Process Technician (11-Month Contract)

Pfizer; Dublin; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance

Comprehensive training

Job summary

Pfizer at Grange Castle is recruiting a Process Technician for an 11-month contract. The role is onsite and involves manufacturing under strict cGMP guidelines, supporting continuous improvement and training initiatives.

You will work in a highly regulated biopharmaceutical environment, gain hands-on process experience, and contribute to the introduction of new products with Lean tooling and standard work practices.

Qualifications

• Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) is the minimum qualification.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to work shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture products ensuring they meet safety, potency and efficacy specifications.
• Work within cGMP guidelines and site SOPs to maintain regulatory compliance.
• Contribute to Continuous Improvement and waste-reduction efforts using Lean tools.
• Assist with training and mentoring of colleagues and maintain SOPs and batch records.
• Support startup, installation and validation activities for new products.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Communication

Shift flexibility

Education

Leaving Certificate (or equivalent)

Tools

DeltaV

Unicorn

Job description

Process Technician (11-Month Contract)

About the Opportunity We are currently hiring Process Technicians for our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility at Pfizer, Grange Castle. This is an 11-month contract position with CPL as the employer, with the role based onsite as part of the Pfizer team. This is an excellent opportunity to begin or grow your career within the biopharmaceutical industry, with comprehensive hands-on training, structured onboarding, and ongoing support from experienced team members. You will gain valuable technical exposure in a highly regulated and innovative manufacturing environment while contributing directly to life-changing medicines.

About Pfizer Grange Castle

The Pfizer Grange Castle facility comprises of 1.1 million square feet of buildings located on a 90-acre site. Our products are produced across a range of Technologies including large scale mammalian cell culture, protein purification, vaccines conjugation, pegylation and aseptic syringe-filling technologies.

About the Role

You will be directly involved in the manufacturing of our products, ensuring that they meet all specifications for safety, potency, and efficacy. You will work within the guidelines of cGMP to ensure conformance with all regulatory requirements and site SOP’s, while assisting in the improvement of all current processes through our Continuous Improvement Program. Assist in maintaining a safety orientated culture, cGMP compliant work environment always. Perform initial troubleshooting of issues identified during routing operations. Assist with the investigation of operational deviations through Quality System, engaging with relevant functions as appropriate. Training and mentoring of colleagues. Provide input into the creation and maintenance of area SOPs and batch records. Use Lean tools as part of daily operations (e.g., Method 1, 5S) to optimise efficiency and drive culture of Continuous Improvement and Zero Defects. Assist in facility start up, installation and validation activities to support the introduction of new products.

Training & Development

• Hands-on practical training in manufacturing processes and equipment
• Structured onboarding programme to support your transition into the role
• Ongoing coaching and mentoring from experienced team members
• Exposure to industry-leading technologies and best practices
• Opportunity to build a strong foundation for a long-term career in Biopharmaceutical Industry.

Shift Pattern

This role operates on a 24/7 shift pattern and includes a shift allowance. Shifts on a rotating 4-cycle, 3 Cycle, 2 Cycle schedule (days and nights).

Essential Requirements

• A successful Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) is required as the minimum qualification.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexibility and willingness to work shift patterns.

Nice to Have

• Experience in pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing (not essential)
• Exposure to SOPs, batch records, or manufacturing systems (e.g., DeltaV, Unicorn)
• Knowledge of Lean tools such as Standard Work, 5S, or Method 1

Why this role could be right for you?

• Gain hands-on experience in a world-class pharmaceutical manufacturing site
• Receive full training and structured support
• Work in a collaborative, high-performing team environment
• Build valuable experience that can open doors to future opportunities

Location

Full onsite at Pfizer Grange castle Facility

Additional Information

In order to be considered for this position in Ireland you need to be legally eligible to work in Ireland. Please note there is no relocation support available for this position

Equal Employment Opportunity

We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.

Disability Inclusion

Our mission is unleashing the power of all our people and we are proud to be a disability inclusive employer, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all candidates. We encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments to support your application and future career. Your journey with Pfizer starts here!

Purpose Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.

Digital Transformation Strategy One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.