Hospira, Inc. Posted October 21, 2026

M23 Senior Production Operator - Nights

McPherson, United States Full time
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About this opportunity

Use Your Power for Purpose

Our breakthroughs would not make it to the hands of patients without our dedicated and agile pharmaceutical manufacturing team. We rely on members who understand the importance and impact of their role in Pfizer’s mission. Patients need colleagues like you who take pride in their work and always strive to improve outcomes. You will help ensure that patients and physicians have the medicines they need when they need them.

What You Will Achieve

The Senior Production Operator I is responsible for the proper operation and maintenance of assigned production equipment.  Performing routine preventative maintenance and repair of production equipment, and operation of the equipment during manufacturing.

In this role, you will:

Self-motivated with ability to work in a team environment and independently.

Work in a clean manufacturing environment, requiring special garments to be worn.  Demonstrate proficiency in gown/de-gown (i.e. aseptic) process.

Responsible for the proper operation of production equipment.  Perform machine set-up, repairs, adjustments, changeovers, emergency repair/replacement, and preventative maintenance on production equipment per the applicable procedures.

Interact and interpret data from production equipment computerized control systems and displays.

Responsible for equipment efficiency, downtime, and scrap rate.

Adhere to all safety requirements (e.g. PPE, LOTO, etc.) and process step requirements (e.g. SOP, Batch Records).

Communicate recommendation and plan of action for equipment repair to supervisor.

Communicate and inform management of all safety and/or quality issues.

Communicate effectively with team members and management to achieve production deliverables and schedule adherence.

Support the Integrated Manufacturing Excellence (IMEx) activities (e.g. Continuous Improvement (CI), Standard Work (SW), and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) includingtracking metrics).

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

High School Diploma or GED

2+ years of experience OR post secondary education in mechanics or related

Self‑motivated problem solver able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Ability to communicate effectively across departments and follow written and verbal instructions.

Competence in troubleshooting and performing quality checks

Demonstrated ability to follow established procedures and guidelines

Analytical, detail-oriented problem solver with strong organizational skills

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

Previous experience in cGMPs (current Good Manufacturing Practices) environment

Relevant pharmaceutical experience.

Proficiency in using manufacturing software and tools

Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment

Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to mentor team members

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

Work Environment & Operational Conditions 

Stand 8-12 hours per shift, sit 2-4 hours per shift, use computer terminal 1 hour per shift.

Change into area required garments (i.e. scrubs, shoes, PPE, safety glasses) 2-3 times per shift.

Work around moving/rotating equipment, work around chemicals, work in hearing conservation area, work on knees or non-standing position occasionally for repairs.  Requires physical activity for equipment repair, adjustment and operation of equipment.

Respond to visual/audible warning and alarm indicators, respond to color or other visual indicators.

Walk on floors/catwalks, climb stairs/ladders

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Non-Standard Requirements

Third Shift (Night)

Hours:1800 - 0600

OT / Rotation: Rotating Weekends. Average 44 schedules hours per week

Ability to work overtime as required.

No travel required.

Other Job Details:

Last day to Apply: October 28, 2026

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

The salary for this position ranges from $21.02 to $35.04 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 - Kansas - Mcpherson 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.

Pfizer endeavors to make   www.pfizer.com/careers   accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing, please email   disabilityrecruitment@pfizer.com . This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website, online application process and/or interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned.

To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on  Pfizer Careers .

Manufacturing

Job details

Seniority
Senior
Function
Manufacturing & CMC
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
McPherson, United States
Employment type
Full time

How this role compares

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