Manufacturing Associate, CAR-T

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. 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.

At Bristol Myers Squibb we are reimagining the future of cell therapy. With our bold ambition, backed by a best-in-the-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.

Responsibilities

• Perform set-up and operation of equipment to support production of blood component lots through cell culture, harvest, and cryopreservation.
• Support deviation investigations and write-ups as needed.
• Support on-time closure of any assigned CAPAs within the designated shift.
• Aseptic technique is required for tube most activities welding, connections, and transfers, at minimum.
• Aseptic qualification is required.
• Weighs and measures in-process materials to ensure proper quantities are added/removed.
• Adheres to the production schedule ensuring on-time, internal production logistics.
• Records production data and information in a clear, concise, format according to proper GDPs.
• Performs all tasks in a manner consistent with site safety policies, quality systems, and GMP requirements.
• Works in a team-based, cross-functional environment to complete production tasks required by shift schedule.
• Motivated, team-conscious individuals are needed to fulfill job requirements.
• Become a SME and qualified trainer within a designated function of manufacturing.
• Maintain on-time completion of training assignments to maintain the necessary technical skills and process knowledge.
• Performs other tasks as assigned, including continuous improvement projects, inspection readiness, right-first-time initiatives, etc.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of cell culture, cryopreservation, purification, and aseptic processing or lab technique.
• Knowledge of cGMP/FDA regulated industry.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• General understanding of cGMPs.
• Technical writing capability.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Background to include an understanding of biology, chemistry, medical or clinical practices.

Qualifications

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

Shift Information

• Sunday - Wednesday (with every other Wednesday off)
• Onsite Night Shift
• 5 p.m. - 5:30 a.m.

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, Flexible Time Off, Summer Hours Flexibility, Leaves of Absence for Medical, Personal, Parental, Caregiver, Bereavement, and Military Needs, and an Annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.

Pay

• $27.83 - $33.72 per hour

Additional Information

Compensation overview, benefits details, and more can be found at careers.bms.com.
For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.