Clinical Supply Operations Packaging Technician

Pfizer Inc.; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfizer Inc. in Groton, CT is seeking an experienced packaging operator to perform primary and secondary packaging for clinical materials. You will count, fill, label, and package solid-dose forms, while maintaining equipment and recording activities in GMP-compliant documentation.

The role emphasizes collaboration, adherence to SOPs, and safe handling of materials, with daily use of EMD365 and a focus on meeting team targets. This is a first-shift position with strong benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Excellent documentation skills and attention to detail.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Word.
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail.
• Ability to work as part of a team, self-motivated, adaptable, and positive.
• Ability to learn new techniques and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform primary and secondary packaging operations in a GMP environment following batch records.
• Complete GMP documentation to record equipment used and packaging activities.
• Adhere to SOPs, cGMPs, and safety requirements for handling materials.
• Use EMD365 to scan material and perform packaging tasks.
• Maintain packaging rooms and equipment through routine maintenance and cleaning.
• Support production schedules and timelines; assist in resolving equipment issues.

Skills

Documentation skills

attention to detail

MS Word

teamwork

learning new techniques

communication skills

adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

4+ years of relevant experience

Tools

EMD365

GMP packaging equipment

Job description

WHY PATIENTS NEED YOU

Pfizer’s purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Research and Development is at the heart of fulfilling Pfizer’s purpose as we work to translate advanced science and technologies into the therapies and vaccines that matter most. Whether you are in the discovery sciences, ensuring drug safety and efficacy or supporting clinical trials, you will apply cutting edge design and process development capabilities to accelerate and bring the best in class medicines to patients around the world.

What You Will Achieve

You must maintain daily compliance to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) guidelines and be responsible for performing operations to support the packaging and labelling of clinical trial supplies. Your role performs both Primary Packaging and Secondary Packaging Operations. This may include (but is not limited to): solid dose drug product by way of manual hand count filling into bottles or by use of minor equipment for automated filling, packaging finished dosage forms such as filled bottles, ointments, pre-filled vials and labelling of other pre-packaged finished material. This position is also responsible to maintain the packaging equipment for daily use including cleaning. Your knowledge and skills will contribute towards the goals and objectives of the team. Your focus and ability to meet team targets will help in completing critical deliverables. Your innovative use of technology, including AI, communication tools and techniques will facilitate in explaining difficult issues and establishing consensus between teams. It is your hard work and focus that will make Pfizer ready to achieve new milestones and help patients across the globe.

How You Will Achieve It

• Responsible for performing primary and secondary operations in a GMP environment, executing operations following instructions on the approved packaging batch records in accordance with cGMPs and safety regulations.
• Responsible for completing required GMP documentation to ensure records of equipment used and packaging activities performed are maintained contemporaneously in applicable documentation
• Responsible for adhering to SOPs, cGMPs, and all safety requirements involving handling and movement of clinical trial materials
• Responsible for using EMD365 to scan material and perform tasks required for packaging operations
• Responsible for supporting routine daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly maintenance, inspection and cleaning of the rooms and equipment in the GMP packaging areas as directed.
• Follow and adhere to production schedules and timelines.
• Support and assist resolution of common equipment/process failures.
• Responsible for attending required meetings as necessary for business updates.
• Utilize AI platforms in job responsibilities where applicable.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must Have's

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Excellent documentation skills and attention to detail.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Word.
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail.
• Ability to work as part of a team, self-motivated, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to learn new techniques, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.

Nice To Have's

• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Processes (cGMP), experience preferred.
• 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.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Adherence to regulations and rules such as necessary gowning requirements to gain entry and perform daily operations in the packaging areas are required.
• Regular gowning requirements include: bouffant head covering, face mask, gloves, shoe coverings, safety glasses/goggles.
• No make-up, nail polish, and/or jewelry may be worn in the packaging areas where daily operations are performed.
• The incumbent is subject to standing for sustained periods of time as well as walking, pushing, pulling and lifting of equipment and/or materials weighing up to a maximum of 45 pounds.
• Continuous mental and visual attention as well as manual dexterity to perform packaging and labelling functions is required.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

This role is primarily first shift.

Additional Information:

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

The salary for this position ranges from $26.86 to $44.77 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 - Connecticut - Groton 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.

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.

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