Process Technician Apprentice

Use Your Power for Purpose

Our breakthroughs would not reach the hands of patients without our dedicated pharmaceutical manufacturing team. We rely on agile members who understand the critical impact of their role in Pfizer’s mission. Patients need colleagues like you who take pride in their work and continuously strive to improve outcomes. Your efforts ensure that patients and physicians have timely access to the medicines they need. 

What You Will Achieve

In this role, you will:

• Support the implementation of new technologies for process execution and analysis.
• Conduct daily documentation reviews, perform data entry tasks, track inventory, schedule maintenance, troubleshoot equipment, follow SOPs, complete accountability reports, pull samples for testing, perform routine tests, and maintain cleanliness and sanitization of manufacturing environments.
• Develop skills in team effectiveness and communication, contributing to team goals.
• Manage personal time and professional development, being accountable for results.
• Execute routine tasks by following prescribed steps within agreed timeframes.
• Identify and address issues in routine processes.
• Gain in-depth knowledge of work processes and business within your area.
• Solve routine problems using skills and knowledge, seeking help when needed.
• Complete assignments under close supervision, adhering to guidelines and procedures.
• Ensure work is reviewed for accuracy, quality, and adherence to standards.
• Learn and adhere to Pfizer standards, guidelines, and values.
• Hold oneself accountable for maintaining high standards and values.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic mechanical knowledge and experience in using hand tools
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and procedures
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• Manufacturing experience in a Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) or other regulated environment
• Experience with process improvement methodologies
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Adaptability and openness to change
• Familiarity and basic understanding of common AI tools and a curiosity for learning how they can be used to enhance productivity

  

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Requires the moving of heavy equipment and the ability to lift ~50 pounds. The incumbent needs to take the necessary safety precautions when working with pressurized systems, steam, and corrosive chemicals.
• The incumbent is required to attain detail knowledge of the operational equipment.
• The incumbent will be required to solve problems regarding site assessment, specific units used in Biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

The incumbent must be able to express ideas into SOPs, MFRs and be able to use a multitude of programs including Excel, Word, Power Point, etc.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

• 1st shift 6am - 6pm, rotating
• 2nd shift 2pm - 2am, rotating

Work Location Assignment: On Premise
The salary for this position ranges from $21.78 to $36.31 per hour. In addition, this position offers eligibility for overtime, weekend, holiday and other pay premiums depending on the work schedule and the Company’s policies. 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 applies only to the United States - Massachusetts - Andover location.

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.

To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on Pfizer Careers.

Manufacturing