Team leader-Visual inspection

Pfizer; Visakhapatnam; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfizer in Visakhapatnam is seeking an experienced manufacturing leader to manage projects, set objectives, and develop process improvements. You will lead a team of technicians, ensure cGMP compliance, and drive Lean tool implementations.

Ideal candidates have 6+ years in regulated manufacturing, strong people management, and excellent communication skills. Join Pfizer to help provide timely access to medicines and advance patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in regulated manufacturing operations.
• Strong people management and leadership skills.
• Working knowledge of cGMP manufacturing operations (Upstream/Downstream).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, goal-driven environment.
• Bachelor's or higher degree; MBA/MS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and set objectives for teams.
• Identify and develop process or product improvements.
• Solve complex problems using cross-functional experience.
• Oversee performance of direct and indirect reports with senior input.
• Partner with leadership to meet objectives and ensure regulatory compliance (SOPs, cGMP).
• Develop and manage a team of process technicians; implement Lean Tools.
• Support SMART objectives and training of shift colleagues and contingent staff.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Decision making

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

BA/BS

MBA/MS

Tools

Lean Tools

AI tools (ChatGPT Copilot)

Job description

Use Your Power for Purpose Our breakthroughs would not reach the hands of patients without our dedicated pharmaceutical manufacturing team. We rely on agile members who understand the critical impact of their role 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.

What You Will Achieve

In this role, you will:

• Manage projects and set objectives, leading people, technology, and financial resources.
• Identify and develop innovative process or product improvements, taking calculated risks to achieve results.
• Solve complex problems, leveraging experience from various areas as needed.
• Manage the performance of direct and indirect reports, supporting team objectives and providing input to senior management.
• Partner with leadership to achieve objectives and manage teams, ensuring regulatory compliance and adherence to SOPs and cGMP requirements.
• Develop and manage a team of process technicians, optimizing facilities and equipment, and leading the implementation of Lean Tools.
• Support the development of SMART Objectives, participate in best practice sharing programs, and manage the performance and training of shift colleagues and contingent staff.

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 Strong people management experience in a regulated manufacturing operations environment Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills A working knowledge of Upstream/Downstream Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) manufacturing operations Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, and goal-driven environment Strong decision-making capability

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

Relevant pharmaceutical industry experience Experience with Lean Tools and their implementation Excellent organizational and time management skills Ability to recognize development needs and create opportunities for colleagues Experience in maintaining regulatory compliance through established programs Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates.

Manufacturing Pfizer careers are like no other. In our culture of individual ownership, we believe in our ability to improve future healthcare, and potential to transform millions of lives. We’re looking for new talent to join our global community, to unearth new innovative therapies that make the world a healthier place.