Process Technician (11-Month Contract)

Process Technician - Pfizer Grange Castle (11-Month Contract via CPL)

About the Opportunity

We are currently hiring Process Technicians for our state of the art manufacturing facility at Pfizer, Grange Castle.

About the Role

You will be directly involved in the manufacturing of our products, ensuring that they meet all specifications for safety, potency, and efficacy. You will work within the guidelines of cGMP to ensure conformance with all regulatory requirements and site SOPs, while assisting in the improvement of all current processes through our Continuous Improvement Program.

• Assist in maintaining a safety oriented culture, cGMP compliant work environment always.
• Perform initial troubleshooting of issues identified during routing operations.
• Assist with the investigation of operational deviations through Quality System, engaging with relevant functions as appropriate.
• Training and mentoring of colleagues.
• Provide input into the creation and maintenance of area SOPs and batch records.
• Use Lean tools as part of daily operations (e.g., Method 1, 5S) to optimise efficiency and drive culture of Continuous Improvement and Zero Defects.
• Assist in facility start up, installation and validation activities to support the introduction of new products.

Training & Development

At Pfizer, we are committed to your growth and success. In this role, you will benefit from:

• Hands on practical training in manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Structured onboarding programme to support your transition into the role.
• Ongoing coaching and mentoring from experienced team members.
• Exposure to industry leading technologies and best practices.
• Opportunity to build a strong foundation for a long term career in Biopharmaceutical Industry.

Shift Pattern

• This role operates on a 24/7 shift pattern and includes a shift allowance.
• Shifts on a rotating 4 cycle, 3 cycle, 2 cycle schedule (days and nights).

Essential Requirements

A successful Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) is required as the minimum qualification.

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast paced environment.
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to work shift patterns.

Nice to Have

• Experience in pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing (not essential).
• Exposure to SOPs, batch records, or manufacturing systems (e.g., DeltaV, Unicorn).
• Knowledge of Lean tools such as Standard Work, 5S, or Method 1.

Why this role could be right for you?

• Gain hands on experience in a world class pharmaceutical manufacturing site.
• Receive full training and structured support.
• Work in a collaborative, high performing team environment.
• Build valuable experience that can open doors to future opportunities.

Location

• Fully onsite at Pfizer Grange Castle, Dublin.

Additional Information

• In order to be considered for this position in Ireland you need to be legally eligible to work in Ireland.
• Please note there is no relocation support available for this position.

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.