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Pfizer Senior Production Operator in McPherson, Kansas
Why Patients Need You
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.
What You Will Achieve
As part of technical operations, you will be developing and applying your knowledge of procedures, techniques, tools, materials and equipment. Your receptiveness to new ideas will enhance the team's ability to achieve goals and targets. You will follow standard procedures to complete tasks and identify process issues or problems that involve direct application of your skills/knowledge.
It is your hard work and focus that will help in making Pfizer ready to achieve new milestones and help patients across the globe.
How You Will Achieve It
The Senior Production Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, servicing, performing changeovers, making adjustments, assembling/disassembling, cleaning/sterilizing production related equipment in compliance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and safety/security regulations.
Performs necessary machine set-up, repairs, adjustments, changeovers and preventative maintenance on production equipment.
Makes emergency repairs and replacement of identical parts recommending to supervisor the plan of action on equipment, including replacement, modifications and rebuilding.
Performs operation of production equipment with responsibility for production efficiency, utility and equipment downtime.
Stays current with training requirements and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), cGMPs, and batch records.
Qualifications
Must-Have
High School Diploma or GED.
1+ years of work experience in a mechanical, technical, electrical, or related role.
Must possess necessary mechanical skills to perform the required machine set-up, repairs and adjustments in order to keep equipment operating efficiently.
Must be able to read and write as well as follow and provide written and oral instructions.
Must be able to gown aseptically and retain certification regardless of the assigned area.
Must be able to withstand exposure to inks, solvents, heat, steam and liquids.
Stay current with training requirements.
Must be able to communicate and work well with others
Must demonstrate leadership skills, self-motivated, able to work independently and have a problem-solving mindset.
Nice-to-Have
Computer (PC) experience plus knowledge of Word, Excel is helpful.
Prior mechanical/refrigeration repair experience preferred.
Pharmaceutical production experience.
Physical/Mental Requirements
Vision must be correctable to 20/20.
Must be able to read and understand equipment drawings.
Requires continuous physical activity for repair, adjustment and operation of equipment.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Some production areas present exposure to heat, steam and liquids. Ability to work effectively both independently and as a part of a team.
Satisfactory performance and attendance is required.
Non-Standard Work Schedule, Travel, or Environment Requirements
No travel required
This role is a 12-hour night shift, 6pm - 6am on a rotating 2/2/3 schedule. Must be able to work weekends as part of the rotational shift and holidays as needed.
Other Job Details:
- Work location assignment: On Premise
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
Sunshine Act
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EEO & Employment Eligibility
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.
Manufacturing