Assistant Associate - Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Role Overview

Join Pfizer's pharmaceutical manufacturing team where your efforts ensure critical medications reach patients and healthcare providers timely. Your role is vital in maintaining high-quality manufacturing standards and supporting the delivery of life-saving treatments.

Primary Responsibilities

• Contribute individually to team objectives, represent your workgroup in department discussions, and promote a collaborative atmosphere.
• Manage and prioritize your tasks effectively, while guiding junior colleagues in organizing their workloads.
• Perform assignments following established procedures, suggest improvements in delivery and processes, troubleshoot issues, and lead training efforts for team members.
• Share expertise across multiple groups and deliver thorough technical instruction to peers.
• Proactively identify and resolve complex problems, making informed decisions within defined environments.
• Operate under general guidance, independently complete repetitive tasks, and escalate novel challenges to supervisors.
• Ensure that non-standard work complies with Pfizer’s standards and uphold internal guidelines and values with accountability.
• Generate work orders and complete them with accuracy and promptness, maintaining safety and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) compliance.
• Modify standard procedures as needed, discover opportunities for process improvement, and select appropriate methods for different situations.
• Maintain precise documentation, track equipment use, assist supervisors with investigations and improvements, and produce reports to evaluate training requirements and monitor progress.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• At least 4 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or related industries
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Comprehensive knowledge and application of cGMPs
• Strong analytical ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Capability to work independently and collaboratively within teams
• Familiarity with standard office software and manufacturing operational systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related fields
• Experience applying Lean Manufacturing methodologies
• Understanding of regulatory compliance and quality control standards
• Knowledge of Pfizer’s Learning Solutions and Quality Tracking Systems
• Flexibility to adjust to shifting priorities and handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously
• Skills in mentoring and training less experienced team members
• Basic understanding and curiosity regarding AI tools to boost productivity

Additional Information

Pfizer is committed to equal employment opportunities and adheres to legislation within all jurisdictions. Candidates are encouraged to review Pfizer’s guidelines on the acceptable use of AI during recruitment processes.