Senior Team Leader -Packing

Pfizer; Visakhapatnam; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfizer in Visakhapatnam, India, is seeking a manufacturing professional to manage projects within the Sub Business Unit, leading teams and resources to achieve mid-term goals. The role emphasizes process improvement, risk-taking for better outcomes, and collaboration across functions.

You will train staff on safety and GxP, maintain batch records, and coordinate with engineering and QA to ensure timely access to medicines. On-site, manufacturing focus, with strong leadership opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated people-management experience and leadership ability.
• Effective written and oral communication within the department and with external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and set objectives within the Sub Business Unit, handling moderate complexity
• Lead people, technology, and financial resources, often through influence rather than direct authority
• Actively share knowledge and encourage others within the Sub Business Unit
• Identify and implement process or product improvements and take calculated risks
• Solve complex problems using cross-functional experience
• Establish operational activities to support mid-term goals and development needs
• Manage performance of direct and indirect reports aligned to unit objectives
• Partner with Global or Sub Business Unit leadership to achieve shared goals
• Maximize quality and efficiency, complete batch records in an integrated manufacturing system
• Train staff on safety, procedures, product inspection, GxP, and coordinate with other departments

Skills

Problem solving

People management

Communication skills

Excel

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

B Pharm

Associate's degree

BA/BS

MBA/MS

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Use Your Power for Purpose

Our breakthroughs would not reach patients without our dedicated pharmaceutical manufacturing team. We rely on agile members who understand the critical impact of their roles 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. The importance of your role cannot be overstated, as you help bridge the gap between innovation and patient care, making a tangible difference in countless lives.

What You Will Achieve

In this role, you will:

• Manage projects and set objectives within the Sub Business Unit, handling moderate complexity
• Lead people, technology, and financial resources, often through influence rather than direct authority
• Actively share knowledge and encourage others to do the same within the Sub Business Unit
• Identify and implement potential improvements in processes or products, taking risks to achieve results
• Solve complex problems, utilizing experience from various areas as needed
• Establish operational activities to support the Sub Business Unit's mid-term goals and recognize development needs
• Manage the performance of direct and indirect reports, aligning with the Sub Business Unit's objectives
• Partner with leadership from the Global or Sub Business Unit to achieve shared objectives
• Maximize quality and efficiency, complete batch records, and work in an integrated computerized manufacturing environment
• Train staff on safety practices, departmental procedures, product inspection, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GxP), while coordinating with other departments and supporting technical and engineering activities

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• High school diploma (or equivalent) with 8+ years of experience or B pharm with 5+ years 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
• Proven record of problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong people management experience
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively within the department, cross-functionally at the site, and with outside customers and regulatory agencies
• Proficiency in computer literacy, particularly in managing Excel spreadsheets
• Knowledge of Microsoft Applications

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements):

• Master's degree
• Relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry
• Strong background in Manufacturing, Technical Services, Materials Management, QA/QC, and Engineering
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects
• 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

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