Plant Engineer I - Sanford, NC
Plant Engineer I - Sanford, NC
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ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS- Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available toVeterans Transitioning Military National Guard and Reserve Members Military Spouses Wounded Warriors and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set education requirements and experience please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise this role is On-Site at the location detailed in the job post.
Use Your Power for Purpose
At Pfizer we believe that every role contributes to our mission of improving patients lives. Whether you are involved in the design and development of manufacturing processes for products or supporting the upkeep of systems engineering is crucial to ensuring customers and patients receive the medicines they need. By collaborating with our forward-thinking engineering team youll play a pivotal role in accelerating the delivery of medicines to the world.
What You Will Achieve
Responsible for providing technical and engineering expertise to maximize site equipment availability reliability and reduce maintenance costs through system and process continuous improvement i.e. LEAN principles and Continuous Improvement methodology. Develop and implement strategies and methods that improve preventive maintenance processes and procedures resulting in enhanced equipment performance. Technically support all aspects of maintenance operations while ensuring compliance with SOPs cGMPs safety procedures quality standards OSHA standards other regulatory agency standards good maintenance practices and corporate initiatives. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes and equipment at the Sanford site including Solution Prep (Media & Buffer Prep) Fermentation/Cell Culture Purification and Chemistry Suites including both traditional Stainless Steel and Single Use equipment. A summary of responsibilities is as follows:
Work closely with manufacturing personnel/other departments to resolve utility related issues and implement process improvements.
Act as a liaison between manufacturing personnel and utilities for corrective work and utilities support.
Support implementation of equipment upgrades and optimization.
Capital projects for new equipment purchase installation and facility integration.
Trouble shooting issues with utilities in support of site manufacturing storage and quality.
Coordination with other plant engineers validation and automation colleagues in support of manufacturing operations.
Provide technical support for equipment and process improvement initiatives using good engineering practices simple & advanced problem-solving techniques.
Foster a Safety Culture.
Experience with Pharmaceutical clean room design and requirements.
Fully accountable for all assigned area infrastructure assets.
Plan and Forecast work required for assigned area infrastructure assets.
Provide development opportunities cross-functional training mentoring and diversity within Site Engineering & Maintenance.
Provide good judgment and innovation by utilizing and adapting a broad knowledge of engineering principles and practices acquired through progressive experience.
Remain current in requirements of the ever-changing business environment inclusive of site/network plan of record capital budgeting and total cost of ownership including reliability.
Preparation of Capital Investment requirements to maintain assigned areas Asset Reliability and Plan of Record.
Actively participate in or lead Site & Corporate initiatives such as Engineering Without Borders Communities of Practice Limited Duration Teams VPP and Conformance Standards.
Perform equipment evaluations to determine and justify new equipment equipment replacement and incorporate into capital plan. Equipment replacement should be identified as part of a site or facility Master Plan.
Review equipment for condition performance and maintenance history; assessing the liability caused by marginal equipment performance; assessing the cost and value of overhauling or upgrading to the cost of replacement; and creating justifications for capital replacements.
Equipment evaluations should include risk assessments to determine if adequate redundancy exists to support operations in the event of catastrophic equipment failure.
Recommends and presents capital equipment purchases to facilitate campus growth and to maximize equipment reliability.
Provide subject matter expertise for PM task-list development and revisions. Assists RCM analysis team to determine PM and part strategies. Based on expertise history and RCM analysis results. Perform PM reviews PM modifications CMMS data mining to investigate equipment trends failure defense identification and planning work process improvements and setup of maintenance metrics.
Determine equipment PM requirements and approve PM changes.
Programs and systems should be supported with procedures and training while ensuring compliance with all regulatory and company requirements.
Ensure plant critical equipment is covered by PM and PdM programs.
Use Your Power for Purpose
At Pfizer we believe that every role contributes to our mission of improving patients lives. Whether you are involved in the design and development of manufacturing processes for products or supporting the upkeep of systems engineering is crucial to ensuring customers and patients receive the medicines they need. By collaborating with our forward-thinking engineering team youll play a pivotal role in accelerating the delivery of medicines to the world.
