Bioprocess Technician IV

At Pfizer, we apply science and our global resources to bring therapies to people that extend and significantly improve their lives. We strive to set the standard for quality, safety and value in the discovery, development and manufacture of health care products.

The incumbent is a skilled operator with knowledge of microbial Fermentation, Purification, Process Support, and Chemistry processes in the production of microbial vaccines and bulk intermediates. The incumbent is knowledgeable of required processing unit operations and control systems needed for operations. The incumbent works as part of the production team by executing and completing tasks. The incumbent performs scientific and operational tasks related to commercial and/or clinical manufacturing. The incumbent will work in support of 24 hour operations – working in various shifts.

* Execute processing and operational activities in support of manufacturing per site Standard Operating Procedures in a safe and compliant manner. Requires detailed knowledge of the operational aspects for Fermentation, Media and Buffer Prep, Purification, and Chemistry. * In addition to processing, cleaning, and operating major process equipment (tanks, fermentors, ultra-filtration units, centrifuges, column, etc.), job duties also include routine production preparation tasks such as preparing production glassware and other equipment by operating industrial washers and autoclaves, use calibrated scales to weigh out dry components and use graduated cylinders and flasks to measure liquids. Also, performs laboratory activities such as: performing sample dilutions, pH, and conductivity readings. * Requires understanding of scientific principles, operational aspects of production equipment, automation control systems, processing requirements and any related procedural requirements with emphasis on microbial fermentation / purification processing. * Requires understanding of continuous improvement (CI) processes. Ability to use CI boards and provide input. Knowledgeable with 5S process and have the ability to maintain 5S standards within the manufacturing areas.

* BA/BS Tech/Bus/Industry/Science with minimum 2 years direct regulated manufacturing pharma/biotech experience * AAS Science related with minimum 4 years direct regulated manufacturing pharma/biotech experience * HS or equivalent with minimum 8 years direct regulated manufacturing pharma/biotech experience