Manager / TL Aseptic Manufacturing 1100am-730pm

Pfizer • Rochester, MI

1d • $106,000 - $171,500 • Onsite

About The Position

Use Your Power for Purpose Our breakthroughs would not make it to the hands of patients without our pharmaceutical manufacturing team. We rely on a team of dedicated and agile 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 look to improve outcomes. You will help to ensure that patients and physicians have the medicines they need when they need them SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The successful candidate will oversee a team of manufacturing operators engaged in the production of aseptic pharmaceutical products. Demonstrating personal leadership, initiative, sound judgment, and accountability is essential, as well as exhibiting strong planning and organizational capabilities. The role requires exceptional communication skills, integrity, and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and groups from diverse backgrounds. Responsibilities include managing production cost centers and supervising manufacturing personnel to ensure high-quality output. The candidate will uphold rigorous regulatory compliance standards and contribute to the development of both behavioral and technical competencies within a culture of continuous improvement to support patient needs. This position is responsible for overseeing aseptic prep, micronizing, gel compounding, formulation, and filling of sterile injectable products at the Rochester site. Collaboration within a team of managers and technical staff is required to ensure operational excellence. Strong teamwork and advanced technical skills are necessary, along with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to existing processes and equipment. Comprehensive knowledge of compliance requirements, as well as pharmaceutical, pharmacological, biological, biochemical, medical, and microbiological principles, is expected. As a manager, you will be accountable for achieving objectives and preparing resource forecasts. You will provide technical guidance and oversight to your team, assist with problem-solving, and support the professional development of colleagues. Ensuring effective counseling and corrective action when necessary is integral to fostering an environment where all team members can realize their full potential. Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding and application of industry, functional, and Pfizer-specific principles, theories, concepts, and practices, accompanied by a general awareness of related disciplines. Possesses knowledge of foundational leadership principles, with a primary focus on supervising defined processes and production teams—roles which may demand in-depth, specialized expertise. Consistently provides solutions to a broad spectrum of challenging and complex issues, leveraging ingenuity, innovation, and creativity, and occasionally referencing precedents and established policies. Exhibits strong analytical skills through information gathering, evaluation, and interpretation, adeptly identifying cause-and-effect relationships. Solutions are both practical and thorough, aligning with organizational objectives. Demonstrates adaptability and constructive responsiveness to evolving priorities and interactions within the team environment, while operating in accordance with established HR policies and basic colleague relations guidelines. Your dedication and commitment are vital in preparing Pfizer to reach new milestones and in supporting patients worldwide. What You Will Achieve In this role, you will:

Requirements

• Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with at least 4 years of experience; OR a master's degree with at least 2 years of experience; OR a PhD with 0+ years of experience; OR as associate's degree with 8 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 10 years of relevant experience
• Previous supervisory or related experience required.
• A strong personal motivation and aptitude for coaching, leading, and managing individuals and teams.
• An aptitude for understanding process technology and equipment, aseptic processing, proven leadership ability, decision making ability, and excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Candidate must possess flexibility to respond to constantly changing conditions and priorities.
• This position is in a Penicillin facility. The candidates must not be allergic to penicillin.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant pharmaceutical industry experience
• Previous leadership experience
• Experience in providing technical leadership while working remotely
• Strong project management skills
• Ability to navigate complex organizational structures
• Experience in fostering both behavioral and technical growth within an organization
• Strong collaboration skills
• Experience in setting objectives and forecasting resource needs
• 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

Responsibilities

• Manage staff engaged in production or process completion, ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements, cGMPs, GDPs, and company policies, procedures, and objectives.
• Coordinate multiple departmental projects, often involving collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Devise solutions for a variety of complex challenges that demand regular use of creativity, innovation, and ingenuity.
• Work collaboratively with quality, production, procurement, suppliers, and forwarding agents to maintain consistent supply.
• Liaise with senior personnel both within and outside the company on issues that often require organizational coordination.
• Support investigations and continuous improvement efforts by applying tools to enhance quality, reduce costs, improve safety, or shorten cycle times.
• Maintain audit readiness and organize daily production activity schedules.
• Lead, mentor, and develop team members to encourage ongoing growth and establish attainable goals.
• Deliver product quality and production results punctually and within budget.
• Promote high performance through effective management and development of a versatile workforce.
• Design efficient workflows, monitor specific outcomes, and address areas for process improvement.
• Act as a subject matter expert for the team when needed and provide support regarding equipment or human error deviations.
• Advocate for best practices in aseptic techniques and behaviors by offering timely feedback.
• Assist with the creation of On-the-Job Training (OJT) documentation.
• Complete necessary SAP transactions for processes.
• Review batch records before and after processing to ensure accuracy and completion.
• Oversee Tier 2 Digital Operations Center (DOC), including the daily schedule, shift meeting board assignments, daily priorities, and operator rotation planning.
• Initiate EAMS Maintenance work orders.
• Distribute new and updated Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and forms.
• Complete checklists for material order processing.
• Review LUMACs and logbooks for accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain personal operator qualifications to ensure effective support across all manufacturing operations.
• Conduct timecard reviews and approvals.
• Supervise performance of Manufacturing and Aseptic Technicians teams.
• Prepare Manufacturing Event Reports as required.

Benefits

• In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 15.0% 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.
• Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager