Senior Associate Microbial Control

Use Your Power for Purpose
Every day, Pfizer's unwavering commitment to quality ensures the delivery of safe and effective products to patients. Our science and risk-based compliant quality culture is both flexible and innovative, always putting the patient first. Whether you are involved in development, maintenance, compliance, or research analysis, your contribution directly impacts patients.
What You Will Achieve
The Pfizer Sanford, NC site is a complex multi-product biotech manufacturing site that manufactures clinical and commercial vaccine and mAb products. This position will support the Pfizer Sanford Quality Operations department by performing Quality activities associated with Microbial Control of the Sanford facility. It is your dedication that will make Pfizer ready to achieve new milestones and help patients across the globe.
How You Will Achieve It

• Supporting investigations, reporting on microflora present in the facility, and developing and driving implementation of continuous improvement activities associated with contamination and environmental control
• Performing GMP tasks associated with maintaining compliant manufacturing areas and operations through sampling, analyzing, interpreting and trending results
• Contributing to the development and execution of Microbial Control site strategy by providing technical support for complex projects to ensure compliance to the strategy as well as Pfizer Quality Standards and BOH requirements
• Driving implementation of site strategy initiatives and work collaboratively to enforce aseptic behaviors and techniques across site
• Providing technical expertise related to aseptic techniques, contamination control strategy, environmental monitoring program, and other areas related to the impact of microorganisms on site manufacturing processes
• Preparing reports and/or exercise administrative control in support of the site Microbial Control program
• Acting as a designee for Microbial Control Lead
• Acting as an Aseptic Behavior Program Coach (including conducting observations and ensuring adherence to aseptic behavior expectations)
• Supporting media fill program strategy and airflow visualization review
• Leading continuous improvement projects
• Acting safely and following all EH&S safety requirements for site
• Authoring SOPs, forms, protocols, investigations, and risk assessments (as a facilitator and/or team member)
• Supporting regulatory agency inspections
• Interacting with Production, Quality Operations, and other Sanford site departments. Depending on specific assigned tasks/activities, interacting with other Pfizer PGS sites, Pfizer research and development groups, and contract laboratories.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• 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 knowledge and experience with microbiology, microbial control of pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities, aseptic practices, environmental and utilities monitoring and trending, and Quality Risk Management.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Solid understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices and relevant GxP regulations and standards
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to prioritize, track, and report status of assigned actions across multiple production areas

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• Experience with the Mobile Data Acquisition application (MODA-EM), Global Quality Tracking System (TrackWise); and Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Manufacturing, quality, or engineering experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience leading continuous improvement projects
• Knowledge in the application of statistical tools, root cause analysis, and/or six sigma methodologies

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Requires working in an office setting where sitting and computer usage would be typical. Ability to stand for at least 2 to 3 hours at a time, sit for at least 2 to 3 hours at a time, and walk long distances.
• Ability to complete and maintain gowning qualification and work in classified environments.
• Ability to qualify on and use a powered air purifying respirator (PAPR)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and able to create and deliver clear written and verbal presentations with minimal input.
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and strong critical thinking skills
• Ability to develop professional relationships to work effectively within own team and interdepartmental teams
• Ability to follow written procedures and learn from hands-on training
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Non-Standard Work Schedule, Travel, or Environment Requirements

• This role is Monday through Friday, 1st shift
• On-Call, Weekend, and Holiday hours may be required to meet business and/or customer needs.

Other Job Details:

• Last day to Apply: July 10th, 2025
• Eligible for Relocation Assistance: No
• Work Location Assignment: On Premise

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $80 300,00 to $133 900,00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 10,0% of the base salary. 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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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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