Associate Manager - Reliability

Pfizer · Visakhapatnam

  • Experience8–9 yrs
  • SalaryNot disclosed
  • Work modeonsite
  • Posted29 Sept 2026

About Pfizer

Pfizer is hiring in Visakhapatnam in pharma biotech. This role looks for around 8+ years of experience.

Skills

  • Root Cause Failure Analysis
  • Equipment Criticality Ranking
  • PM/PdM optimization
  • Failure Modes and Effects Analysis
  • process automation systems
  • Current Good Manufacturing Practices
  • Microsoft Excel

The role

A maintenance engineer at a pharmaceutical manufacturing company oversees equipment reliability and utility systems, applying Current Good Manufacturing Practices and Root Cause Failure Analysis to support compliant operations. The role also uses Failure Modes and Effects Analysis and process automation systems for equipment reliability planning.

Full job description

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:

Oversee maintenance and reliability engineering tasks, including the redesign, upkeep, and repair of utility systems, buildings, and equipment. Contribute to moderately complex projects, managing time effectively and developing short-term work plans. Provide engineering support for developing scopes of work, project execution plans, and engineering studies for equipment installation or modification. Offer operational support, review preventive and corrective work orders, and manage technical writing and document reviews. Ensure calibration compliance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices, contemporary technologies, and best aseptic practices. Participate in Root Cause Failure Analysis investigations and update equipment reliability plans, collaborating with Production and Quality Team Leads. Promote workplace safety by following site safety procedures and performing proactive safety assessments. Actively participate in site and corporate initiatives, and serve as a liaison between quality, operations, and regulatory/compliance for timely closure of investigations.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

Electrical /Electronics / Instrumentation / Mechanical diploma (or equivalent) with 8+ years of experience or associate degree with 6+ years of experience. Experience with Root Cause Failure Analysis, Equipment Criticality Ranking, PM/PdM optimization, and/or Failure Modes and Effects Analysis. Experience with process automation systemsStrong knowledge and understanding of Current Good Manufacturing Practices (part of GxP)Excellent oral and written communication skillsWorking knowledge of MS ExcelAbility to manage complex issues and foster consensus among teams

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

Experience in the pharmaceutical sectorProficiency in technical writing and document reviewsKnowledge of contemporary technologies and best aseptic practicesProactive approach to promoting safety within the workplaceExperience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity. Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates.

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