Pfizer

Manager, Process Engineering - Sterile Inspection

United States - Michigan - Kalamazoo Full time

Use Your Power for Purpose

Our breakthroughs would not make it to the hands of patients without our dedicated and agile pharmaceutical manufacturing team. We rely on 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 strive to improve outcomes. You will help ensure that patients and physicians have the medicines they need when they need them. Your role is crucial in making sure our innovations reach those who need them most. By being part of our team, you contribute to a mission that values dedication and agility, ensuring that every patient receives the best possible care.

What You Will Achieve

In this role, you will:

  • Lead or co-lead moderate to complex projects, effectively managing time and resources.

  • Apply skills and discipline knowledge to contribute to departmental work.

  • Resolve moderately complex problems and develop new options in non-standard situations, operating independently in ambiguous contexts.

  • Work independently on assignments, receiving guidance on unusual or complex issues.

  • Review your own work and seek directional feedback, potentially mentoring other colleagues.

  • Utilize judgment and experience, potentially serving as a resource for others.

  • Coordinate and manage manufacturing technical processes and functions to support technical projects.

  • Identify and implement cost-saving ideas, focusing on efficiency and equipment capacity improvements.

  • Ensure all projects comply with Current Good Manufacturing Practices, regulatory standards, and safety requirements.

  • Develop objectives for assignments and operate independently, especially in ambiguous situations.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

  • BA/BS with at least 4 years of experience or MBA/MS with at least 2 years of experience or PhD/JD with any years of experience or associate's degree with at least 8 years of experience or high School Diploma (or Equivalent) with at least 10 years of relevant experience

  • Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing processes

  • Knowledge of Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)

  • Experience with Wilco Automated Leak Testing Equipment with Pressure Decay, NIR and HSA capabilities

  • Experience with Seidenader Automated Vision Inspection machines

  • Proven ability to contribute to and lead project teams

  • Effective interaction skills across all organizational levels

  • Strong verbal and written communication abilities

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

  • Experience with regulatory standards and safety compliance

  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions in non-standard situations

  • Excellent organizational and time management skills

  • Ability to mentor and guide other colleagues

  • Experience in implementing cost-saving initiatives

  • 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

  • Gowning to access production floor will be required.

  • Ability to troubleshoot complex automated systems is required.

  • Mature project and presentation skills and financial and business acumen are required.

Non-Standard work schedule, travel or environment requirement

  • Travel may be required for specific projects, training, or network support.  Job may also require occasional weekend/evening work supporting a 24-hour/7-day operation.

Other job details

  • Last day to apply: May 4th, 2026

  • Work Location Assignment: On Premise

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $99,200.00 to $165,400.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 12.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. 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.

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.

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Manufacturing