Pharma Automation Technician - Night Shift (12h)

Pfizer; McPherson (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfizer in Kansas, McPherson is seeking a hands-on engineer to design, install, and maintain manufacturing computer information systems essential for continuous production. You will calibrate instruments, analyze data across departments, and help ensure zero downtime in a fast-paced pharmaceutical facility.

The role requires 4+ years of experience, strong troubleshooting, and the ability to read technical drawings. Expect on-site shifts with occasional travel and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 4+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing/industrial settings.
• Proficiency in computer software applications.
• Experience with instrumentation and automation systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for process and equipment issues.
• Knowledge of Preventive and Predictive Maintenance practices.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and procedures.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, validate, maintain, and calibrate critical manufacturing computer information systems to enhance manufacturing success rates and ensure zero downtime.
• Integrate operational knowledge, equipment control, and data into large systems to enforce operational sequences across departments for batch production, testing, performance tracking, and drug substance disposition.
• Contribute individually to team deliverables, represent the work group within department teams, and foster a positive team environment.
• Manage personal time and professional development, being accountable for results.
• Follow standard procedures to complete tasks of varying scope, sequence, and complexity within the agreed timeframe.
• Identify and solve moderately routine problems.
• Complete assignments with general supervision using established procedures, referring deviations from standard procedures to the supervisor.
• Ensure work is reviewed for accuracy, quality, and adherence to standards.
• Engage in optimized alarm management and monitoring practices, conduct preventive and predictive maintenance on plant systems, and develop maintenance SOPs to sustain plant assets.
• Troubleshoot and identify problems with instruments and electrical devices, participate in continuous improvement initiatives, support investigations, and contribute to project construction and commissioning.

Skills

Instrumentation

Automation systems

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Predictive maintenance

Technical drawings

Safety protocols

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Pfizer in Kansas, McPherson is seeking a hands-on engineer to design, install, and maintain manufacturing computer information systems essential for continuous production. You will calibrate instruments, analyze data across departments, and help ensure zero downtime in a fast-paced pharmaceutical facility.

The role requires 4+ years of experience, strong troubleshooting, and the ability to read technical drawings. Expect on-site shifts with occasional travel and a robust benefits package.