Engineering Systems & Continuous Improvement Leader

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 or supporting maintenance and reliability your expertise will be crucial in delivering life-saving medicines to patients around the world. By collaborating with our forward-thinking engineering team you will help envision new possibilities and take decisive action to bring innovative solutions to life.

As the Engineering Systems & Continuous Improvement Leader reporting to the Engineering Leader you will play a vital role within the Engineering Leadership this position you will be responsible for optimizing and integrating engineering business processes across the site. You will ensure robust knowledge management and develop expertise for all key engineering systems while championing continuous improvement and innovation.

You will also lead and contribute to the development and execution of a comprehensive Engineering master plan. By fostering a culture of operational excellence and aligning strategies with site fundamentals you will have a direct impact on enhancing performance efficiency and the long-term success of the site.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive leader who is passionate about driving change building strong teams and delivering sustainable improvements in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities of the role:

Continuous Improvement: Responsible for implementing continuous improvement projects that aim to enhance performance increase efficiency and reduce the cost of goods. Work collaboratively with Engineering Teams (e.g. Plant and Integrated Facility Management) other site functions and the wider Engineering network to:

• Use a structured approach to prioritise and deliver improvement ideas using the CI Loops at the right levels across the site and department
• Avail of opportunities for simplification and replication from the wider network
• Align on the priority Engineering KPIs and metrics to drive Engineering system improvements

Site Strategy: Ensure Engineering is positioning itself for growth and opportunity by continually simplifying and reducing our activities. Focus site Engineering goals to ensure clear link to the site & PGS strategy. Understanding of site comparative performance by completing internal/external benchmarking activities.

Collaboration: Collaborate with Engineering teamsincluding Plant and Integrated Facility Management as well as other site functions. Maintain strong coordination with Manufacturing EHS and Quality departments to support the effective integration of Maintenance Engineering processes. Lead and manage a diverse team by promoting a collaborative and high-performance environment. Provide clear direction and support to ensure team members accomplish their objectives and contribute to the overall success of the site.

Process Improvement: Foster innovation to drive continuous enhancement of processes thereby increasing the effectiveness and efficiency of Engineering operations. Examples include but are not limited to:

• Deliver Strategies for Asset Reliability Excellence by leveraging the Pfizer Asset Care Excellence (PACE) Program.
  • Work with stakeholders to develop and maintain the Site Maintenance Master Plan (MMP). Ensure that master planning is comprehensive across all individual areas and create a consolidated Engineering Master Plan to support the Site Master Plan development.
  • Implementing a site-wide Work Management improvement initiative.
  • Optimizing the planning scheduling and execution of maintenance works.
• Support the investigation of Common Cause failures (Equipment Failure related downtime).
• Provide Reliability input to Capital program (focus on design and maintainability).
• Analysis of Reliability Metrics and generate improvement programs.
• Provide coaching and education to Engineering and other Site stakeholders on PACE Program.
• Provide support in electrical mechanical and calibration management. Facilitate development and administration of core site engineering systems and processes including development and review of Engineering Procedures.

Note: Subject Matter Expert Engineers to report directly to Engineering System and Continuous Improvement Leader.

Data Accuracy and System Management: Ensure the accuracy of data and effective management of systems to maximise their use and efficiency using latest Digital technologies.

What You Will Achieve

• Set objectives and manage high-complexity projects.
• Lead people technology and financial resources including those outside direct authority.
• Actively share knowledge across multiple functions and contribute to knowledge management processes.
• Champion innovation by developing resources and taking appropriate risks to implement new ideas.
• Interpret the Divisions strategy to establish business priorities.
• Assess talent needs and identify potential talent within the organization.
• Hold managers accountable for their management skills and the development of a diverse talent pipeline.
• Lead teams to implement strategic direction and influence senior management decisions.
• Partner with the leadership to achieve objectives and manage Pfizer direct reports to meet customer requirements efficiently.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• Bachelors Engineering Degree and 5 years of experience in Engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong and experienced leader with the ability to develop people to their best potential and a manage diverse team.

• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to influence at all organizational levels

• Proven skills in problem-solving and project management
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent customer stakeholder and relationship management abilities
• Ability to manage complex projects and lead cross-functional teams

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Ability to drive a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
• Excellent interpersonal and team-building skills
• Strong organizational and time management abilities

Work Location Assignment:On Premise