Bioprocess Technician IV (2nd Shift) Job at Pfizer, Sanford, NC

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  • Pfizer
  • Sanford, NC

Job Description

Use Your Power for Purpose

Our breakthroughs would not reach the hands of patients without our dedicated pharmaceutical manufacturing team. We rely on agile members who understand the critical impact of their role in Pfizer's mission. Patients need colleagues like you who take pride in their work and continuously strive to improve outcomes. Your efforts ensure that patients and physicians have timely access to the medicines they need.

What You Will Achieve

In this role, you will:

  • Executes manufacturing operations on the production floor for buffer/media make-up tanks, glass washers, autoclaves, bioreactors / fermentors, drug product filling, filtration equipment, inoculum preparation, chromatography skids and/or UF/DF skids with varying levels of automation.
  • Follow SOPs and batch records for unit operations
  • Support operation of manufacturing equipment and issue resolution associated with process equipment commissioning, qualification, and validation.
  • Drive troubleshooting, technical support/analysis, and resolution of equipment, automation, and process issues on the manufacturing floor.
  • Drive for right first time and continuous improvement execution, the timely review of daily documentation and completes data entry; identify and/or communicate process and compliance concerns in real time.
  • Support audits and observation improvements.
  • Collaborate with the Subject Matter Expert for manufacturing operations in support of QTS investigations and CAPA implementations.
  • Responsible for remaining current on assigned training.
  • Implements Lean Manufacturing, Sustainability, Operational Excellence initiatives; facilitate the drive towards continuous improvement in all manufacturing areas.
  • Collaborate in the escalation process through various levels of management when operations, personnel safety, equipment functionality, product supply, and/or quality compliance are at risk.
  • Ensures work requests are generated when issues arise with facility / manufacturing equipment.
  • Proficient in enterprise systems to support manufacturing operations including but not limited to, SAP, LIMS, AMPS, PDOCS, and/or QTS.
  • Ensure and participate in the performance of cleaning, inventory, and maintaining facility in a safe and GMP compliant manner.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 4+ years of experience, particularly in a pharmaceutical or other cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices) environment
  • Effective verbal and written communication
  • Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting production equipment
  • Strong understanding of cGMP and safety regulations
  • Ability to maintain accurate documentation and records
  • Experience in a clean room environment
  • Competence in using automated and enterprise systems
  • Effective cross-functional communication skills

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

  • Experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
  • Knowledge of process improvement methodologies
  • Ability to train and mentor less-experienced colleagues
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic work environment

Physical / Mental Requirements

  • Requires the moving of heavy equipment and the ability to lift ~40 pounds.
  • Moderate repetitive standing, sitting, bending, and ladder climbing on a daily basis.
  • The incumbent needs to take the necessary safety precautions when working with pressurized systems, steam, and corrosive chemicals.
  • The incumbent is required to attain knowledge of the operational equipment.
  • The incumbent will be required to assist in solving problems regarding site assessment, specific units used in Biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
  • The incumbent must be able to follow SOPs, MBRs and be able to use a multitude of enterprise systems including SAP, Delta-V, etc.

Non-Standard Work Schedule, Travel or Environment Requirements

  • Supports a 24/7 facility. M-F 2nd Shift 2:00PM- 10:30PM.
  • Ability to support operations and training in other shifts when needed.
  • Ability to work weekends when needed

Other Job Details

  • Last day to apply: July 25th, 2025
  • Employee Referral Bonus eligible
  • Work Location Assignment: On Premise

The salary for this position ranges from $25.37 to $42.29 per hour. In addition, this position offers eligibility for overtime, weekend, holiday, and other pay premiums depending on the work schedule and the Company's policies. 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.

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

Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider's name, address, and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act.

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 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.

Pfizer

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Permanent employment, Local area, Relocation package, Shift work, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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