Pfizer · 9 hours ago
Manager, Technical Operations - Packaging Engineering
United States - North Carolina - Rocky Mount
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$116K/yr - $188K/yr
4+ years expPfizer is a leading healthcare company that is seeking a Manager, Technical Operations - Packaging Engineering. This role provides strategic leadership and technical expertise to support Focus Factory Manufacturing Technology teams, ensuring alignment with global standards and overseeing packaging engineering initiatives.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceuticalPrecision Medicine
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead a team that will drive strategic leadership and serve as a Center of Excellence for the Focus Factory Manufacturing Technology (Tech Ops) teams
Drive alignment with global and industry best practices in packaging, ensuring consistency and compliance across programs
Lead the development and execution of the Packaging Specification Program, Packaging Solutions, and Packaging Engineering initiatives. Artwork, shipper label and barcode management
Oversee the implementation and optimization of key systems including e-PALMS3 and QTE Solutions (Bartender)
Lead the site visual inspection (VI) and serialization programs, coordinating with the FF and Capital project teams for project related work
Manage the Artwork (Labeling) Program and support regulatory filing strategies for equipment and process content in CMC documents
Ensure successful deployment of sitewide technical projects, including capital projects, shutdowns, and initiatives aligned with the Site Master Plan and Technology Road Map
Act as Local Process Owner (LPO) for revolutionized packaging programs and facilitate Communities of Practice across site-wide teams
Lead complex investigations and support the implementation and monitoring of PQS and global standards
Own and manage the department budget, project selection and prioritization, and ensure delivery of technical project milestones and on-time CAPA/CC actions
Foster a mature Focus Factory model that supports autonomy in technical decision-making and a self-sustaining work structure
Qualification
Required
Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with at least 4 years of experience; OR a master's degree with at least 2 years of experience; OR a PhD with 0+ years of experience; OR as associate's degree with 8 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 10 years of relevant experience
Strong background in Packaging Engineering practices
Familiarity with regulatory filing strategies and PQS/global standard implementation
Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional technical projects and capital planning
Experience with regulatory artwork requirements, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional project execution
Proven experience leading cross-functional technical teams and capital projects
Working knowledge and understanding of SAP system
Preferred
Strong knowledge of regulatory filing strategies and CMC documentation
Experience with Serialization and VI programs/processes
Demonstrated ability to manage complex investigations and technical problem-solving
Excellent project management skills, including budget oversight and milestone tracking
Strong communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience working in a mature Focus Factory or self-sustaining technical model is a plus
Ability to influence site-wide technical direction and drive strategic initiatives
Familiarity with tools such as e-PALMS3, QTE Solutions (Bartender), and visual inspection technologies is also considered advantageous
Benefits
401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions
Additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
Paid vacation
Holiday and personal days
Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
Health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage
Company
Pfizer
Pfizer is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and delivers medicines and vaccines.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$38BKey Investors
Starboard Value
2025-11-21Post Ipo Debt· $6B
2024-10-07Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2023-05-16Post Ipo Debt· $31B
Leadership Team
Albert Bourla
Chief Executive Officer
Ian Read
Chief Executive Officer
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