Packaging Technician II

Use Your Power for Purpose

Our breakthroughs would not reach the hands of patients without our dedicated pharmaceutical manufacturing team. We rely on agile members who understand the critical impact of their role in Pfizer's mission. Patients need colleagues like you who take pride in their work and continuously strive to improve outcomes. Your efforts ensure that patients and physicians have timely access to the medicines they need.

What You Will Achieve

Packaging Technicians are responsible for the operation of production lines. Work is performed in strict compliance with manufacturing standards (SOPs) and following all regulatory requirements (i.e., GMPs & OSHA).

This job includes the following functions:

• Perform all tasks in strict compliance with operating procedures, best practices and regulatory requirements.

• Dependable - Follows unit / area / plant requirements and guidelines.

• Demonstrate leadership behaviors within the unit, taking ownership and accountability of the production schedule, product quality, and leading by example.

• Willing to assist other production units in order to meet unit / site goals.

• Perform a variety of miscellaneous tasks in support of the Kalamazoo Site objectives.

• Demonstrating growth mindset to share best practices and utilize downtime effectively.

• Completing and maintaining all required training on time

• Perform all operating and packaging duties as required by operating unit.

• Operate selected production process equipment.

• Perform Line clearances and cleaning.

• Perform necessary process checks including but not limited to, package checks, hourly audits, etc.

• Consistently displays Own-It behaviors in accordance with Pfizer Core Competencies: Seizes accountability; grows self; change agile; self-awareness; commits to one Pfizer; peer relationships.

• Train and mentor new colleagues and TCWs

• Provide feedback to leadership regarding issues and errors with GMP documentation.

• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Overview: As an entry position, the colleague is expected to show progression towards all the items below and competency on a growing number of them as the duration in the role progresses.

EHS

• Safety Orientation

• LOTO

• Unit safety audits and inspections

GMP

• GMP record entries

• Access to area specific gowning

• Meets daily GMP requirements - with assistance

• Maintains training requirements per Site and Unit Goals

Packaging Operations

• Contributes to production output

• Checks product quality

• Accurate Handoffs

• Conducts area audits - GMP/5S/Safety

• Weekend Rotation (participation)

• Perform line clean and clear activities prior to and following a production order

• Assist with material handling, staging, etc. activities

• Responsible for accuracy of batch record related documentation and batch record review

• Complete LOTO, line logs, maintenance logs as needed

• NSL Specific Operation (in addition to Packaging Operations):

• SAP / PEPS / WPM Access and performs all necessary entries

• Assist with equipment changeovers on production lines

• Powders Specific Operation (in addition to Packaging Operations):

• SAP / PEPS / WPM Access and performs all necessary entries

• Assist with equipment changeovers on production lines

Other:

• Performs work in professional, self-directed, responsible, and timely manner

• Responsible for the direction of colleagues and TCWs while leading the work center / production line

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• High School Diploma or GED with 6 months manufacturing experience

• Proficiency in math and reading skills for comprehending Standard Operating Procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), and Batch Records

• Ability to apply basic algebra and geometry concepts

• Excellent communication skills

• Evidence of strong team interaction and leadership abilities

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• Knowledge of GMP's and Food Sanitation in a food or dietary supplement manufacturing plant

• Experience in a pharmaceutical or similar regulated industry

• Technical skills in operating and maintaining packaging equipment

• Problem-solving skills in a structured environment

• Ability to work under close supervision and follow established guidelines

• Attention to detail and commitment to quality

• Strong organizational skills

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

• Openness to new ideas and continuous improvement

• Familiarity and basic understanding of common AI tools and a curiosity for learning how they can be used to enhance productivity

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical Demands:

• Considerable standing. Walking, bending reaching and lifting up to 42 pounds.

• Manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination is required.

This position requires the manual packaging of products.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Positions can be staffed across all three shifts based on business needs. Weekend, holiday, and overtime may be required to meet business or customer needs.

OTHER JOB DETAILS

Last Date to Apply for Job: 4/20/26

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

The salary for this position ranges from $17.04 to $28.40 per hour. In addition, this position offers eligibility for overtime, weekend, holiday and other pay premiums depending on the work schedule and the Company's policies. 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 applies only to the United States - Michigan - Kalamazoo location.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer.

U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.

Sunshine Act

Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider's name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act. Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.

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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