Preparation Operator

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• This incumbent is a member of Component Preparation (CP), an operational support team within the Plant Supply & Logistics focus factory. Under the supervision of the CP team lead, the incumbent may be responsible for material inventory management, general maintenance, cleaning, and testing activities, while also aiding in the preparation and inspection of sterile materials used in drug product manufacturing according to validated parameters.
• Incumbent responsibilities also include cleaning, sterilizing, and assembly of critical batch‑related equipment, operation of sterilization transfer chambers, and maintaining compliance with applicable SOPs, Batch Records, and regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, USP).
• Accurate record‑keeping per cGMP data‑integrity regulations and communication of all process or specification deviations.
• Participation in teamwork, adherence to safety practices, and routine performance of role functions with minimal supervision.
• Assisting with metrics reporting and initiating and developing continuous‑improvement project plans.
• Managing raw‑material inventory, transportation, and disposal; maintaining a forklift license through required safety training.
• Assisting in the production of sterilized materials and components for drug manufacturing; performing tasks such as sterile material transfer, equipment loading/unloading, washer/sterilizer operation, vessel operation, and filtration.
• Accurately performing quality‑control assays per SOPs.
• Maintaining high attention to detail while cleaning, sterilizing, and assembling critical batch equipment and operating sterile transfer into aseptic zones.
• Contributing to general area maintenance tasks, PM of equipment, data review of peers, and mentorship of new staff.
• Contributing to housekeeping, chemical and hazardous waste disposal, and compliance with safety policies.
• Participating in non‑routine activity or projects to support the team’s goals.

• High school diploma or GED with 4+ years of related experience (+certifications).
• Knowledge of biological sterilization methods, mathematical calculations, and metric system usage.

• Training in effective sterilization methods and computerized record‑keeping.
• 1‑4 years of relevant experience in an industrial pharmaceutical production setting.

• Ability to stand 10‑12 hours and sit 5‑6 hours; walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and walking on catwalks.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs without assistance and >50 lbs with assistance.

• Ability to work in a controlled temperature environment wearing clean‑room attire; exposure to steam, noise, chemical odors, and fumes.
• Shift work on a 12‑hour, 2‑2‑3 rotating schedule; day or night shift required.

• Work Location Assignment:
  On Premise.
• Position posted:
  January 23.

The salary for this position ranges from $23.40 to $39.01 per hour, with eligibility for overtime, weekend, holiday, and other pay premiums based on schedule.

Benefits include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer matching contributions and additional retirement savings contributions, paid vacation, holiday, and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and comprehensive health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.

Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity employment for all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Pfizer is an E‑Verify employer and the position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.