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Production Lead I (Secondment 18 Months) at Pfizer

Pfizer Kalamazoo, MI

Job Description

WHY PATIENTS NEED YOUOur 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 Pfizers mission. You will help to ensure that patients and physicians have the medicines they need when they need them. The significance of your role cannot be overstated as it directly influences the availability of essential medications. Your dedication and agility are crucial in maintaining the high standards of our manufacturing processes. By continuously striving for excellence you contribute to the overall mission of delivering life-saving treatments to those in need. Your commitment to improving outcomes ensures that our breakthroughs reach the patients who depend on them.WHAT YOU WILL ACHIEVETake responsibility for individual contributions to achieve team deliverables represent the work group within department teams and foster a positive team environment.Manage personal time and professional development prioritize workflow and assist less-experienced colleagues in prioritizing their tasks.Complete assignments based on established procedures identify delivery and process improvements troubleshoot issues and provide direction and training to team members.Share knowledge within and across multiple work groups and deliver comprehensive technical training to colleagues.Proactively identify and resolve non-routine problems making decisions between multiple options in a structured environment.Work under general supervision complete recurring assignments independently and refer new or unusual problems to the supervisor.Ensure non-standard work is reviewed for sound technical judgment and hold oneself accountable to Pfizer standards guidelines and values.Generate work orders ensure tasks are completed accurately and promptly and maintain compliance with safety guidelines and processing standards like cGMPs.Adapt standard methods and procedures identify necessary delivery and process improvements and determine suitable methods for various work situations.Maintain accurate records monitor equipment usage collaborate with supervisors on investigations and process improvements and generate reports to assess training needs and track progress.QUALIFICATIONS Must-HaveHigh School Diploma or GED with 4 years of experience.Strong oral and written communication skills.Proficiency in current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or a related field.Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.Capability to work independently and as part of a team.Proficiency in using standard office software and manufacturing systems.Nice-to-HaveA bachelors degreeExperience with Lean Manufacturing principles.Knowledge of regulatory requirements and quality standards.Familiarity with Pfizers Learning Solution and Quality Tracking System.Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks.Ability to train and mentor less-experienced colleagues.PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTSLanguage Skills: Effective written and oral communication skills . Demonstrated reading comprehension and writing proficiency at level that meets Job Summary requirements. Ability to effectively communicate with diverse individuals/groups resulting in desired outcomes.Mathematical Skills: Strong math skills with the ability to calculate percentages and develop basic graphs and spreadsheets.Reasoning Ability: Skill in analyzing information problems situations practices or procedures to: Define the problem or objective; Identify relevant concerns or factors; Identify patterns tendencies and relationships; Formulate logical andobjective conclusions; and Recognize alternatives and their implications.Physical Demands: Job tasks may include frequent bending lifting and twisting motions. Ability to stand upright for several consecutive hours. Absence of any medical restrictions which could restrict completion of all required duties. Additional demands are area specific.NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS Office environment with frequent time in the manufacturing areas.Possible exposure to high noise environments solvents and pharmaceutical ingredients.Workers may be exposed to Electromagnetic Fields within this position.Use of hearing and eye protection is .Must be available to support 24/7 365 operations.There will be required overtime with this position during the week and on the weekends.OTHER JOB DETAILSLast Date to Apply for Job:December 17 2025Additional Location Information:n/aEligible for Relocation Package NOSecondment 18 monthsIf you are currently in a driving position with a fleet vehicle and this secondment does not require driving as an essential function of the position for12 months or longer you will be required to turn in your fleet vehicle for the duration of the non-driving secondment. Please refer to the Fleet Policy and Procedures document for more information.There will be no change to your current work location.Position is considered Flexible and colleagues are expected to comply with Log In For Your Day(LIFYD) requirements at site location (e.g. about 2.5 days a week in office). Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.Sunshine ActPfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care providers name address and the type of payments or other value received generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification which Pfizer intends to pursue reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act. Therefore if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse your name address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.EEO & Employment EligibilityPfizer 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. Pfizer endeavors to make to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing please email. This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website online application process and/or interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned.Manufacturing Key Skills Administrative Skills,Facilities Management,Biotechnology,Creative Production,Design And Estimation,Architecture Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1

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