Bioprocess Technician BPT IV (Night Shift: 6 PM - 6 AM)

Pfizer • Sanford, NC

2d • $26 - $43 • Onsite

About The Position

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. In this role, you will execute manufacturing operations on the production floor for Downstream/Purification with varying levels of automation. You will follow SOPs and batch records for unit operations, support the operation of manufacturing equipment and issue resolution associated with process equipment commissioning, qualification and validation. You will drive troubleshooting, technical support/analysis and resolution of equipment, automation, and process issues on the manufacturing floor. You will drive for Right first time and continuous improvement execution, the timely review of daily documentation and complete data entry; identify and/or communicate process and compliance concerns in real time. You will support audits and observation improvements. You will collaborate with the Subject Matter Expert for manufacturing operations in support of QTS investigations and CAPA implementations. You will be responsible for remaining current on assigned training. You will implement Lean Manufacturing, Sustainability, Operational Excellence initiatives; facilitate the drive towards continuous improvement in all manufacturing areas. You will collaborate in the escalation process through various levels of management when operations, personnel safety, equipment functionality, product supply and/or quality compliance are at risk. You will ensure work requests are generated when issues arise with facility / manufacturing equipment. You will be proficient in enterprise systems to support manufacturing operations including but not limited to, SAP, LIMS, AMPS, PDOCS and/or QTS. You will ensure and participate in performance of cleaning, inventory, and maintaining facility in a safe and GMP compliant manner.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and 4+ years of experience, particularly in a pharmaceutical or other cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices) environment or Associate plus 2 years of work experience or Bachelors plus 0 years of work experience preferred
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting production equipment
• Strong understanding of cGMP and safety regulations
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation and records
• Experience in a clean room environment
• Competence in using automated and enterprise systems
• Effective cross-functional communication skills
• Requires the moving of heavy equipment and the ability to lift ~40 pounds.
• Moderate repetitive standing, sitting, bending, and ladder climbing on a daily basis.
• The incumbent needs to take the necessary safety precautions when working with pressurized systems, steam, and corrosive chemicals.
• The incumbent is required to attain knowledge of the operational equipment.
• The incumbent will be required to assist in solving problems regarding site assessment, specific units used in Biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
• The incumbent must be able to follow SOPs, MBRs and be able to use a multitude of enterprise systems including SAP, Delta-V, etc.
• Permanent work authorization in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of process improvement methodologies
• Ability to train and mentor less-experienced colleagues
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic work environment

Responsibilities

• Executes manufacturing operations on the production floor for Downstream/Purification with varying levels of automation.
• Follow SOPs and batch records for unit operations.
• Supports operation of manufacturing equipment and issue resolution associated with process equipment commissioning, qualification and validation.
• Drives troubleshooting, technical support/analysis and resolution of equipment, automation, and process issues on the manufacturing floor.
• Drives for Right first time and continuous improvement execution, the timely review of daily documentation and completes data entry; Identify and/or Communicate process and compliance concerns in real time.
• Supports audits and observation improvements.
• Collaborates with the Subject Matter Expert for manufacturing operations in support of QTS investigations and CAPA implementations.
• Responsible for remaining current on assigned training.
• Implements Lean Manufacturing, Sustainability, Operational Excellence initiatives; facilitate the drive towards continuous improvement in all manufacturing areas.
• Collaborates in the escalation process through various levels of management when operations, personnel safety, equipment functionality, product supply and/or quality compliance are at risk.
• Ensures work requests are generated when issues arise with facility / manufacturing equipment.
• Proficient in enterprise systems to support manufacturing operations including but not limited to, SAP, LIMS, AMPS, PDOCS and/or QTS.
• Ensure and participates in performance of cleaning, inventory, and maintaining facility in a safe and GMP compliant manner.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions
• additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
• paid vacation
• holiday and personal days
• paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
• health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage
• Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED