Manager, Process Engineering - Sterile Inspection
Pfizer
September 08, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Michigan, United States
Operations
Role: Provide technical expertise and operational support for sterile drug product inspection within Pfizer's manufacturing team, focusing on ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient inspection of injectable medicines. Responsibilities: conduct and tune inspection tests using visual, physical, and spectroscopy-based systems; troubleshoot equipment and processes; lead root-cause analyses and implement corrective actions; author and review documentation; develop and validate manufacturing processes; support audit preparations; and serve as SME for inspection technologies, including automated visual inspection systems. Lead technical improvement projects to enhance equipment reliability, reduce defects, and increase capacity; mentor junior staff; and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Requirements: Bachelor's degree with at least 4 years of experience, or equivalent qualifications; specific knowledge of sterile inspection practices, cGMP environment experience, and proven technical skills. Preferred: Six Sigma Black Belt; experience across multiple manufacturing departments; familiarity with AVI recipe development on Korber Seidenader equipment. High-Value: Expertise in sterile injectable product inspection, automated visual inspection technologies, process validation, and compliance audits. Work setup: On-premise with potential travel for projects and training; occasional weekend/evening hours may be required.