Process Technician I (3rd Shift)

Pfizer • MI

69d • $19 - $32

About The Position

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).

Requirements

• High school diploma / general education degree (GED)
• 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)

Nice To Haves

• Mechanical experience/aptitude
• Experience handling biologic substances, APIs, or drug products

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions
• Paid vacation, holiday and personal days
• Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
• Health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees