Instrumentation Technician (AB Days)

Pfizer

44d•Onsite

About The Position

At Pfizer, we believe that every role contributes to our mission of improving patients' lives. Whether you are involved in the design and development of manufacturing processes for products or supporting the upkeep of systems, engineering is crucial to ensuring customers and patients receive the medicines they need. By collaborating with our forward-thinking engineering team, you'll play a pivotal role in accelerating the delivery of medicines to the world. ROLE SUMMARY The Instrumentation Shop Technicians primary responsibilities are to support manufacturing operations related to equipment, maintain plant electrical/electronic equipment and calibration of instrumentation. Instrumentation Shop Technicians will report to the Maintenance Supervisor. Data entry on Calibration Test Records and assisting with calibration scheduling. Order parts as required to repair equipment. Communicate calibration and work order status with all shifts. Trouble shoots and repairs production and plant electrical/electronic equipment. Trains peers and mechanics on equipment supported by the Instrument Shop. Designs, order parts and installs machine modification. Reviews SOPs. Keeps current on training. Assists with plant audits. Makes recommendations on equipment upgrades. Designs, order parts, and installs machine modification. Reviews SOPs. Assists with plant safety programs and safety awareness. Promotes teamwork, a positive work environment and an atmosphere that enhances continuous improvement. Actively participates in meetings and projects. All other duties on an as needed basis including but not limited to shutdown support and project support.

Requirements

Must be able to repair/troubleshoot plant electrical systems, 120-480 volt, single and 3 phase circuits, motors and motor starters
Troubleshoot, repair and program PLC equipment, be familiar with VFD's and proximity/photoelectric controllers
Be able to perform maintenance duties which include troubleshooting mechanical drives, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, read mechanical and electrical drawings, and replacing drive components
Technical education preferred – Experience may be substituted
Ability to communicate information using tact and persuasion as appropriate requiring good oral and written communication skills
Effective written, oral skills and presentation skills
Collects and researches data; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; approaches problems objectively and systematically; draws accurate conclusions from complex information
This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in a food and beverage, health care, chemical or pharmaceutical industry is preferred
Experience working in a GMP environment is preferred

Responsibilities

Support manufacturing operations related to equipment
Maintain plant electrical/electronic equipment and calibration of instrumentation
Data entry on Calibration Test Records and assisting with calibration scheduling
Order parts as required to repair equipment
Communicate calibration and work order status with all shifts
Trouble shoots and repairs production and plant electrical/electronic equipment
Trains peers and mechanics on equipment supported by the Instrument Shop
Designs, order parts and installs machine modification
Reviews SOPs
Keeps current on training
Assists with plant audits
Makes recommendations on equipment upgrades
Assists with plant safety programs and safety awareness
Promotes teamwork, a positive work environment and an atmosphere that enhances continuous improvement
Actively participates in meetings and projects
Shutdown support and project support
To work and function in a team environment operating 24/7
To ensure all company and Site Engineering policies and procedures are adhered to
To ensure all work carried out and equipment installed is safe, effective and in compliance with the appropriate industry standards
To ensure all work undertaken is reflected accurately in Work Order documentation and/or up to date Engineering / project information files
To be the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) - EAMS expert in a cGMP environment
To review and approve work carried out to systems and equipment by OEM suppliers, alliance partners, service and construction type contractors
To implement all planned maintenance activities in accordance with cGMP and excellence in engineering practices
When necessary review all Maintenance Task Lists, SOP’s and other relevant documentation to instigate the necessary changes post review
To deliver training in line with site training procedures, when required
To pursue solutions consistent with continuous improvement philosophy
Overall equipment improvement effectiveness
Analysis and trending of downtime issues
Facilitating analysis of latest technologies for equipment
Review the performance and operation of equipment
Analyze Preventative Maintenance routines and ensure appropriateness and value

Benefits

eligibility for overtime, weekend, holiday and other pay premiums depending on the work schedule and the Company’s policies
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
health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage

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