Sr. Team Leader - Equipment Maintenance

Use Your Power for Purpose

At Pfizer, we believe that every role contributes to our mission of improving patients' lives. 

The Engineering Shift Lead for the IMA Filling Line is responsible for leading the shift engineering team to ensure uninterrupted production, reliable equipment performance, and timely technical support. This role focuses heavily on mechanical systems, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and compliance with safety and quality standards.

What You Will Achieve

In this role, you will:

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Key Responsibilities

1. Equipment Reliability & Troubleshooting

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Lead mechanical/Instrumentation troubleshooting of IMA filling line equipment (e.g., sensors, PLC, conveyors, dosing units, sealing systems, servo mechanisms).

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Ensure minimum downtime by providing quick and effective diagnostic responses to mechanical failures.

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Guide team members on root cause analysis, FMEA and corrective actions.

2. Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

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Oversee execution of shift-level preventive maintenance (PM) activities as per schedule.

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Ensure proper lubrication, alignment, precision adjustments, and mechanical integrity checks.

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Identify recurring issues and propose reliability improvements.

3. Shift Leadership & Coordination

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Lead and supervise a team of Team members and operators during the shift.

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Coordinate with Manufacturing, quality, safety, and warehouse teams to ensure smooth operations.

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Conduct shift handover meetings with accurate reporting of issues, breakdowns, and follow-up actions.

4. Continuous Improvement

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Drive improvements in line efficiency (OEE), waste reduction, and equipment performance.

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Support implementation of Lean, Kaizen, and TPM initiatives.

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Participate in equipment modification or upgrade activities.

5. Documentation & Compliance

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Ensure accurate logging of breakdowns, PM activities, spare consumption, and equipment status.

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Adhere to safety and GMP guidelines, ensuring compliance at all stages.

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Prepare shift reports and maintenance logs as required.

6. Spare Parts & Tools Management

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Monitor critical mechanical spares and escalate requirements for replenishment.

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Ensure proper usage and control of tools and maintenance kits.

7. Safety & Quality Assurance

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Ensure all mechanical interventions follow safety protocols and lock-out/tag-out procedures.

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Support investigations for deviations, equipment-related NCRs, and quality incidents.

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Promote safety culture within the team.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

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Diploma (or equivalent) with 10+ years of experience or associate’s degree with 8+ years of experience or BA/BS with 5+ years of experience or MBA/MS with any years of relevant experience  

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Strong expertise in equipment and project management

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Demonstrated direct supervisory experience

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Solid understanding of knowledge management

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Proficiency in Good Manufacturing Practices (including cGMP), OSHA, FDA, and environmental regulations relevant to the pharmaceutical industry

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Strong English speaking and writing abilities

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

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Strong technical skills and hands-on experience with communication protocols

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Experience with LEAN manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies

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Excellent problem-solving skills

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Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

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Ability to mentor and develop team members

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Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity. Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates.

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