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

Pfizer; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Pfizer match

Pfizer retirement contribution

Paid vacation

Holiday and personal days

Parental leave

Health benefits

Job summary

Pfizer seeks a seasoned biopharma manufacturing professional to lead and train teams, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliant operations. You will apply expertise in process equipment, automation, and GMP standards to plan and execute manufacturing activities.

A strong problem-solving mindset and regulatory awareness are essential for success in this role. The position requires 6+ years in biopharma, a high school diploma or GED, and a Bachelor’s degree preferred, with opportunities

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in biopharmaceutical manufacturing and operations.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience in biopharma unit operations and/or laboratory operations.
• Understanding of continuous improvement processes.
• Proficiency with process equipment, systems, manufacturing operations, and automation control.
• Ability to manage personal time and professional development.
• Strong problem-solving skills with ability to identify and resolve issues.
• Familiarity with regulatory guidelines and global environmental guidelines.
• Familiarity with AI tools and learning how to apply them to productivity.

Responsibilities

• Lead lower levels within your area of expertise and manage time.
• Provide direction and training to team members, acting as lead worker or SME.
• Identify and resolve potential problems with a broader view.
• Review non-standard work for technical soundness and compliance with SOPs.
• Adhere to Pfizer standards and influence departmental guidelines.
• Leverage knowledge of process equipment, systems and automation to plan activities.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs, MBRs and global guidelines.

Skills

Problem solving

Time management

Continuous improvement

Regulatory awareness

Communication skills

Project management

Biopharma experience

AI tools familiarity

Leadership potential

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Biopharmaceutical knowledge

Tools

SAP

Delta-V

Job description

Use Your Power for Purpose Our breakthroughs would not make it to the hands of patients without our pharmaceutical manufacturing team. We rely on a team of dedicated and agile members who understand the importance and impact of their role in Pfizer’s mission. Patients need colleagues like you who take pride in their work and always look to improve outcomes. You will help to ensure that patients and physicians have the medicines they need when they need them.

What You Will Achieve

Serve as a key resource and potentially lead lower levels within your area of expertise. Manage personal time and professional development, taking accountability for results and prioritizing workflow. Contribute to project and department tasks, providing direction and training to team members, and may act as a lead worker. Be recognized as a "LEAD" or "Subject Matter Expert" within your field. Proactively identify and resolve potential problems, considering wider implications beyond immediate issues. Complete assignments independently, selecting appropriate methods and ensuring team assignments are completed. Review non-standard work for technical soundness and may review the work of others. Adhere to Pfizer standards, guidelines, and values, influencing teams and contributing to the development of departmental standards and guidelines. Leverage knowledge of process equipment, systems, manufacturing operations, and automation control to plan and execute activities. Ensure compliance with Company policies, standard operating procedures, and global regulatory and environmental guidelines, adapting methods and procedures as necessary.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• High School Diploma or GED
• 6+ years of experience
• Experience within the biopharmaceutical industry, including knowledge and experience with relevant biopharmaceutical unit operations and/or laboratory operations
• Understanding of continuous improvement processes
• Proficiency in process equipment, systems, manufacturing operations, and automation control
• Ability to manage personal time and professional development
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve potential issues

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• Bachelor's Degree
• Advanced knowledge of biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in project management
• Familiarity with global regulatory and environmental guidelines
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively under pressure
• Familiarity and basic understanding of common AI tools and a curiosity for learning how they can be used to enhance productivity

Physical / Mental requirements

Requires the moving of heavy equipment and the ability to lift ~40 pounds. Moderate repetitive standing, sitting, bending, and ladder climbing on a daily basis. The incumbent needs to take the necessary safety precautions when working with pressurized systems, steam, and corrosive chemicals. The incumbent is required to be skilled and knowledgeable of the operational equipment. The incumbent will be required to solve problems regarding site assessment, specific units used in Biopharmaceutical manufacturing. The incumbent must be able to follow SOPs, MBRs and be skilled in a multitude of enterprise systems including SAP, Delta-V, etc.

Non-Standard work schedule, travel or environment requirements

12 Hour night shift 6pm-6am (2-2-3 schedule)

Other job details

Last day to apply: October 16th, 2026

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

The salary for this position ranges from $28.76 to $47.93 per hour. In addition, this position offers eligibility for overtime, weekend, holiday and other pay premiums depending on the work schedule and the Company’s policies.

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 applies only to the United States - North Carolina - Sanford location.

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

Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States. Pfizer endeavors to make www.pfizer.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing, please email [e-mail]. This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website, online application process and/or interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned. To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on Pfizer Careers.

Manufacturing Pfizer careers are like no other. In our culture of individual ownership, we believe in our ability to improve future healthcare, and potential to transform millions of lives. We’re looking for new talent to join our global community, to unearth new innovative therapies that make the world a healthier place.