Associate Manager-Instrumentation

Pfizer; Barrie; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfizer in Barrie, Ontario, is seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Automation Maintenance Engineer to lead maintenance for instrumentation and automation systems. The role requires RCA capability, PM/PdM optimization, and strong GMP/GxP understanding.

You will drive reliability initiatives, support automation upgrades, and contribute to safety and energy-efficiency programs in a regulated manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Root Cause Failure Analysis knowledge required.
• Equipment criticality ranking experience preferred.
• PM/PdM optimization and/or FMEA experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance for instrumentation and automation systems.
• Troubleshoot PLC, DCS, SCADA, and Filling Line issues.
• Support reliability improvement initiatives and automation upgrades.

Skills

RCA

Equipment Criticality

PM/PdM optimization

FMEA

Process automation

GxP knowledge

MS Excel

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s degree

BA/BS

MBA/MS

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

**Use Your Power for Purpose**At Pfizer, we believe that every role contributes to our mission of improving patients' lives. Whether you are involved in the design and development of manufacturing processes for products or supporting the upkeep of systems, engineering is crucial to ensuring customers and patients receive the medicines they need. By collaborating with our forward-thinking engineering team, you'll play a pivotal role in accelerating the delivery of medicines to the world. **What You Will Achieve**### Instrumentation & Automation Maintenance* Lead preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance activities for instrumentation and automation systems.* Ensure reliable operation of instruments including pressure, temperature, flow, level transmitters, analyzers, and control valves.* Support and maintain PLC, DCS, SCADA, and Filling Line troubleshooting.* Troubleshoot and resolve instrumentation and automation issues affecting production.### Reliability & Continuous Improvement* + Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for recurring failures. + Implement reliability improvement initiatives. + Drive automation upgrades and digitalization projects. + Support energy-saving and cost optimization programs.## Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)* Instrument and Automation Availability/Uptime* Audit Observations Related to Instrumentation* MTBF and MTTR Performance* Maintenance Schedule Compliance* Production Downtime Reduction* Safety and GMP Compliance **Here Is What You Need** (Minimum Requirements)* High school diploma (or equivalent) with 8+ years of experience or associate’s degree with 6+ years of experience or BA/BS with 2+ years of experience or MBA/MS with any years of relevant experience* Experience with Root Cause Failure Analysis, Equipment Criticality Ranking, PM/PdM optimization, and/or Failure Modes and Effects Analysis* Experience with process automation systems* Strong knowledge and understanding of Current Good Manufacturing Practices (part of GxP)* Excellent oral and written communication skills* Working knowledge of MS Excel* Ability to manage complex issues and foster consensus among teams **Bonus Points If You Have** (Preferred Requirements)* Experience in the pharmaceutical sector* Proficiency in technical writing and document reviews* Knowledge of contemporary technologies and best aseptic practices* Proactive approach to promoting safety within the workplace* 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 Work Location Assignment: On Premise