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Pfizer INC

M23 Senior Production Operator - Nights

United States - Kansas - McPherson Posted today

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  • Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 40 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first.
  • The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
  • No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area.
  • Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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Employer is on a government sponsor record
The US Department of Labor certified 40 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
No salary bar for this route
H-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.

US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).

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About the role

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 pou

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