Quality document control, comparison of artwork versus editor's copy and supporting documentation. Supports workload in one or more ALIM regional leads and will be responsible for verification of information in final printed secondary packaging component artwork against Editor’s copy documents for accuracy and consistency. Involves technical review of secondary packaging components across Pfizer portfolio and across multiple markets (languages) worldwide according to specifications and trade dress requirements as outlined in Pfizer SOPs. Liaises with Worldwide Safety & Regulatory (WSR) Pfizer Country Offices (PCOs), Global Labeling Management (GLM), the geographically distributed artwork centers within Pfizer Global Supply (PGS).
Responsibilities:
Provide document verification proofing of packaging and labeling artwork versus Editor’s Copies (EC’s) to assure compliance with required local country (and/or regional) format and style guidelines
Evaluate packaging and labeling artwork updates, interpret information and ensure that changes have been applied consistently across products and product lines
Initiate discussions with ALIM Market Coordinators, WSR PCOs or PGS artwork centers/plants when inconsistencies are discovered
Annotate packaging and labeling artwork using digital tools
Use appropriate judgment and approve or reject packaging and labeling artwork
Provide clear explanation to PGM artwork center for accurate re-creation of artwork when needed
Monitor individual document verification proofing workload and ensure ALIM meets agreed upon Pfizer Artwork Request (PAR) timelines
Provide editorial comments for regulatory documents prior to creation of artwork by PGM sites to GLMs and/or WRS if requested
Escalate issues and initiate discussions with ALIM Market Coordinators (or GLM Hub Labeling Managers, WRS PCOs etc.) to drive consistency within and across labeling documents
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of 2 years experience in proofing pharmaceutical labeling, packaging components or medical/scientific documents OR;
A minimum of 4 years experience in pharmaceutical proofreading may be considered in lieu of degree
Strong editing/proofreading skills, including broad vocabulary and knowledge of medical/scientific terminology
Attention to detail and ability to focus attention for long periods of time
Robust text comprehension and ability to identify and mark errors in typography, spelling, word usage, style, punctuation and grammar
Ability to apply these skills across multiple languages, especially non-native language is highly desirable
Ability to use mechanized and electronic proofreading tools such as vision systems and comparators
Excellent interpersonal, organization and communication skills
Individual must be flexible and capable of prioritizing projects, meeting deadlines and working well under pressure
Must be able to work effectively with frequent reading, which may cause eye strain. 20/20 color vision (corrected) is required
Rate/Location:
$25 - $29 per hour
This is a hybrid role, candidates must be able to report onsite 2-3 days per week to one of the following locations:
Collegeville, PA
Lake Forest, IL
Groton, CT
NYC
Please note contractors are engaged to provide services to Pfizer on a temporary basis in connection with a specific assignment. Contractors are hired and employed through Atrium, our third party payrolling partner.
This job posting is for a temporary role as an employee of Atrium on assignment at Pfizer. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of Atrium; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by Atrium upon offer. The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting. The actual pay rate will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, location and/or being pursued and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements.
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$125,997 to $154,098
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