What You Will Achieve
Responsible for providing technical and engineering expertise to maximize site equipment availability reliability and reduce maintenance costs through system and process continuous improvement i.e. LEAN principles and Continuous Improvement methodology. Develop and implement strategies and methods that improve preventive maintenance processes and procedures resulting in enhanced equipment performance. Technically support all aspects of maintenance operations while ensuring compliance with SOPs cGMPs safety procedures quality standards OSHA standards other regulatory agency standards good maintenance practices and corporate initiatives. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes and equipment at the Sanford site including Solution Prep (Media & Buffer Prep) Fermentation/Cell Culture Purification and Chemistry Suites including both traditional Stainless Steel and Single Use equipment. A summary of responsibilities is as follows:
Work closely with manufacturing personnel/other departments to resolve utility related issues and implement process improvements.
Act as a liaison between manufacturing personnel and utilities for corrective work and utilities support.
Support implementation of equipment upgrades and optimization.
Capital projects for new equipment purchase installation and facility integration.
Trouble shooting issues with utilities in support of site manufacturing storage and quality.
Coordination with other plant engineers validation and automation colleagues in support of manufacturing operations.
Provide technical support for equipment and process improvement initiatives using good engineering practices simple & advanced problem-solving techniques.
Foster a Safety Culture.
Experience with Pharmaceutical clean room design and requirements.
Fully accountable for all assigned area infrastructure assets.
Plan and Forecast work required for assigned area infrastructure assets.
Provide development opportunities cross-functional training mentoring and diversity within Site Engineering & Maintenance.
Provide good judgment and innovation by utilizing and adapting a broad knowledge of engineering principles and practices acquired through progressive experience.
Remain current in requirements of the ever-changing business environment inclusive of site/network plan of record capital budgeting and total cost of ownership including reliability.
Preparation of Capital Investment requirements to maintain assigned areas Asset Reliability and Plan of Record.
Actively participate in or lead Site & Corporate initiatives such as Engineering Without Borders Communities of Practice Limited Duration Teams VPP and Conformance Standards.
Perform equipment evaluations to determine and justify new equipment equipment replacement and incorporate into capital plan. Equipment replacement should be identified as part of a site or facility Master Plan.
Review equipment for condition performance and maintenance history; assessing the liability caused by marginal equipment performance; assessing the cost and value of overhauling or upgrading to the cost of replacement; and creating justifications for capital replacements.
Equipment evaluations should include risk assessments to determine if adequate redundancy exists to support operations in the event of catastrophic equipment failure.
Recommends and presents capital equipment purchases to facilitate campus growth and to maximize equipment reliability.
Provide subject matter expertise for PM task-list development and revisions. Assists RCM analysis team to determine PM and part strategies. Based on expertise history and RCM analysis results. Perform PM reviews PM modifications CMMS data mining to investigate equipment trends failure defense identification and planning work process improvements and setup of maintenance metrics.
Determine equipment PM requirements and approve PM changes.
Programs and systems should be supported with procedures and training while ensuring compliance with all regulatory and company requirements.
Ensure plant critical equipment is covered by PM and PdM programs.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)
Applicant must have a Bachelors degree with at least 2 years of experience; OR a Masters degree with 0 years of experience; OR an Associates degree with 6 years of experience; OR a High school diploma (or equivalent) and 8 years of relevant experience
Registered Professional Engineer (PE) or the ability to obtain within 18 months of hire.
Working knowledge of Process Safety Management elements especially Change of Design and Quality Assurance/Mechanical Integrity.
Demonstrated skills in using computer systems such as Microsoft Office Suite reliability analysis software and computerized maintenance management systems.
Experience in HVAC Refrigeration/CTU Building Services and Plant Utility systems design and layout (Steam/Condensate Hot Water Chilled Water Tower Water Compressed Air Building Services Plumbing and Fire Protection).
Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)
Mechanical/Chemical (or similar) Engineering
Experience and understanding of all applicable building equipment electrical and energy codes i.e. ASHRAE NEMA ISA ISPE IEEE UL LEED etc
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to communicate effectively with senior management engineers and shop craft-persons.
Ability to instruct craftsmen and provide on the job training.
Project management skills.
Prioritizing multiple commitments able to shift priorities according to changes in departmental/facility needs and be open to different ideas/approaches.
Technical problem-solving skill
Be highly motivated show initiative and work well independently or in a team environment.
Demonstrated ability to effectively lead through influence and leadership skills in consensus and team building across functions and levels in the organization.
Demonstrated ability to analyze equipment failures using personal knowledge and internal and external resources.
NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
This role is standard day Monday through Friday work shift.
OTHER JOB DETAILS
Referral Bonus Eligibility: YES
Eligible for Relocation Package: NO
Work Location Assignment: On Premise
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $to $. In addition this position is eligible for participation in Pfizers Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 100% of the base salary. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of lifes 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 (). 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.
Employment Type
Full Time
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