Operations/Production Supervisor

Pfizer; United States; On-site; USD 83,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Retirement savings contribution

Paid time off

Health benefits

Job summary

Pfizer is seeking an experienced manufacturing leader to oversee people, technology, and financial resources to deliver reliable medicines. You will champion continuous learning and drive process improvements while ensuring compliance with SOPs, batch records, and cGMP standards.

This role requires strong people management, effective communication, and a track record in pharmaceutical manufacturing. You will mentor teams, manage multiple projects, and collaborate across functions to meet

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 8+ years of experience, or associate's degree with 6+ years, or BA/BS with 2+ years, or MBA/MS with any years of relevant experience.
• Proven record of problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated application of process improvement tools.
• Strong people management experience.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or a related field.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and ongoing work activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead people, technology, and financial resources to achieve desired outcomes.
• Actively share knowledge and encourage a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Identify and develop innovative concepts for process or product improvements, taking calculated risks to achieve results.
• Recognize and address development needs, creating opportunities for colleagues' growth.
• Manage the performance of direct and indirect reports, providing mentorship and support to achieve the business objectives.
• Ensure adherence to SOPs, batch records, CGMPs, and plant protocols.
• Lead investigations into equipment failures, implement CAPAs, and maintain clear communication to prevent reoccurrence.

Skills

People management

Problem solving

Process improvement

Communication skills

Multi-project management

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree

BA/BS degree

MBA/MS degree

Tools

Project management tools

Quality systems

Job description

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:

• Lead people, technology, and financial resources to achieve desired outcomes.
• Actively share knowledge and encourage a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Identify and develop innovative concepts for process or product improvements, taking calculated risks to achieve results.
• Recognize and address development needs, creating opportunities for colleagues' growth.
• Manage the performance of direct and indirect reports, providing mentorship and support to achieve the business objectives.
• Ensure adherence to Standard Operating Procedures, batch records, Current Good Manufacturing Practices, and plant protocols.
• Lead investigations into equipment failures, implement corrective and preventive actions, and maintain clear communication to prevent reoccurrence.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• High school diploma (or equivalent) with 8+ years of experience or associate's degree with 6+ years of experience or BA/BS with 2+ years of experience or MBA/MS with any years of relevant experience
• Proven record of problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Demonstrated application of process improvement tools
• Strong people management experience
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or a related field
• Ability to manage multiple projects and ongoing work activities

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• Strong leadership capabilities
• Experience with regulatory compliance and quality assurance
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies
• Ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams (??!!)
• Ability to mentor and develop direct reports
• Ability to foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement
• 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

• Ability to stand upright for several consecutive hours absent of any medical restrictions which could restrict completion of required duties.
• Able to stand and frequently walk between production centers/areas to supervise operations.
• Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, carrying and/or lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust and focus.
• This position works around moving machines, is exposed to temperature changes and is required to wear personal protective equipment in certain areas.
• Additional requirements are line and product specific.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum expectation of 40 hours per week, unless otherwise dictated by management or business needs.
• Able to work traditional and/or split shifts as well as weekends, holidays and overtime as needed to effectively manage operations and complete production documentation and schedule.
• May be needed to travel between facilities when necessary.
• Use of eye protection, gloves and other PPE is required.
• Maintaining aseptic area certification may be required. This includes Aseptic gowning procedures, which requires all body parts to be completely covered (gowned) for substantial periods of time.
• Practice and promote a safe work environment at all times.

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

OTHER JOB DETAILS

Last Date to Apply for Job: November 13th, 2026

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $82,700.00 to $137,900.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 10.0% of the base salary. 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.

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