- Location
- USA - MI - Kalamazoo - Portage Road, United States of America
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Operations
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Education
- Master
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Workday
Description
WHY PATIENTS NEED YOU
At Pfizer, we believe that every role contributes to our mission of improving patients' lives. 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
Your leadership will be instrumental in overseeing the maintenance and reliability engineering tasks, which include the redesign, upkeep, and repair of utility systems, buildings, and both production and non-production equipment. Your dedication and focus will enable Pfizer to reach new milestones and provide aid to patients worldwide.
HOW YOU WILL ACHIEVE IT
Lead people, technology, and financial resources to meet business objectives.
Identify and develop innovative concepts for process or product improvements, taking calculated risks to achieve results.
Solve complex problems, leveraging experience from various areas as needed.
Recognize and address development, creating growth opportunities for colleagues.
Manage the performance of direct and indirect reports.
Oversee defined processes, guide maintenance teams, and ensure efficiency and standardization, including organizing breakdown maintenance and implementing corrective actions.
Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives, ensure effective communication with stakeholders, and maintain a comprehensive staff training program.
QUALIFICATIONS
Must-Have
Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with at least 2+ years of experience; OR a master's degree with 0+ years of experience; OR an associate's degree with 6+ years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 8+ years of relevant experience.
Strong expertise in equipment and project management.
Demonstrated direct supervisory experience.
Solid understanding of knowledge management.
Proficiency in Good Manufacturing Practices (including cGMP), OSHA, FDA, and environmental regulations relevant to the pharmaceutical industry.
Strong English speaking and writing abilities.
Nice-to-Have
Strong technical skills and hands-on experience with communication protocols.
Experience with LEAN manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to mentor and develop team members.
Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity. Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to stand upright for several consecutive hours absent of any medical restrictions which could restrict completion of required duties.
Able to stand and frequently walk between production centers/areas to supervise operations.
Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, carrying and/or lifting up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust and focus.
This position works around moving machines, is exposed to temperature changes and is required to wear personal protective equipment in certain areas.
Additional requirements are line and product specific.
NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
The work environment ranges from office, to plant, to Maintenance shop.
Colleague is frequently exposed to airborne particles and must work near moving mechanical parts.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Use of hearing, eye, hand and foot protection is required.
Personal Protective Equipment applicable to the task and must be worn at all times. May be a condition of employment.
Occasional travel between site/facilities locations may be required.
Work outside of normal hours may be required on an infrequent basis to support planned shutdowns or significant production interruptions.
OTHER JOB DETAILS
Last Date to Apply for Job: August 19, 2026
Additional Location Information: NA
Eligible for Relocation Package – NO
Secondment 12-18 months
If you are currently in a driving position with a fleet vehicle and this secondment does not require driving as an essential function of the position for 12 months or longer, you will be required to turn in your fleet vehicle for the duration of the non-driving secondment. Please refer to the Fleet Policy and Procedures document for more information.
There will be no change to your current work 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.
Sunshine Act
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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.
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Engineering