Sr. Manager, US Process Automation Lead

Pfizer • Schoolcraft Township, MI

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Use Your Power for Purpose The US Automation Lead, GH&B Global Engineering will be a member of the GH&B GE PCT Team and be responsible for supporting six US sites for all aspects of automation. The role will also involve coordination with the GH&B GE International PCT to support 6 international sites as needed. Occasional support may be needed throughout the Pfizer network at internal and external manufacturing sites What You Will Achieve Provide technical automation support and oversight for GH&B US manufacturing sites. Establish and facilitate management of GH&B metrics, KPIs and operational reviews across the GE PCT, working with each site to develop and maintain a best in class automation program. Drive Standardization & optimize GH&B automation solutions and automation master planning at sites. Support automation projects that may include manufacturing equipment such as: filling, packaging, particle monitoring, BMS, batch operations, miscellaneous equipment. Drive site automation master planning and long term strategy on automation programs. Review automation scope and execution plan of capital investments and contribute to project team execution strategy and resource planning for large projects. Oversee large master service agreements and negotiate with large automation partners.

Requirements

• Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with at least 6 years of experience; OR a master's degree with at least 5 years of experience; OR a PhD with 1+ years of experience
• Experience in production, engineering or process automation
• At site experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of Rockwell Automation (PLC & SCADA) Systems and AMPS solution platforms.
• Strong project management, change agility and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proven ability to define and lead projects, track and execute with quality and timeliness on complex programs of work.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Facilitation managing up, across and Proven ability to build relationships and influence across teams
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Clearly and concisely summarize complex issues, key outcomes, and importance to the audience, including senior leaders; able to work with different cultures.
• Significant time on laptop & telecons (remote with global teams).
• Site visits may require walking, lifting equipment and gowning into aseptic environments.
• Flexibility to work across global time zones, stretching from the US with occasional international support.
• Travel is anticipated to be ~(10- 25)% throughout the year.
• This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical automation support and oversight for GH&B US manufacturing sites.
• Establish and facilitate management of GH&B metrics, KPIs and operational reviews across the GE PCT, working with each site to develop and maintain a best in class automation program.
• Drive Standardization & optimize GH&B automation solutions and automation master planning at sites.
• Support automation projects that may include manufacturing equipment such as: filling, packaging, particle monitoring, BMS, batch operations, miscellaneous equipment.
• Drive site automation master planning and long term strategy on automation programs.
• Review automation scope and execution plan of capital investments and contribute to project team execution strategy and resource planning for large projects.
• Oversee large master service agreements and negotiate with large automation partners.

Benefits

• participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 17.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager