Manager, Technical Operations - Abbojet

ROLE SUMMARY

The Manager, Manufacturing Technology within each Focus Factory is responsible for overseeing technical operations for a defined business unit, operation or product configuration within the focus factory. This role involves strategic planning, project management, and ensuring the execution of technical operations best practices to enhance productivity and efficiency, ensuring that the operation run smoothly. This role provides direction and leadership for the technical operations teams within the Focus Factory to achieve performance, compliance and effectiveness. The scope includes but is not limited to process and validation engineering as well as traditional technical services responsibilities (investigation support, change control support, etc).  

This role requires strong leadership in managing multiple responsibilities, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and maintaining a high level of operational excellence to drive continuous improvement and innovation.   

The manager will cultivate and reinforce appropriate Pfizer values and behaviors and will provide oversight to individuals and teams on professional development, performance, and quality related issues.  This position will report directly to the Sr. Manager, Manufacturing Technology, within a Focus Factory. 

It is your dedication and hard work that will make it possible for Pfizer’s customers and patients to receive the medicines they need, when they need them.  

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Responsible for managing the technical operations team and projects within the focus factory. 

• Support day-to-day operations within the Focus Factory to minimize downtime and maximize output 

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and foster a culture of innovation. 

• Execute and implement technical strategies to improve operational efficiency. 

• Collaborate with Focus Factory teams to ensure alignment and support for technical initiatives. 

• Work closely with other functions to ensure alignment of activities to the KPIs, metrics and overall goals of the Focus Factory. 

• Responsible for the on-time completion of technical operations activities within the focus factory including but not limited to cycle development, validations (including routine requalification, Aseptic Process Simulations, Smoke Studies, etc), PMs, CAPAs, training, Change Controls. 

• Oversee the reliability and optimization of equipment and systems. 

• Engage with quality assurance, quality control, operations, supply chain and regulatory departments to ensure the sites safety, manufacturing needs, regulatory standards and company policies are met.   

• Provide technical guidance and support to operations and engineering teams. 

• Ensure engineering activities within the Focus Factory are aligned to Good Engineering Practices, Pfizer and Industry Standards through; this is achieved through close collaboration with the Site Technology & Launch Center of Excellence (CoE) 

• Provide effective communication, managing change, engineering performance, talent development and colleague engagement 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS  

• Applicant must have a High School Diploma (or Equivalent) and 10 years of relevant experience OR an associates degree with 8 years of experience OR a bachelors (chemical, computer, mechanical, electrical engineering or relevant discipline) with at least 5 years of experience OR Masters Degree (chemical, computer, mechanical, electrical engineering or relevant discipline) with more than 3 years of experience 

• Strong project management skills. 

• Experience directly leading teams 

• Strong knowledge of cGMP regulations and compliance requirements. 

• Proven leadership and ability to manage cross-functional teams. 

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.  

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Master's degree in engineering or a related field. 

• Experience in the pharmaceutical or manufacturing industry. 

• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP). 

• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma). 

• Prior experience in a high regulated pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing environment.  

• Ability to foster teamwork and colleague development 

• Competence in data analysis and the development of insights 

• Strong leadership and team-building skills 

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Ability to work in fast-paced, dynamic environment managing multiple priorities.  

• Ability to perform tasks such as lifting, sitting, standing, walking, bending, and performing complex data analysis. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address process and equipment issues. 

• Physical presence on the manufacturing floor may be required. 

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS  

• 1st shift.May require working non-standard hours or shifts to support 24/7 operations. 

• Travel to different sites or locations may be necessary to ensure alignment and support for engineering projects.