at Pfizer
Location
United States - Kansas - McPherson
Compensation
$54k–$90k USD
Type
full time
Posted
3 days ago
Market range · function + seniority
p25 · target · p75 · n=800
Posted $90k · in the market band
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Use Your Power for Purpose
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
In this role you will:
Self-motivated with ability to work in a team environment and independently.
Work in a clean manufacturing environment, requiring special garments to be worn. Demonstrated proficiency in gown/de-gown (i.e. aseptic) process. Responsible for the proper operation of production equipment, equipment downtime, and scrap rate.
Perform machine set-up, repairs, adjustments, changeovers, emergency repair/replacement, and preventative maintenance on production equipment per the applicable procedures.
Interact and interpret data from production equipment automated control systems and displays.
Adhere to all safety requirements (e.g. PPE, LOTO, etc.) and process step requirements (e.g. SOP, Batch Records).
Communicate and inform management of all safety issues, quality issue, and equipment repair plan of action recommendations.
Communicate effectively with team members and management to achieve production deliverables and schedule adherence.
Support the Integrated Manufacturing Excellence (IMEx) activities (e.g. Continuous Improvement (CI), Standard Work (SW), and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) including tracking metrics).
Demonstrated proficiency in current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Good Documentation Practice, and following detailed instructions.
Demonstrated proficiency working work with automated production equipment.
Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting and Root Cause analysis.
Certified Trainer. Coaches and trains new hires.
SME of the production equipment within respective area.
SME for operations and technical resources outside the department.
Partners with PES in planning and organizing shutdown activities.
Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)
3-6 years of pharmaceutical manufacturing experience.
Requires High School Diploma (or Equivalent).
Problem solving mindset.
Possess necessary mechanical skills to perform the required machine set-up, repairs and adjustments in order to keep equipment operating efficiently.
Proficiently operate/maintain various standard maintenance tools/equipment including basic hand and power tools, multi-meters, and other mechanical equipment.
Ability to read, interpret, and perform job duties described in operating procedure, product batch records, and other equipment related documentation (e.g. vendor manuals, P&ID, schematics, drawings, etc.).
Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements):
5+ years of relevant pharmaceutical manufacturing experience as operator/mechanic.
Technical school/ Auto Mechanic Program Certificate and/or Industrial maintenance/repair experience.
Physical/Mental Requirements
Stand 8-12 hours per shift, sit 2-4 hours per shift, use computer terminal 1 hour per shift.
Change into area required garments (i.e. scrubs, shoes, PPE, safety glasses) 2-3 times per shift.
Work around moving/rotating equipment, work around chemicals, work in hearing conservation area, work on knees or non-standing position occasionally for repairs. Requires physical activity for equipment repair, adjustment and operation of equipment.
Respond to visual/audible warning and alarm indicators, respond to color or other visual indicators.
Walk on floors/catwalks, climb stairs/ladders.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Non-Standard Work Schedule, Travel, or Environment Requirements
Support production schedule and project schedule which may require after hour support and weekend coverage.
Ability to work overtime as required.
Travel required only for special projects if assigned.
Other Job Details
Last day to apply: May 14th, 2026.
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.

Sunshine Act
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. Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.
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.
Pfizer endeavors to make www.pfizer.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing, please email disabilityrecruitment@pfizer.com. This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website, online application process and/or interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned.
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