Automation Specialist

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.

Responsibilities:

• Supports the Automation Manager regarding the development, planning and implementation of the Automation Master Plan.
• It organizes, coordinates and controls the external specialist personnel necessary to carry out the required activities according to the guidelines and directives of the Automation Manager.
• As part of its activities, it ensures compliance with the requirements on safety, health, and the environment.
• It manages initiatives aimed at improving the efficiency of production and plant maintenance operations, in particular initiatives related to the process automation of machines and plant plants.
• Collaborates in guaranteeing and ensuring the management of the IT-OT infrastructure of the site.
• It provides IT support for the purpose of reviewing flows and their standardization, thus ensuring the optimization of processes: i.e. the improvement of production effectiveness and efficiency in the implementation phase of Smart Factory systems.
• It plays the role of SME for Smart Factory systems (OPC, Historian architecture, Business Intelligence, Machine Learning etc.).
• It analyzes the necessary requirements and collaborates with the various departments, for the integration of equipment, plants and production systems for the definition of data exchange protocols aimed at the implementation of new technologies related to Industry 4.0 concepts. (e.g. Data Acquisition, Big Data - Business Intelligence - Machine Learning - IoT) in compliance with the architecture and solutions defined globally.
• He is responsible for the acquisition of both business and GMPs data of equipment, plants, machines, both connected to the plant network and stand-alone, ensuring their correct historicization, consultation and correct restore.

Soft Skills and Cultural Fit

• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proactive mindset with a drive for continuous learning and improvement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Passion for technology and innovation, with a strong desire to enhance operational efficiency.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on process improvement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications: Minimum Training & Education Requirements Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Automation Engineering, or Information Technology
• 3+ years of experience in automation engineering or related fields of a complex site (preferred)

Other Requirements

• Excellent knowledge of GxP environment and regulatory compliance (e.g. data Integrity requirements: CFR21 part 11, ALCOA principles etc).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English".   

Location

Work Location Assignment: Onsite: Ascoli Piceno

Contract Type: Fixed Term (6 months)

Purpose

Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.  

Digital Transformation Strategy

One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.

Flexibility

We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture which encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self. Let’s start the conversation!  

Equal Employment Opportunity

We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.

Disability Inclusion
Our mission is unleashing the power of all our people and we are proud to be a disability inclusive employer, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all candidates. We encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments to support your application and future career. Your journey with Pfizer starts here!

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