Production Operator - Neurodiversity Hiring Initiative - Specialisterne

Specialisterne is recruiting!

Specialisterne connects qualified neurodivergent candidates to employment opportunities in numerous industries and sectors in Canada and the US.

To apply, you will have experienced barriers getting and/or maintaining meaningful employment and identify with one of the following: 

• Autism (including Asperger’s and PDD-NOS)
• Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
• Learning Disability (e.g., dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia)
• Intellectual Disability
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Tourette Syndrome 

Specialisterne is proud to collaborate with Pfizer’s SourceAbled program to recruit neurodivergent candidates for entry-level roles in Manufacturing & Production.

As a premier pharmaceutical company, Pfizer benefits from a uniquely diverse workforce which includes strong disability and neurodiversity representation. Their mission has always been to draw from the best available talent pools, and they recognize the community of disabled and neurodiverse candidates as an invaluable source of this highly sought-after talent.

Summary

• Organization: Pfizer
• Job Title: Production Operator
• Location: Rocky Mount, NC

Employment Terms:

• Onsite, full-time employment
• Hours: 9:00am-6:00pm
• Estimated Pay Rate: $14.87 to $24.78 per hour
• Overtime and work outside of regular schedule may be required, depending on production needs

Essential Tasks - In this job, you will:

• Adhere to all gowning/uniform requirements in assigned areas
• Keep accurate records and production logs; complete batch records as required
• Process, inspect, and/or package commodities through various processing stages
• Operate minor assembly type machines in or out of a clean room type environment
• Perform detailed inspections of commodities

General Skills and Abilities - In this job you will demonstrate:

• Ability to comprehend and respond to verbal and written instructions/plant documents
• Ability to maintain concentration while performing repetitive tasks
• Ability to work independently or in groups effectively
• Ability to work overtime as required
• Ability to stand up to 8-12 hours per shift, sit for up to 2-4 hours per shift, twist at waist 10 times per hour, regularly lift up to 20 pounds per activity 5 times per shift, occasionally lift a maximum of 50 pounds per activity 1 time per shift, walk, climb stairs, climb ladders/walk on catwalks
• Ability to use computer terminals 1 hour per shift, respond to visual warning indicators, respond to audible warning indicators, respond to color or special visual indicators, work around moving equipment, work with chemicals, work in hearing conservation area, work on knees occasionally

Education/Knowledge - In this job you need to have: 

• High School Diploma or GED
• Bachelor's degree in any field is a nice to have but not required

Experience - In this job you need to have: 

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
• Previous experience in a pharmaceutical production environment is a nice to have but not required

Job Motivators - Employees tend to find the following motivating or rewarding:

• Comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help 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

*These opportunities are external to Specialisterne’s Neurodiversity Hiring Programs and will follow a different process facilitated and supported by a third party organization. Learn more about the process below*

The Recruitment Process

1. Complete an online questionnaire and submit your resume to Specialisterne USA
2. Join our Talent Pool (if you haven’t already) by completing a discovery questionnaire
3. Candidates who meet qualifications will be contacted for a 1:1 meeting with a Specialisterne team member to discuss your application
4. Then, the employer will review compatible candidates and select the best candidate for their role
5. Selected candidates will be invited to participate in the Pfizer SourceAbled interview process

Next Steps:

• Selected candidates will have an opportunity to meet with a diverse panel of interviewers with support from a SourceAbled program team member
• Then, candidates who receive an employment offer will meet with a SourceAbled program team member to set up their support ecosystem and begin the onboarding process before starting in their new role