Associate Manager

Use Your Power for Purpose At Pfizer we believe that every role contributes to our mission of improving patients lives Whether you are involved in the design and development of manufacturing processes for products or supporting the upkeep of systems engineering is crucial to ensuring customers and patients receive the medicines they need By collaborating with our forward-thinking engineering team you ll play a pivotal role in accelerating the delivery of medicines to the world What You Will Achieve Pharmaceutical Process Equipment Expertise In-depth knowledge of operation maintenance and troubleshooting of equipments GMP Regulatory Compliance Strong understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices GMP FDA MHRA and other regulatory requirements governing pharmaceutical manufacturing Preventive Predictive Maintenance Proficient in developing and executing preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to minimize downtime and extend equipment life Root Cause Analysis RCA Skilled in conducting failure investigations and implementing corrective and preventive actions CAPA to address recurring equipment issues Computerized Maintenance Management Systems CMMS Hands-on experience with CMMS platforms for scheduling tracking and documenting maintenance activities Equipment Qualification Validation Support Familiar with IQ OQ PQ protocols and supporting validation activities for new and existing equipment Technical Documentation SOP Development Ability to create and maintain detailed maintenance SOPs equipment logs and compliance documentation Cross-Functional Collaboration Effective communication and coordination with production quality assurance engineering and external vendors Continuous Improvement Reliability Engineering Focused on identifying opportunities for process and equipment optimization using tools like FMEA TPM and Six Sigma Perform routine and preventive maintenance on Fill finished lines Linke Vial Washer Tunnel Filling and capping equipment Part Washer and Solution preparation equipment s Ensure all maintenance activities comply with GMP FDA and other regulatory requirements Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical electrical and automation-related equipment issues Develop and optimize maintenance SOPs checklists and documentation in alignment with quality standards Coordinate with cross-functional teams during equipment qualification validation and change control processes Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends root causes of failures and opportunities for reliability improvement Manage spare parts inventory and vendor relationships for timely procurement and support Mentor junior engineers and technicians and lead training initiatives on equipment maintenance best practices To effectively trend equipment breakdowns and implement corrective actions for improving reliability here s a structured approach based on best practices in reliability engineering and maintenance management Calibrate instruments such as pressure gauges temperature sensors flow meters and analytical instruments Work with PLCs SCADA and DCS systems used in pharmaceutical manufacturing Support automation projects and upgrades Here Is What You Need Minimum Requirements High school diploma or equivalent with 8 years of experience or associate s degree with 6 years of experience Experience with Root Cause Failure Analysis Equipment Criticality Ranking PM PdM optimization and or Failure Modes and Effects Analysis Experience with Filling Line and Part Washer Strong knowledge and understanding of Current Good Manufacturing Practices part of GxP Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to manage complex issues and foster consensus among teams Bonus Points If You Have Preferred Requirements Experience in the pharmaceutical sector Proficiency in technical writing and document reviews Knowledge of contemporary technologies and best aseptic practices Proactive approach to promoting safety within the workplace Work Location Assignment On Premise Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates Engineering