Associate, Patient Materials Operations

About the role

At Bristol Myers Squibb we are reimagining the future of cell therapy. With our bold ambition, backed by a best-in-industry team and long-term commitment, we are leading the way to unlock the full promise of cell therapy as we strive to put more patients on the path to a cure. If you are ready to challenge yourself, accelerate your career, and give new hope to patients, there’s no better place than here at BMS with our Cell Therapy team.

As an Associate, Patient Materials Operations, you will handle patient material needs and requirements for CAR-T production per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in controlled and/or classified environments under the supervision of Patient Materials Operations Management. You will adhere to regulatory requirements while performing job functions within a team according to an assigned production shift schedule. Communication of production deviations and assistance with quality investigations are required as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Performs tasks for Cell Therapy products to support product Value Stream outputs according to Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP’s) following the current, approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions (WIs).
• Maintains timing according to the production schedule to ensure on-time logistics.
• Performs apheresis receipt of patient materials and prepares final product shipments for couriers.
• Executes receipt and discard of ex-US Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cells (PBMC) and ex-US Cryopreserved Material (CMAT).
• Supports Sample Retrieval, Sample Movements, and Sample Storage.
• Supports transfers of Manufactured Goods to off-site facility.
• Supports manual and electronic batch record executions, deviation investigations, and closure of CAPAs.
• Ensures all documentation is correct and addresses procedural/documentation errors expeditiously and effectively.
• Works with management to ensure adequately trained personnel are available to perform all manufacturing activities.
• Records patient material handling data and information in a clear, concise format according to proper GDPs.
• Able to problem solve with minimal supervision.
• Works in a team-based, cross-functional environment to complete tasks required by shift schedule.
• Must be able to work in an environment with blood-derived components.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.
• Available to work overtime when business requires.
• Willing to work staggered day shift hours.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required. Bachelor's or associate degree preferred.
• 0-1 years of cGMP cell therapy manufacturing, bioprocessing manufacturing, or relevant experience.

Skills

• Experience with cold chain sample storage and transfer.
• Knowledge of cGMP/FDA regulated industry.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• General understanding of cGMPs.
• Technical writing capability.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Inventory control and/or management.
• Background to include an understanding of biology, chemistry, medical, or clinical practices.

Schedule

Thursday-Saturday and alternating Wednesdays, 05:00 - 17:30.

Pay

Summit West - NJ - US $28.13 - $34.09 per hour (full-time employee basis). Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.

Benefits

• Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
• Wellbeing Support Programs: BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
• Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
• Work-life Benefits:
  • Paid Time Off:
    • US Exempt Employees: Flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval), 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico, or Rayzebio employees).
    • Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico, and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays.
  • Based on eligibility, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs, and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Year's Day.

All global employees (full and part-time) who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.