Manufacturing Purification Manager

Pfizer Inc.; North Andover (MA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Con­t

Paid vacation, holiday and personal/ca

Relocation assistance

Referral bonus eligibility

Health benefits

Job summary

Pfizer Inc. is seeking a leader to oversee the Drug Substance Purification team, guiding methods, procedures, and tooling in line with GMP. You will plan production sequences, drive continuous improvement, and mentor a diverse team across facilities to achieve strategic objectives.

You will manage projects, ensure regulatory compliance, and align with cost and scheduling targets while fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing across manufacturing assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of experience, or higher degrees with appropriate experience.
• Strong GMP and regulatory knowledge with hands-on leadership.
• Proven written and oral communication, and technical report writing skills.
• Experience managing teams and budgets in manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage department resources, aligning with short-term goals.
• Foster cross-department collaboration to drive innovation and improvements.
• Identify process improvements and drive implementation with risk consideration.
• Provide technical guidance and oversee cross-functional manufacturing activities.
• Ensure GMP compliance and effective unit operation execution.
• Develop direct report performance through coaching and mentoring.
• Coordinate planning, scheduling, and maintenance for facilities.
• Build and guide cross-functional teams to execute key processes.
• Communicate challenges and solutions to peers and management.
• Motivate staff to work collaboratively across assets.

Skills

People management

GMP knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Written communication

Presentation skills

Technical writing

Project leadership

Financial management

Process improvement

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Associate's degree

High school diploma with 10 years experience

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Use Your Power for PurposeOur breakthroughs would not reach patients without our dedicated pharmaceutical manufacturing team. We rely on agile members who understand their crucial role in Pfizer's mission. Patients need colleagues like you who take pride in their work and strive to improve outcomes. Your efforts ensure that patients and physicians have timely access to necessary medicines. Your role will involve overseeing a Drug Substance Purification team and processes. This will involve determining manufacturing methods, procedures, and tooling requirements, as well as designing tools and planning production sequences in line with continuous improvement, Six Sigma, Lean, and other Good Manufacturing Principles (GMP). Your contributions will support Pfizer's mission to prioritize innovation, creativity, and respect for patients, colleagues, and society.

What You Will Achieve

• Lead and manage people, technology, and financial resources within the department, ensuring alignment with short‑term goals.
• Actively share knowledge and collaborate within and across departments to foster innovation and continuous improvement.
• Identify and implement potential improvements in processes or products, taking calculated risks to develop innovative ideas.
• Solve moderately complex problems within your area of expertise and assist with cross‑functional issues, providing technical guidance and oversight.
• Oversee operational activities, manage multiple projects, and ensure compliance with regulations and GMP through effective execution of unit operations.
• Manage the performance of direct reports through goal setting, coaching, mentoring, and ongoing assessment, recognizing and addressing development needs.
• Solicit input, explain complex concepts, and persuade others to adopt a point of view, building alignment across manufacturing assets.
• Own human performance event investigations as Lead Investigator, making autonomous decisions with minor impact and escalating significant decisions.
• Form, lead, and facilitate cross‑functional teams to execute key processes, ensuring accountability for the production activities of numerous Pfizer products.
• Assist with short‑range and long‑range planning, including scheduling operations and staff, and coordinating facilities shutdowns and preventive maintenance.
• Encourage the participation and perspectives of all team members. Effectively listen to and explains difficult issues to reach shared understanding and building alignment. Build alignment across manufacturing assets.
• Provide technical guidance and act as a departmental liaison with primary support groups. Articulate challenges and solutions to technical and non‑technical peers and to department management.
• Motivate direct and indirect reports to ensure the function works cross‑functionally.

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
• A robust grasp of industry knowledge and business operations, such as financial basics, enterprise systems like payroll and inventory management
• Proficiency in administrative, managerial, and technical report writing skills
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Strong computer and presentation capabilities
• Experience in people management
• Knowledge of GMP and regulatory requirements

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• Certifications in Continuous Improvement or Project Management
• Familiarity with Local Environmental Health and Safety standards
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience in motivating and developing team members
• Strong leadership and decision‑making skills
• 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

Must be able to stand ~1-2 hours at a time.

Core Values

• Inspiring – Motivate and develop self and others to drive the business forward
• Courage – Consistently demonstrate accountability and integrity
• Resilience – Respond to change with agility, optimism and innovation
• Decisive – Manage complexity to make timely informed decisions
• Focus – Develop impactful short‑and long‑term solutions for our customers and patients
• Connected – collaborate with others to accomplish shared goa

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

first shift, rotating

Occasional off-shift requirements

OTHER JOB DETAILS

• Last Date to Apply for Job: Nov 17, 2026.
• Referral Bonus Eligibility: YES
• Eligible for Relocation Package: YES
• Work Location Assignment: On Premise

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $106,000.00 to $176,600.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 15.0% 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

• 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
• 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.

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.

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EEO & Employment Eligibility

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