SMO- Penicillin Sterile Manufacturing Operator(2nd shift-3:00p.m-11:30p.m)

Use Your Power for Purpose

At Pfizer, we believe that every role contributes to our mission of improving patients' lives.  Whether you are involved in the design and development of manufacturing processes for products or supporting maintenance and reliability, engineering is crucial to ensuring customers and patients receive the medicines they need, precisely when they need them. By collaborating with our forward-thinking engineering team, you'll play a pivotal role in accelerating the delivery of medicines to the world.

What You Will Achieve

Performs various finishing operations, including but not limited to, inspection and hand packaging of Penicillin syringe products in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), or other written or oral instructions.

The essential duties for this position include but are not limited to:

• Performs all tasks as outlined in the Batch Card, SOPs, and/or Job Aids.
• Effectively demonstrates and understands the SOPs and Job Aids pertinent to all assigned tasks.
• Inspects filled syringes to established criteria and sorts defects into the appropriate receptacle for reconciliation.
• Performs manual packaging operations as assigned by the supervisor according to the appropriate SOP or Job Aid.
• Observes all SOPs and Safety and Health Regulations.
• Re-stocks packaging supplies from line stock as required to maintain packaging operation.
• Notifies supervisor, PMO and/or Quality Specialist of unusual or recurring defects in syringe products or packaging materials.
• Maintains work area in a clean and orderly manner.
• Assists in training new colleagues as required.
• If required, verifies packaging supplies and product against product board or Batch Card to assure correctness.
• Signs pertinent forms as required.
• Participates in all required training programs to maintain required level of cGMP compliance.
• Performs off-line inspection of product, such as media reading, as required.
• Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned by supervisor.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years of experience

• Understanding basic problem-solving methods, mathematics, and reading skills

• Good Manufacturing Practices (also cGMP) and Batch Record comprehension

• Strong communication and leadership skills

• Ability to contribute to department success in a team environment

• Performing tasks at a productive level under demanding conditions

• Solid understanding of procedures, techniques, tools, materials, and equipment

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• Experience in a pharmaceutical or manufacturing environment

• Proficiency in engineering software and tools

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and quality standards

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously

 
 

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• This position is in a Penicillin Facility. The candidate cannot be allergic to Penicillin.

• This department requires the SMO to bend, reach, lift and stand for extended periods of time. The SMO must be able to grasp from 4 – 5 filled syringes at a time in one hand while manipulating them with the other hand for overall evaluation for defects. All SMOs must have corrected 20/20 vision and must be able to pass a routine inspection test using seeded syringes.

• The Penicillin Inspection/Packaging department is currently operating on a one-shift basis, five days per week. However, SMOs must be available for extended hours and six to seven day operations, if required. In order to maintain the required delivery schedule, overtime may be required.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

This is a Collective Barging Agreement (Union) position. The work schedule is 7am to 3:30pm with overtime as needed.

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

The salary for this position ranges from $0.00 to $0.00 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,