MAP Training Mgr/TL

Pfizer • Kalamazoo, MI

4d • $106,000 - $176,600 • Onsite

About The Position

USE YOUR POWER FOR PURPOSE The Training Manager/TL is key member of the MAP Operations team at the Kalamazoo site.  The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining and executing a cGMP compliant training program and providing regular updates regarding the status of the program and its team members. Other responsibilities will be to assist the 1st shift Mgr/TL in the hiring, onboarding and training of colleagues to build the MAP operations floor team from 4 to 35 colleagues by 2030. WHAT YOU WILL ACHIEVE In this role, you will: Develop and maintain defined Training offerings in compliance with good manufacturing practices (cGMP) guidelines, as well as federal, state, and local regulations. Key Responsibilities include: Ensuring compliance with all regulations and guidelines including safety, quality and environmental. Developing the vision, strategy and flexibility to be change agile for Training system for the MAP project. Partner with operations and support teams to provide updates to operations SOPs / OJTs /Curricula. Create and support prioritization of the Training systems for each key work centers and develop an implementation plan. Managing operations related to all Training sources. Key member of the PCT IMEx team focused on CI / TPM opportunities to support continued training improvement opportunities. Work with technical support staff to trouble shoot technology issues and identify and implement process improvements. Maintain working relationship with leadership and SME’s across all DP units to allow planned responses to training gaps as a way to support all of Drug Product training needs. Support operations teams by being familiar with and having a working knowledge of all processes and equipment for the MAP facility. Demonstrate integrity, initiative, judgment, and accountability in day-to-day work activities in addition to strong planning/organizational skills. Demonstrate technical skills required to support training design and documentation.

Requirements

• Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with at least 4 years of experience; OR a master's degree with at least 2 years of experience; OR a PhD with 0+ years of experience; OR as associate's degree with 8 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 10 years of relevant experience.
• Proven ability to contribute to and lead project teams.
• Demonstrated capability to work effectively in a cross-cultural environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization
• Experience in managing multiple projects and ongoing work activities.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, cGMPs, and company policies.

Nice To Haves

• Previous leadership experience.
• Experience in providing technical leadership while working remotely.
• Strong project management skills.
• Ability to navigate complex organizational structures.
• Experience in fostering both behavioral and technical growth within an organization.
• Strong collaboration skills.
• Experience in setting objectives and forecasting resource needs.
• Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity.
• Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use.
• Previous experience leveraging Compliance and Training techniques including course design and continuous improvement programs.
• Familiar with QTS functions, SOP, OJT and Curricula concepts and authoring.
• Strong technical/mechanical skills and the ability to understand complex Aseptic operations and processes.
• Ability to collaborate with off-site teams.
• Ability to learn new technologies and adapt to change.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvements and implement programs and documents to a successful outcome.
• Understanding the new AMPS EBR system.
• Ability to create and maintain training plans, materials, curricula, and lead training transformation/training efficiency projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain defined Training offerings in compliance with good manufacturing practices (cGMP) guidelines, as well as federal, state, and local regulations.
• Ensuring compliance with all regulations and guidelines including safety, quality and environmental.
• Developing the vision, strategy and flexibility to be change agile for Training system for the MAP project.
• Partner with operations and support teams to provide updates to operations SOPs / OJTs /Curricula.
• Create and support prioritization of the Training systems for each key work centers and develop an implementation plan.
• Managing operations related to all Training sources.
• Key member of the PCT IMEx team focused on CI / TPM opportunities to support continued training improvement opportunities.
• Work with technical support staff to trouble shoot technology issues and identify and implement process improvements.
• Maintain working relationship with leadership and SME’s across all DP units to allow planned responses to training gaps as a way to support all of Drug Product training needs.
• Support operations teams by being familiar with and having a working knowledge of all processes and equipment for the MAP facility.
• Demonstrate integrity, initiative, judgment, and accountability in day-to-day work activities in addition to strong planning/organizational skills.
• Demonstrate technical skills required to support training design and documentation.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees