Overview
Associate MES Engineer- Recipe Author role at Pfizer. Supports developing and maintaining eMBRs at the Sanford, NC Manufacturing Site. Will become proficient with authoring in PharmaSuite MES. Responsible for authoring, configuring and revising eMBRs and Workflows. Requires verification/validation of MES objects and creating support documents (protocols, SOPs, reports and specifications). The MES Engineer will collaborate with multiple departments to assess and define user requirements and provide troubleshooting support to end users. The recipe author will need a proactive approach in managing their time and workload.
Responsibilities
- Assist the MES Engineers with process evaluation, process mapping and site fit gap analysis and capturing manufacturing, automation, and compliance requirements
- Develop and increase understanding of MES Authoring requirements and EBR Lifecycle process
- Inform the MES Manager of project challenges and risks at the earliest opportunity
- Participate in development, authoring, testing and deploying electronic master batch records (eMBRs) and workflows
- Assist with process problems and recommend corrective and preventive actions
- Complete assigned tasks from the MES Manager on time
- Clearly communicate progress and issues to peers
- Demonstrate planning, organization, time management and team participation
- Assist in creating and revising SOPs, Functional Verifications, and other required documents
- Provide troubleshooting support to Manufacturing, as needed
- Off-hours coverage and support responsibility, as required
Minimum Requirements
- Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with 0+ years of experience; OR an associate's degree with 4 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 6 years of relevant experience
- Ability to communicate effectively with customers and colleagues at different levels in the organization
- Comfortable working independently as well as in a team environment
- Experience in time management; understanding the criticality of completing assigned activities on time
- Experience in manufacturing and/or quality operations
- Must be proactive in developing MES authoring knowledge and skillset
- Have a positive attitude and high-level of personal and data integrity
- Knowledge of GxPs
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in MES Authoring, Protocol requirements and testing
- Knowledge of automation and integration with eMBRs
Non-standard Work Schedule, Travel Or Environment
Night and weekends will be required to support Manufacturing, as needed.
Other Job Details
Last Date to Apply for Job: September 17, 2025
Referral Bonus Eligibility: YES
Eligible for Relocation Package: NO
Work Location Assignment: Hybrid
Salary: The annual base salary ranges from $66,500.00 to $110,900.00, with bonus target of 7.5% of base salary under Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan. Benefits include 401(k) with Pfizer Matching, retirement contribution, paid vacation/holiday/personal days, parental/maternity leave, medical/dental/vision coverage. Location-based variations apply.
Compliance and Accessibility
Sunshine Act information and EEO statements apply as described in the Pfizer candidate site. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States. If you need accessibility accommodations, contact disabilityrecruitment@pfizer.com.