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Responsible for providing technical and process engineering expertise to maximize site equipment availability, reliability and reduce maintenance costs through system and process continuous improvement, i.e., LEAN principles and Continuous Improvement methodology.  Develop and implement strategies and methods that improve manufacturing processes and procedures resulting in enhanced equipment performance.  Technically support all aspects of site operations while ensuring compliance with SOPs, cGMPs, safety procedures, quality standards, OSHA standards, other regulatory agency standards, good maintenance practices, and corporate initiatives. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the biopharmaceutical/mAbs manufacturing processes at the Sanford site. 

What You Will Achieve

In this role, you will:

Provide technical support for equipment and process improvement initiatives using good engineering practices, simple & advanced problem-solving techniques.

• Foster a Safety Culture
• Work closely with manufacturing personnel/other departments to resolve manufacturing issues and implement process improvements.
• Lead implementation of moderately complex process equipment upgrades and optimization.
• Provide process engineering support to capital projects for new bioprocess equipment purchase, installation and facility integration.
• Trouble shooting moderately complex issues with site process equipment.

• Coordination with maintenance, plant engineers, validation and automation colleagues in support of manufacturing operations. 
• Experience with Pharmaceutical clean room design and requirements
• Plan and Forecast work required to support manufacturing with minimal guidance from supervisor.    

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• BA/BS with 2+ years of experience or MBA/MS with any years of relevant experience or High school diploma (or equivalent) with 8+ years of experience or associate’s degree with 6+ years of experience
• Experience with process automation systems
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Current Good Manufacturing Practices (part of GxP)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to manage moderately complex issues and foster consensus among teams

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• Proficiency in technical writing and document reviews
• Knowledge of contemporary technologies and best aseptic practices
• Proactive approach to promoting safety within the workplace
• 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

  

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Incumbent’s primarily work environment is varied with time allocated inside and outside all buildings of this complex and includes potential exposure to hazardous materials and energy sources requires the appropriate use of Personal Protection Equipment  
• Work involves direct contact with utilities and process equipment including, but is not limited to, aseptic processing equipment, bioreactors, tangential flow equipment, centrifuge, chromatography columns, HEPA filters, high purity water systems including WFI, sanitary distribution, clean steam, process gases, and process control systems.  

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

• The incumbent in this position would typically work a routine weekly work schedule but may be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, or extended hours to support manufacturing operations, shutdowns, maintenance activities, project execution, investigations, or emergency response activities.
• Travel to other Pfizer sites, industry conferences, supplier facilities, Factory Acceptance Testing activities, and vendor locations may occasionally be required. The position may require working in manufacturing, utility, maintenance, and construction environments where adherence to all applicable safety requirements is mandatory.

Other Information

Last date to apply: October 28th, 2026
Work Location Assignment: On Premise

 

 

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $82,700.00 to $137,900.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 10.0% of the base salary. We offer 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. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

 

 

Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer.

U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.

 

 

 

 

 

 

To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on Pfizer Careers.

 

 

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