Bioprocess Technician III

Pfizer; Sanford (NC); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Retirement contributions

Paid time off

Health benefits

Job summary

Pfizer is seeking a Bioprocess Technician III to join our Sanford, NC manufacturing team. This role focuses on producing drug substances or ABI, following GMP-compliant procedures, and supporting ongoing process improvements during night shifts.

Responsibilities include operating standard equipment, maintaining training, and collaborating with peers to meet production goals while ensuring quality and safety standards are upheld.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency with standard manufacturing equipment and tools.
• Basic understanding of GMP.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and SOPs.
• Strong problem-solving skills and teamwork.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production of drug substances or ABI, assisting in manufacturing activities.
• Support technical operations and maintain housekeeping standards.
• Keep training current and assist in implementing new process technologies.
• Identify and solve moderately routine problems.
• Operate to maintain equipment functionality and ensure quality.

Skills

Communication skills

GMP knowledge

Team player

Following SOPs

Equipment operation

Data entry systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Data entry systems

Job description

## Bioprocess Technician IIIApply: United States - North Carolina - Sanford: Full time: Posted Yesterday: 4963466**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:* Take responsibility for individual contributions to achieve team deliverables, working effectively as a team member and coordinating with others.* Manage personal time and professional development, being accountable for results.* Follow standard procedures to complete tasks of varying scope, sequence, and complexity within the agreed timeframe.* Identify and solve moderately routine problems.* Complete assignments with moderate supervision using established procedures, referring deviations from standard procedures to the supervisor.* Ensure work is reviewed for accuracy, quality, and adherence to standards.* Be responsible for the production of drug substances or active biological ingredients (ABI), assisting in various activities and functions within a manufacturing facility, and ensuring equipment functionality.* Support technical operations, maintain housekeeping standards, keep training status current, and assist in the implementation of new technology for process execution and analysis.**Here Is What You Need** (Minimum Requirements)* High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years of relevant experience* Strong verbal and written communication skills* Proficiency in using standard manufacturing equipment and tools* Basic understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)* Ability to follow detailed instructions and standard operating procedures* Strong problem-solving skills in a structured environment* Capability to work effectively in a team setting* Basic computer skills, including familiarity with data entry and reporting systems**Bonus Points If You Have** (Preferred Requirements)* Experience in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology manufacturing environment* Knowledge of regulatory requirements and quality systems* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail* Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks* Demonstrated ability to take initiative and drive continuous improvement* Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret technical data**Non-Standard Work Schedule, Travel, or Environment Requirements*** Nightshift 6 pm to 6 am, 12 hours, 2-2-3.**Other Job Details*** Last day to apply: October 2nd, 2026.The salary for this position ranges from $23.40 to $39.01 per hour. In addition, this position offers eligibility for overtime, weekend, holiday and other pay premiums depending on the work schedule and the Company’s policies. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided applies only to the United States - North Carolina - Sanford location.Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer.U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.**Sunshine Act**Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider’s name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act. Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.**EEO & Employment Eligibility**Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.Pfizer endeavors to make www.pfizer.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing, please email [e-mail]. This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website, online application process and/or interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned.To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on Pfizer Careers.Manufacturing