Manager, Process Performance Qualification

Pfizer, S.A. de C.V; McPherson, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfizer Global Supply in Kansas is seeking a Manager, Process Performance Qualifications to lead a team of validation engineers responsible for Process Qualification, Cleaning Validation, and CPV.

You will develop and maintain validation Master Plans and protocols, ensure compliance with cGMP, and drive continuous improvement through data analysis and collaboration with Operations, Quality, and Engineering.

Qualifications

• Lead, develop, and mentor validation engineers in Process Qualification, Cleaning Validation, and CPV.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and mentor a team of validation engineers responsible for Process Qualification, Cleaning Validation, and Continued Process Verification (CPV).

Job description

Manager, Process Performance Qualification

We’re in relentless pursuit of breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. We innovate every day to make the world a healthier place.

Pfizer Global Supply proudly shoulders the responsibility of manufacturing and distributing our wide-ranging pharmaceutical products.

Pfizer offers competitive compensation and benefits programs designed to meet the diverse needs of our colleagues.

Transforming Delivery of high quality products

Pfizer, We are one

PGS - Manufacture the Future

ROLE SUMMARY

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Validation & Qualification, the Manager, Process Performance Qualifications leads a team of validation engineers responsible for Process Qualification, Cleaning Validation, and Continued Process Verification (CPV) activities supporting sterile injectable manufacturing operations. The role serves as the functional expert for assigned validation programs, providing technical guidance, oversight, and coaching to direct reports and cross‑functional partners to ensure compliant and effective execution of validation lifecycle activities.

The incumbent is responsible for the development, evaluation, review, approval, and maintenance of Validation Master Plans, validation protocols, reports, and associated lifecycle documentation within their area of responsibility. The role develops and applies validation standards, quality processes, and system requirements that ensure compliance with Pfizer Quality Standards, current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), and applicable regulatory requirements.

This position provides technical leadership for troubleshooting process validation and cleaning validation issues, evaluating process performance data and statistical analyses, supporting investigations and change management activities, and authoring or approving technical documentation related to manufacturing processes, products, and equipment. The Manager identifies opportunities for process improvement, implements innovative and risk based solutions, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance compliance, process robustness, and operational performance.

The role manages people, technological resources, and departmental priorities across multiple projects and ongoing activities of moderate complexity. Working closely with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Technical Services, and Project Management teams, the Manager supports commercial manufacturing, technology transfers, regulatory inspections, and customer audits while ensuring a state of inspection readiness within assigned validation programs. Decisions primarily impact short‑ to mid‑term departmental objectives and require effective collaboration, influence, and communication across functional areas.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead, develop, and mentor a team of validation engineers responsible for Process Qualification, Cleaning Validation, and Continued Process Verification (CPV)