What are the responsibilities and job description for the Packaging Engineering Technician (1st Shift) Vaccine Operations position at Pfizer?
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Role Summary
The Packaging Engineering Technician serves as the technical SME on all Sterile Packaging lines. The Packaging Engineering Technician also oversees all set up and changeovers on both automated and semi-automated lines. The Packaging Engineering Technician will work on special projects and assist engineering and maintenance with trouble shooting, validation, preventive maintenance, and other miscellaneous support. The Packaging Engineering Technician will also run lines and be expected to know duties and responsibilities of Line Coordinator, and Material Handler positions. The Packaging Engineering Technician will also be required to learn and be qualified on all packaging line equipment performing basic, repetitive manufacturing or packaging operations.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
The Packaging Engineering Technician will be required to set-up, operate, change-over, maintain, and basic troubleshoot Packaging equipment used in Injectable Packaging. The Packaging Engineering Technician will monitor, evaluate and adjust processes or equipment to maximize quality and efficiency, and make some minor repairs as required. The Packaging Engineering Technician will be responsible for completion of batch records, associated documentation Work Center Performance Monitoring (WPM) and SAP entries. The Packaging Engineering Technician will be responsible for helping to train other Packaging Engineering Technician, Line Coordinators and Inspection Operator. Additional responsibilities may include running the lines, coordinate startups and clearances. The Packaging Engineering Technician will coordinate with maintenance to complete repairs and develop solutions to mechanical hindrances. The Packaging Engineering Technician will provide support to the Packaging Technicians, Production Specialist, Leads and Plant Professionals for new equipment, and upgrades to existing equipment. The Packaging Engineering Technician will need to effectively communicate with other line colleagues and support personnel. The Packaging Engineering Technician will ensure all tasks are performed in accordance with applicable safety guidelines, as well as appropriate processing standards, SOP’s such as FDA's current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience: The successful candidate will have a HS Diploma and at least 4 years applicable experience or a BA/BS degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Physical/Biological Sciences, Business, Integrated Supply Management, or related applicable discipline that will enable the team to meet its mission.
Certificates, Licenses or Registrations: Powered Industrial Vehicle (Low Lift / Motorized Hand Lift)
Language Skills: Good oral and written communication skills
Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate percentages as well as multiplication and division
Reasoning Ability: Ability to analyze and troubleshoot automated equipment and processes
Physical Demands: Repetitive bending, lifting, and twisting as well as standing for extended periods of time.
Work Environment: Colleague is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The light level in the work environment is lowered to accommodate inspection processes. Use eye protection is required.
Math and reading skills required for SOP, GMP and Batch Record comprehension. Ability to contribute to department success in a team environment and perform tasks at a productive level under demanding conditions is mandatory. Must be self-motivated and willing to learn new and changing responsibilities. Requires a demonstrated ability to self-direct daily activities to meet production schedule.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Lifting, sitting, standing, walking, bending, ability to perform mathematical calculations and ability to perform complex data analysis
NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
Works a 7-2, 7-2, 7-3 work schedule. Over a four week period, works Mon-Sun (7 days), off Mon-Tues (2 days), works Wed-Tues (7 days), off Wed-Thurs (2 days), works Fri-Thurs (7 days), & off Fri-Sun (3 days). Weekend, holiday, and overtime may be required to meet business or customer needs. This operation will work 24x7x365.
OTHER JOB DETAILS
- Last Date to Apply for Job: February 23rd, 2022
Pfizer requires all U.S. new hires to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to the first date of employment. As required by applicable law, Pfizer will consider requests for Reasonable Accommodations.
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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.
