Senior Bioprocess Technician ( Rotating Nights / 6pm-6am)

Pfizer; North Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfizer is seeking a Manufacturing Technician for biopharmaceutical production, focusing on process equipment, systems, and operations within the pharmaceutical manufacturing team.

The role involves operating, monitoring, and troubleshooting equipment, ensuring SOP and regulatory compliance, and contributing to continuous improvement. Night shift (12-hour) is part of the on-premise work arrangement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 6+ years of biopharmaceutical manufacturing or lab operations experience.
• Proficiency with process equipment, automation systems, and GxP guidelines.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Ability to manage time and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and process optimization.
• Provide technical support and training as a subject matter expert.
• Identify and resolve operational issues proactively.

Skills

Process equipment & automation

GxP guidelines

Problem solving

Time management

SOP compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

SAP

DeltaV

Job description

Role

Manufacturing technician in biopharmaceutical production, focusing on process equipment, systems, and manufacturing operations within Pfizer's pharmaceutical manufacturing team.

Responsibilities

• operate, monitor, and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment;
• ensure compliance with SOPs, safety, and regulatory standards;
• contribute to continuous improvement and process optimization;
• provide technical support and training as a subject matter expert;
• identify and resolve operational issues proactively.

Requirements

• high school diploma or GED;
• 6+ years of experience in biopharmaceutical manufacturing or laboratory operations;
• proficiency with process equipment, automation systems, and GxP guidelines;
• strong problem-solving skills;
• ability to manage time and professional development.

Preferred qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree;
• advanced knowledge of biopharmaceutical processes;
• project management skills;
• familiarity with global regulatory and environmental standards;
• ability to adapt under pressure;
• basic understanding of AI tools.

High-value specifics

• biopharma manufacturing, biologics or small molecules, cGMP environment;
• night shift (12-hour schedule);
• on-premise location;
• physical ability to handle equipment and chemicals;
• experience with enterprise systems like SAP and Delta-V.

Collaboration and reporting

team-based environment with leadership responsibilities in technical operations.

Work setup

on-premise with shift work; travel not specified.