Lead Investigator

Pfizer Inc.; McPherson (KS); On-site; USD 99,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Pfizer match

Pfizer retirement savings contribution

Paid vacation

Holiday and personal days

Caregiver/Parental leave

Health benefits (medical, dental, and/

Job summary

Pfizer Inc. in the United States is seeking an experienced Operations leader to drive moderately complex manufacturing projects, ensuring quality, safety, and audit readiness across site operations.

The role emphasizes applying statistical methods, advanced MS Office tools, and collaborative leadership to sustain lean processes while mentoring team members and guiding change controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 4+ years experience; OR Master's with 2+ years; OR PhD with 0+ years; OR Associate's with 8 years; OR HS diploma with 10 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in applying statistical methodologies to enhance manufacturing processes and quality control test methods
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Visio)
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; strong presentation abilities

Responsibilities

• Lead or co-lead moderately complex projects, effectively managing time and resources.
• Apply skills and knowledge to contribute to departmental work and resolve moderately complex problems.
• Make decisions guided by policies in non-standard situations and operate independently in ambiguous scenarios.
• Work independently on assignments, seek guidance on complex issues, and review your own and others' work.
• Utilize judgment and experience to become a resource for others and mentor colleagues.
• Troubleshoot and resolve on-site issues, collaborating with site operations to ensure continuous audit readiness.
• Identify high-risk areas, implement improvements, and interface with engineering and technical operations to enhance processes.
• Manage changes in the area, guide operational teams, prepare resource forecasts, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Facilitate agreements between teams, lead clinical production efforts, and ensure timely, injury-free, and defect-free execution.
• Develop Operations Specialists' skills, review area Change Controls, strengthen compliance culture, and enforce safety regulations while sustaining lean management practices.

Skills

Statistical methodologies

Verbal and written communication

Presentation skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Associate's degree

High school diploma

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Visio

Job description

Use Your Power for Purpose

Our breakthroughs would not make it to the hands of patients without our dedicated and agile pharmaceutical manufacturing team. Understanding the importance and impact of their role in Pfizer's mission, they ensure that patients and physicians have the medicines they need when they need them. Colleagues like you, who take pride in their work and always strive to improve outcomes, are essential. Your commitment helps to guarantee that our innovations reach those who need them most, reinforcing the critical role you play in our mission.

What You Will Achieve

• Lead or co-lead moderately complex projects, effectively managing time and resources.
• Apply skills and knowledge to contribute to departmental work and resolve moderately complex problems.
• Make decisions guided by policies in non-standard situations and operate independently in ambiguous scenarios.
• Work independently on assignments, seek guidance on complex issues, and review your own and others' work.
• Utilize judgment and experience to become a resource for others and mentor colleagues.
• Troubleshoot and resolve on-site issues, collaborating with site operations to ensure continuous audit readiness.
• Identify high-risk areas, implement improvements, and interface with engineering and technical operations to enhance processes.
• Manage changes in the area, guide operational teams, prepare resource forecasts, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Facilitate agreements between teams, lead clinical production efforts, and ensure timely, injury-free, and defect-free execution.
• Develop Operations Specialists' skills, review area Change Controls, strengthen compliance culture, and enforce safety regulations while sustaining lean management practices.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with at least 4 years of experience; OR a master's degree with at least 2 years of experience; OR a PhD with 0+ years of experience; OR as associate's degree with 8 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 10 years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated expertise in applying statistical methodologies to enhance manufacturing processes and quality control test methods
• Proficiency in the MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Visio
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Strong presentation abilities

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• Experience in a GMP environment
• Previous management experience
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• 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/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Sitting, standing, ability to perform mathematical calculations, and ability to perform complex data analysis.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Non Standard Work Schedule. Some possible travel.

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $99,200.00 to $165,400.00.

In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 12.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program.

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 does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

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.

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.

Manufacturing