Automation Manager

Use Your Power for Purpose
The Manager, Automation within the Manufacturing Technology team in the Focus Factory will have overall responsibility for managing a team responsible for the networked engineering data collection, monitoring, and automated equipment and control systems within the Focus Factory.
This team will provide oversight, direct support and ensure compliance of automated systems and equipment during operation and change management of the Focus Factory's systems (This includes, but is not limited to, computerized GMP systems for the operation and control of manufacturing equipment, SCADA systems, and data monitoring and collection systems).
You will oversee the design, development, deployment, integration, maintenance, and qualification of site automation systems, ensuring zero downtime and enhancing manufacturing success rates. You will manage all project phases, develop documentation, manage contract resources (when applicable), and provide troubleshooting support for systems within the Focus Factory. This will include the risk assessments, change controls, post-implementation hypercare and ongoing support.
You will lead and allocate resources, share knowledge across the Focus Factory and with the site's Center of Excellence, champion innovation, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Additionally, you will assess talent needs, develop talent, and be accountable for developing a diverse talent pipeline.
You will report into 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.
What You Will Achieve
In this role, you will:

• Ensure various user levels have appropriate, documented training and authorization for access to computer systems, including audit trail reviews.
• Execute data archival and retrieval processes within the Focus Factory.
• Support Audit Trail Reviews and User Access Reviews for systems within the Focus Factory.
• Support specification updates management, computerized systems/automated systems qualification, controls obsolescence, and serialization execution updates, and OSI PI tag additions as appropriate.
• Own lifecycle management and software management for computer systems within the Focus Factory.
• Implementation and execution of compliance initiatives including monitoring of system security procedures and practices, review of audit trails and system logins for conformance and assessment of cumulative change impact.
• Support root cause analysis during investigations
• Own CAPAs, CRS, action items, risk assessments, change controls, FMEAs as they relate to automation changes within the Focus Factory
• Develop and oversee regulatory design aspects for GMP related computer systems.
• Manage and execute automation and controls for capital investments within the Focus Factory, and develop site procedures for documentation of automation control systems, from specifications through operational procedures.
• Partner with groups within the focus factory to ensure proper project management of all of the focus factory's capital projects, including fixed asset control.
• Participate in shut down planning

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• 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.
• Knowledge of working with computers and associated applications such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Broad experience in a pharmaceutical environment with a hands-on understanding of control and data acquisition systems, IT infrastructures, automated calibration and maintenance management systems
• Experience in designing and implementing PLC, SCADA, OPC, Data Management or networked automated systems and electronic batch records.

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• Prior experience in a high regulated pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience in project management to timelines and budgets.
• Experience in troubleshooting issues to root cause and recommending and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Ensure that proven practices are defined and understood by team members who have the responsibility to implement automation systems
• Display excellent interpersonal effectiveness and communication skills (written and oral).
• Manage capital projects from conceptual phases through equipment installations, cGMP compliance, commissioning, validation and continuous improvement.
• Have hands-on experience with engineering design, commissioning and validation.
• Planning and scheduling experience in these activities.

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

• 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.
• Work Location Assignment: On Premise colleagues work in a Pfizer site because it's needed to get their job done. They may have flexibility to work remotely from time to time, but they are primarily on-site.

Other Details:

• Last day to apply: August 11, 2025

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $112,700.00 to $187,800.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 15.0% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. 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 salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
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