(Night 6pm-6am) Manager, Cell Therapy Manufacturing - Bristol Myers Squibb
Devens, MA
About the Job
Working with Us
Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren't words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You'll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams rich in diversity. Take your career farther than you thought possible.
Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us .
PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION:
BMS is seeking a Manager of Cell Therapy Manufacturing for a new manufacturing facility in Devens, MA. The Manager will support the start-up and commercial licensure of the Cell Therapy facility. This manager will be responsible for shifts that cover 24/7 cell therapy operations and will oversee manufacturing associates.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Education:
+ Bachelors in relevant science or engineering discipline, or equivalent in work experience.
Experience
+ 5+ years of experience in cGMP biologics cell culture manufacturing
+ Experience in the following is highly preferred:
+ Cell therapy manufacturing
+ Aseptic processing in ISO 5 biosafety cabinets and universal precautions for handling human derived materials in BSL-2 containment areas.
+ Cell expansion using incubators and single use bioreactors, Cell washing processes, Cell separation techniques and cryopreservation processes and equipment.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Manage the creation, implementation and compliance for all documentation, procedures and policies
+ Operate within the requirements of a validated manufacturing systems, plan, assign and oversee daily operational activities associated with assigned areas of responsibility.
+ Maintain operating and storage areas that are compliant, efficient, effective and safe.
+ Identify strategic and operational issues to prevent deviations and maintain a compliant environment. Lead and manage the development of corrective and preventative actions, deviation responses and investigations.
+ Manage implementation and maintenance of appropriate training curricula
+ Create an environment of teamwork, open communication, and a sense of urgency. Foster a culture of safety and compliance that embraces safety in the work environment and the safety of the patients by compliance with company procedures and policies, and cGMP requirements.
+ Efficiently coordinate, communicate, and provide Operations project information and activities status to Planning, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance / Operations, Global Supply and other associated functions in a timely manner in accordance to schedules and defined implementation timelines
+ Oversee operators on daily basis as they:
+ Perform unit operations and support operations described in standard operating procedures and batch records in a safe and GMP compliant manner.
+ Complete documentation required by process transfer protocols, validation protocols, standard operating procedures, and batch records.
+ Maintain training assignments to ensure the necessary technical skills and knowledge.
+ Assist in the setup of manufacturing areas and equipment/fixtures and perform facility and equipment commissioning, qualification and validation activities.
+ Writing manufacturing operating procedures that are technically sound, promote effective and efficient operations, and comply with cGMP requirements
+ Hire, mentor and develop exceptional people: Conduct performance reviews and identify opportunities for career growth for manufacturing associates.
+ This position will require shift work, including holidays and weekends.
+ This position will require you to work in a clean room environment, with exposure to human blood components and in close proximity to strong magnets.
If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn't perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.
Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as Transforming patients' lives through science™ , every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.
On-site Protocol
BMS has a diverse occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:
Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.
BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com . Visit careers.bms.com/ (https://careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility) eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
BMS cares about your well-being and the well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters.
BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.
If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information: https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/
Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
Company: Bristol-Myers Squibb
Req Number: R1584489
Updated: 2024-11-08 05:10:33.645 UTC
Location: Devens-MA
Bristol Myers Squibb is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, gender expression, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren't words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You'll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams rich in diversity. Take your career farther than you thought possible.
Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us .
PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION:
BMS is seeking a Manager of Cell Therapy Manufacturing for a new manufacturing facility in Devens, MA. The Manager will support the start-up and commercial licensure of the Cell Therapy facility. This manager will be responsible for shifts that cover 24/7 cell therapy operations and will oversee manufacturing associates.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Education:
+ Bachelors in relevant science or engineering discipline, or equivalent in work experience.
Experience
+ 5+ years of experience in cGMP biologics cell culture manufacturing
+ Experience in the following is highly preferred:
+ Cell therapy manufacturing
+ Aseptic processing in ISO 5 biosafety cabinets and universal precautions for handling human derived materials in BSL-2 containment areas.
+ Cell expansion using incubators and single use bioreactors, Cell washing processes, Cell separation techniques and cryopreservation processes and equipment.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Manage the creation, implementation and compliance for all documentation, procedures and policies
+ Operate within the requirements of a validated manufacturing systems, plan, assign and oversee daily operational activities associated with assigned areas of responsibility.
+ Maintain operating and storage areas that are compliant, efficient, effective and safe.
+ Identify strategic and operational issues to prevent deviations and maintain a compliant environment. Lead and manage the development of corrective and preventative actions, deviation responses and investigations.
+ Manage implementation and maintenance of appropriate training curricula
+ Create an environment of teamwork, open communication, and a sense of urgency. Foster a culture of safety and compliance that embraces safety in the work environment and the safety of the patients by compliance with company procedures and policies, and cGMP requirements.
+ Efficiently coordinate, communicate, and provide Operations project information and activities status to Planning, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance / Operations, Global Supply and other associated functions in a timely manner in accordance to schedules and defined implementation timelines
+ Oversee operators on daily basis as they:
+ Perform unit operations and support operations described in standard operating procedures and batch records in a safe and GMP compliant manner.
+ Complete documentation required by process transfer protocols, validation protocols, standard operating procedures, and batch records.
+ Maintain training assignments to ensure the necessary technical skills and knowledge.
+ Assist in the setup of manufacturing areas and equipment/fixtures and perform facility and equipment commissioning, qualification and validation activities.
+ Writing manufacturing operating procedures that are technically sound, promote effective and efficient operations, and comply with cGMP requirements
+ Hire, mentor and develop exceptional people: Conduct performance reviews and identify opportunities for career growth for manufacturing associates.
+ This position will require shift work, including holidays and weekends.
+ This position will require you to work in a clean room environment, with exposure to human blood components and in close proximity to strong magnets.
If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn't perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.
Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as Transforming patients' lives through science™ , every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.
On-site Protocol
BMS has a diverse occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:
Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.
BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com . Visit careers.bms.com/ (https://careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility) eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
BMS cares about your well-being and the well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters.
BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.
If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information: https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/
Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
Company: Bristol-Myers Squibb
Req Number: R1584489
Updated: 2024-11-08 05:10:33.645 UTC
Location: Devens-MA
Bristol Myers Squibb is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, gender expression, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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