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Chemical Operator Assistant (3rd Shift 11p-7:30a)

Pfizer
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 16 Sept 2025
💰 $64,640/yr

About the role

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:

  • Take responsibility for individual contributions to achieve team deliverables, working effectively as a team member and coordinating with others.
  • 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 moderate supervision using established procedures, referring deviations from standard procedures to the supervisor.
  • Ensure work is reviewed for accuracy, quality, and adherence to standards.
  • Operate both automatic and manual chemical process equipment of varying complexity in various production processes, adhering to operating procedures and performing duties required in operating a variety of equipment in your assigned area.
  • Participate in quality and safety incident investigations, troubleshoot operating deviations and issues, and coordinate with other functions when necessary.
  • Complete all documentation in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Good Distribution Practices (part of GxP) standards
  • Prepare and clear equipment for maintenance work, perform material receiving, staging, transfer, dispensing, sampling, and charging operations, monitor plant status, and liaise with colleagues from other departments to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing processes

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

  • High school diploma / general education degree (GED) plus either an Associate’s degree or six months’ work experience (e.g. current or previous Pfizer colleague; Mfg, Pkg or Veterans/Military relevant experience.
  • Solid understanding of industry practices and standards
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency in both written and oral communication
  • Computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Applications and System Application & Products
  • Ability to follow standard procedures and complete tasks within the agreed timeframe

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

  • Experience in operating chemical process equipment
  • Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Good Distribution Practices (GxP)
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Ability to troubleshoot process issues
  • Experience in quality and safety incident investigations
  • Strong attention to detail

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Considerable standing, bending, reaching, twisting, kneeling, walking, climbing of stairs and ladders, lifting and moving of containers up to 25 kg.
  • Ability to work with computer systems such as Microsoft applications and SAP
  • Ability to perform mathematical calculations

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

  • Shift: 3rd - Alternate shift schedules (11pm-7:30am)
  • Overtime & shift premium eligible
  • No travel
  • 7 day per week operation
  • Noisy shop floor environment with up to 25-50% outdoor work
  • Processes generate high pressure and/or temperature and require training in hazardous material handling and emergency procedures
  • Use of hearing, hand, feet and eye protection


Work Location Assignment: On Premise

The salary for this position ranges from $19,39 to $32,32 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 sal

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