Process Technician I

Use Your Power for Purpose Our breakthroughs would not make it to the hands of patients without our dedicated and agile pharmaceutical manufacturing team. We rely on 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 strive to improve outcomes. You will help ensure that patients and physicians have the medicines they need when they need them. What You Will Achieve In this role, you will: Take responsibility for individual contributions to achieve team deliverables, working effectively as a team member and coordinating with others. Manage personal time and professional development, being accountable for results. Follow standard procedures to complete tasks of varying scope, sequence, and complexity within the agreed timeframe. Identify and solve moderately routine problems. Complete assignments with moderate supervision using established procedures, referring deviations from standard procedures to the supervisor. Ensure work is reviewed for accuracy, quality, and adherence to standards. Prepare and operate various components, materials, equipment, and machines in your assigned area, ensuring adequate inventory of parts and materials before starting a production run. Adhere strictly to all plant safety and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) regulations. Perform in-process quality inspections, and seek to implement process and safety improvements. Role Overview The Biological Operations Tech role is responsible for processing raw materials (i.e. human and equine blood and plasma) into Stroma to be used in the formulation of ATGAM Purified Drug Substance by means of a large-scale biologic separation processes (i.e. centrifugation). Techs may also perform work on other processing steps related to other products run in that area. Work is performed in strict compliance with manufacturing standards (SOPs) and following all regulatory requirements (i.e., GMPs & OSHA). This job includes the following functions: Performing unit operations in the biological processing area with a variety of different equipment types (tanks, pumps, centrifuges, scales, filters, freeze dryers, etc.) Washing, sanitizing and cleaning facilities and equipment Handling, Charging and packaging materials Monitoring process parameters and batch end reports for quality or equipment concerns Utilizing computer skills to interact with multiple complex PLC and SCADA systems Collaborating with maintenance and engineers to troubleshoot equipment and perform TPM tasks Supporting development and execution of capital projects, corrective actions, and continuous improvement ideas Demonstrating growth mindset to share best practices & utilize downtime effectively Working safely and compliantly following all applicable SOPs and standards including recording of GMP documentation Completing and maintaining all required training on time Demonstrating ownership and accountability of the production schedule and product quality Executing in-process quality inspections Other duties as assigned by the supervisor Role Responsibilities Overview: As the entry levelrole in this career path, the colleague is expected to show progression towards all the items below and competency on a growing number of them as the duration in the role progresses. EHS Safety Orientation & Safety OJT t raining LOTO / Safe work permits / Confined space Awareness Unit safety self-inspections GMP GMP record entries Gowning access (Certification completed) Meets daily GMP requirements - with assistance Maintains training documentation (PLS & Curricula) Alarm response & notification awareness BIOLOGICAL OPERATIONS Stroma process and Blood Room operations (with assistance) Setting up and operating biological operations equipment (with assistance) Monitoring process performance and making appropriate documentation entries Weighing and charging operations with biological materials Perform specific and accurate double checks Can perform disposals Weekend Rotation (participation) Maintain area audit readiness Display cGMP’s at all times Identify issues, respond, and escalate appropriately Complete andaccuratehandoffs Operatorcare activities Facility cleaning for routine and special cause events Batchrecordreview Other: Practices leader behaviors in accordance with Pfizer Core Values including: Seizes Accountability, Grows Self, Adapt to Change, Self Awareness, Commits to One Pfizer, and Peer Relationships Performs work in professional, self-directed, responsible, and timely manner QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: High school diploma / general education degree (GED) plus An associate degree, OR Veteran/Military experience, OR Six months of relevant work experience in a manufacturing or GMP facility (e.g. current or previous Pfizer colleague or contractor or similar) In addition, the following skills are preferred: Mechanical experience/aptitude Experience handling biologic substances, APIs, or drug products PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Physical/Mental Requirements Physical Demands: lifting/lowering up to 55 pounds, working in high elevations (above 6 feet), and reaching/standing/walking/stooping/crawling. Able to wear safety PPE (Hard hat, body harness, face shield) Able to work under clean room (GRADE C/D) environments with appropriate gowning NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS Positions are staffed across all three shifts. Specific shift schedules may vary by specific operational area. Weekend, holiday, and overtime may be required to meet business or customer needs. Work Location Assignment: On Premise The salary for this position ranges from $20.07 to $33.45 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 | (). 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. 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