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Manufacturing Associate, CAR-T, Manufacturing Operations

PharmaPayWatch · West Summit, MA · 4 wk ago
Analyst$27.83–$33.72/hrPart-time

About the role

Working at Bristol Myers Squibb is challenging, meaningful, and life-changing. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department—from optimizing production lines to breakthroughs in cell therapy. This role transforms the lives of patients and accelerates your career through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams. Bristol Myers Squibb offers a wide variety of competitive benefits, services, and programs that support both professional growth and personal well-being.

At Bristol Myers Squibb, we are reimagining the future of cell therapy. As a Manufacturing Associate in CAR-T Manufacturing Operations (Harvest), you will manufacture human blood-derived components per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in a controlled, cGMP cleanroom environment under the supervision of Manufacturing Management. You will adhere to regulatory requirements, work within a team according to an assigned production shift schedule, and assist with quality investigations as applicable.

Schedule

  • Quad 2: Sunday - Wednesday (every other Wednesday off), Onsite Night Shift, 5 p.m. - 5:30 a.m.
  • Quad 4: Wednesday - Saturday (every other Wednesday off), Onsite Night Shift, 5 p.m. - 5:30 a.m.
  • Available to work overtime when business requires.

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.
  • Perform aseptic technique and gowning for activities such as welding, connections, and transfers; aseptic ISO7/ISO5 qualification is required.
  • Weigh and measure in-process materials to ensure proper quantities are added or removed.
  • Adhere to the production schedule, ensuring on-time internal production logistics.
  • Record production data and information clearly and concisely according to proper Good Documentation Practices (GDPs).
  • Perform all tasks in a manner consistent with site safety policies, quality systems, and GMP requirements.
  • Work in a team-based, cross-functional environment to complete production tasks required by the shift schedule.
  • Become a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and qualified trainer within a designated function of manufacturing.
  • Maintain on-time completion of training assignments to retain necessary technical skills and process knowledge.
  • Perform other tasks as assigned, including continuous improvement projects, inspection readiness, right-first-time initiatives, etc.
  • Ensure all documentation is correct and address procedural or documentation errors expeditiously and effectively.
  • Record patient material handling data and information clearly and concisely according to proper GDPs.
  • Problem-solve with minimal supervision.
  • Work in a BSL2/ML1 environment handling human blood components.

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

  • Knowledge of cGMP/FDA-regulated industry.
  • Basic mathematical skills.
  • General understanding of cGMPs.
  • Technical writing capability.
  • Proficient in MS Office applications.
  • Background in biology, chemistry, medical, or clinical practices.

Working Conditions

  • Must be able to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to work in a cleanroom environment and perform aseptic processing in ISO 5 biosafety cabinets, requiring gowning and personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety shoes, safety glasses, aprons, face shields, powered air purifying respirators (PAPR), lab coats, full-body gowns, hairnets, gloves, and hearing protection.
  • Required to carry and/or lift up to 30 pounds (15 kg) several times a day.
  • Required to push and/or pull up to 50 pounds (25 kg) several times a day.
  • Work in areas that may have strong magnets.
  • Must be able to work assigned shifts (Day, Evening, Night, Weekends, and/or Holidays).

Pay

Summit West - NJ - US: $27.83 - $33.72 per hour (full-time employee basis). Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities may be available based on eligibility. The starting pay rate considers required skills, job location, 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 such as 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 (Exempt Employees): Flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval), 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico, or Rayzebio).
    • Paid Time Off (Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico, Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees): 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays.
    • Additional time off 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) actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible for the Global Shutdown.

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