What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Engineer, Compounding position at Pfizer?
Why Patients Need You
The individual selected will be a key part of the McPherson Technical Services Group which delivers science-based solutions every day. The primary function is to implement the solutions for technical problems under moderate supervision in a structured environment. The individual will develop knowledge of drug products and pharmaceutical processes and implement process improvements in conjunction with manufacturing operations.
This position specifically involves supporting component qualifications, supplier change notifications, component specification development, evaluating new and innovative technologies, developing/improving processes for new and existing products. The individual will serve a technical representative for primary components used at the facility. This position will work in a team environment to provide day-to-day plant technical support, data driven problem solving, and participating in processing engineering activities. The position will assist with investigation of production process problems.
What You Will Achieve
Contribute to the completion of projects, manage own time to meet agreed upon targets and develop plans for activities on projects.
Lead process improvements, collect data to justify recommendations for improvements in production processes and collaborate with technical staff to implement process technology initiatives.
Support investigations to determine root cause and implement appropriate corrective and preventive actions.
Proposes process improvement opportunities and/or corrective actions to increase yield, maximize capacity, reduce costs and decrease process variability.
Develop process flow diagrams for illustrating critical process and material flow.
Executes engineering trials, author technical reports summarizing results to support component qualifications, product impact assessments and investigations.
Analyze, apply, and interpret information and identify cause and effect relationships.
Evaluate new materials and primary packaging components.
Qualifications
Must-Have
Must have a High School Diploma (or Equivalent) and 6 years of relevant experience OR an associate’s degree with 4 years of experience OR a bachelor’s degree with 0 years of experience.
Must possess excellent communication skills and attention to details
Demonstrated problem solving capabilities
Ability to get tasks accomplished and manage priorities while working in high pressure situations with aggressive time constraints
Competency in PC software such as MS Word, Excel and Project
Basic Project management skills
Self-starter with the ability to work with moderate supervision
Nice-to-Have
Exposure to global regulations on devices, drugs, validation/qualification requirements.
Knowledge of statistical software such as Minitab or JMP is desirable
Knowledge of Six Sigma and Statistical Analysis principles
Experience with data analysis and technical report writing
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
No unique physical requirements
Remains organized & positive in ambiguous and fast-paced, rapidly changing situations
Ability to analyze data from detailed schedule and risk management tools
Interface effectively with multiple stakeholder groups
NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
Limited travel required.
Non-standard work hour support of global conference calls, 24/7 manufacturing, etc. required when needed, though not typical of weekly requirements.
Other Job Details:
Work Location Assignment: On Premise
Last Day To Apply: August 5th
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.
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EEO & Employment Eligibility
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EngineeringBenefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Maternity & Paternity LeaveSalary : $68,600 - $114,300