Automation Technician - McPherson, KS

Use Your Power for Purpose
At Pfizer, we believe that every role contributes to our mission of improving patients' lives.  Whether you are involved in the design and development of manufacturing processes for products or supporting the upkeep of systems, engineering is crucial to ensuring customers and patients receive the medicines they need. By collaborating with our forward-thinking engineering team, you'll play a pivotal role in accelerating the delivery of medicines to the world. 


What You Will Achieve
In this role, you will:

Design, install, validate, maintain, and calibrate critical manufacturing computer information systems to enhance manufacturing success rates and ensure zero downtime.
Integrate operational knowledge, equipment control, and data into large systems to enforce operational sequences across departments for batch production, testing, performance tracking, and drug substance disposition.
Contribute individually to team deliverables, represent the work group within department teams, and foster a positive team environment.
Manage personal time and professional development, being accountable for results.
Follow standard procedures to complete tasks of varying scope, sequence, and complexity within the agreed timeframe.
Identify and solve moderately routine problems.
Complete assignments with general supervision using established procedures, referring deviations from standard procedures to the supervisor.
Ensure work is reviewed for accuracy, quality, and adherence to standards.
Engage in optimized alarm management and monitoring practices, conduct preventive and predictive maintenance on plant systems, and develop maintenance SOPs to sustain plant assets.
Troubleshoot and identify problems with instruments and electrical devices, participate in continuous improvement initiatives, support investigations, and contribute to project construction and commissioning.
 

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

A High School Diploma or GED 4+ years of relevant experience
Proficiency in computer software applications
Experience with instrumentation and automation systems in a manufacturing environment
Strong troubleshooting skills for process and equipment issues
Knowledge of Preventive and Predictive Maintenance practices
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
Familiarity with safety protocols and procedures
Effective communication and teamwork skills

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

Experience with large-scale manufacturing computer information systems
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
Proficiency in data analysis and reporting
Ability to train and mentor less-experienced colleagues
Familiarity and basic understanding of common AI tools and a curiosity for learning how they can be used to enhance productivity
  


PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

To perform all the duties required in this job description, persons must be in good physical condition and able to work on ladders in less than desirable areas (i.e., mechanical rooms).

• Ability to work in gown room conditions.

• Light to moderate lifting may be required for some duties. Must be able to lift 50+ pounds.

• Proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safe practices must be observed.

• Requires continuous physical activity for repair, adjustment, and troubleshooting of equipment/systems.

• Some areas present exposure to heat, steam, and liquids.

• Satisfactory performance and attendance are required.

• Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures given in English.

• Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment.

• Work is performed in a pharmaceutical plant which may include exposure to moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, laboratory settings, and clean room environment.

• Ability to follow regulatory guidelines.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms, and tight and enclosed spaces.

• Work is on-site with limited remote work and travel.


NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Regular Work Schedule:
 

Night shift (start time 1800). 12-hour schedule. Overtime work may be required. Work requires on-site presence. Occasional national/international travel for equipment factory acceptance testing, training seminars, vendor meetings, work progress meetings, etc.
Non-Regular Work Schedule:

At different times of the year, this position will work long hours for scheduled manufacturing shutdown periods and throughout the year may be required to work late with little notice as need arises when equipment is unexpectedly down.

Work Location Assignment: On Premise





OTHER JOB DETAILS

Last Date to Apply for Job: October 27th, 2026

 

 

The salary for this position ranges from $28.76 to $47.93 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.