC), where appropriate. Works with project teams to develop production related documentation, user requirements and to execute capital related activities.

Production Lead II is also responsible for supporting the work team operation to ensure that applicable safety guidelines/policies are followed, and that all tasks are conducted in accordance with appropriate processing standards, such as FDA's current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP’s).

In this role, you will:

• Works in a complex integrated computerized manufacturing environment.
• Using IMEx Tier’d communication, plans, coordinates and facilitates the work activities of work team colleagues by providing leadership and advice.
• Monitors, evaluates and revises operations activities/processes or manufacturing equipment to maximize quality and provides assistance.
• Has a thorough knowledge of department and organization policies and procedures.
• Responsible to drive adherence to production schedules, direct day to day work team activities, and provide input to shift supervision on work team colleague performance.
• Performs necessary functions to convert raw material into product through complex integrated manufacturing processes.
• Maintains and improves work team processes to achieve optimal operating efficiency. Work is performed in strict compliance with manufacturing standards and all regulatory requirements.
• Lead a diverse team in day-to-day manufacturing activities to ensure that quality output is being achieved.
• Maintain a 24/7 schedule, which includes approving and denying vacation requests based on business needs.
• Proficient use of Pfizer Learning Academy (PLA), Quality Tracking System (QTS), WorkCenter Performance Monitoring (WPM), and SAP are desired.
• Work with Supervision to create a diverse, effective, and productive team through the selection and mentoring of our workforce.
• Successful candidate must demonstrate personal leadership initiative, judgment and accountability in day-to-day work activities in addition to strong planning/organizational skills.
• Must possess strong communication skills and demonstrate integrity and cooperation in working with diverse colleagues and groups.
• Experience in the operating area (preparation, formulation, filling or freeze drying) and strong technical skills are desired.
• Ensures all members of the team are trained for their roles and tasks and ensures training compliance of the team.
• Consistently makes significant contributions to the achievement of the team, plant and/or global objectives.
• Exemplifies and instills in others an Ownership mentality.
• Demonstrates active involvement in daily production operations.
• Maintains frequent contact with all stakeholders and impacted organizations concerning operations and production scheduling.
• Engages the right subject matter experts to help resolve unplanned events efficiently.
• Works and communicates well across the vaccine value stream.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• High School Diploma or GED
• 6+ years of experience
• Proficiency in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and related systems
• Demonstrated ability to perform various functions of a highly repetitive nature while maintaining concentration on tasks
• Proven capability to understand and follow written procedures
• Ability to work independently or in groups effectively
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong technical skills and the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues
• Ability to communicate effectively across departments and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or a related field.
• Familiarity and basic understanding of common AI tools and a curiosity for learning how they can be used to enhance productivity.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles.

Work Environment & Operational Conditions

• Lifting/lowering up to 55 pounds, working in high elevations (above 6 feet), and reaching/standing/walking/stooping/repetitive motion.
• Able to wear safety PPE (Hard hat, body harness, face shield)
• Able to work in D and C graded environments with appropriate gowning

Non-Standard Requirements

• Will start as an 8 -hour day shift while in the project phase requiring arriving early to conduct T0 meeting. Tentative transition plan to second shift with the hours of 3:00pm- 11:30pm is targeted around late July 2027 in preparation to support departmental PPQ schedule.

Other Job Details:

• Last day to apply: October 12th
• Schedule: 2nd Shift

The salary for this position ranges from $28.37 to $47.29 per hour. In addition, this position offers eligibility for overtime, weekend, holiday and other pay premiums depending on the work schedule and the Company’s policies. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided applies only to the United States - Michigan - Kalamazoo location.

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

Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer.

U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.

Sunshine Act

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EEO & Employment Eligibility

Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.

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