Manufacturing Associate II

At Bristol Myers Squibb, our employees often ask, “Who are you working for?”—a question that fuels collaboration, accountability, and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits.

This is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it.

Our Associates perform a crucial role in driving our novel cell therapy programs by supporting routine manufacturing operations. We are searching for innovative, intellectually curious individuals with a general understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) to support routine manufacturing operations for Cell Therapy. Successful candidates must be goal-oriented and flexible, with the ability to work effectively and efficiently on a team while demonstrating safety, quality, and GMP compliance at all times.

Our values move us toward our mission to discover, develop and deliver innovative medicines that help patients prevail over serious diseases.

Candidates must exemplify the BMS values of Passion, Integrity, Inclusion, Accountability, Innovation, and Urgency.

• Learn and execute Cell Therapy Manufacturing operations compliantly
• Execute operations as outlined in Source Governing Documents (including but not limited to: Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions, Batch Records, Forms)
• Demonstrate strong practical and theoretical knowledge
• Executes transactions andprocessin all electronic systems and adheres to business continuity processes
• Prioritizes safety of self and others
• Reports safety events within 24 hours
• Immediatelyescalatesany/all issues that mayimpactcompliance or safety ofself and/orothers.
• Complete documentation required by Source Governing Documents contemporaneously
• Perform alltasks in a manner consistent with the safety policies, SOPs,quality systems, and GMP requirements including ALCOA+ Complete training assignments prior to assigned due date to ensure the necessary technical skills and knowledge
• Trains forproficiencyin process systems and some supporting business systems, andmaintainstrainer qualifications
• Collaborate with support groups on recommendations and solving technical and operational problems
• Train others on Source Governing Documents to successfully complete manufacturing operations
• Execute daily unit operations schedule, that includes people, product, and material flow across multiple shifts
• Work within a controlled cleanroom environment and execute aseptic processing procedures (as assigned). Maintain manufacturing environmental conditions (Non-Viable Particulate(s) and Viable microbial levels per controlled area classification specifications) by performing area disinfection regiment as required to meet global Health Authority requirements
• Continues to refine and improve manufacturing processtechniquetoimprove individual operational times.
• Verifies training completion prior to performing anyGx Ptasks

• Reports to Manager, Manufacturing Operations

Education:

U.S.

• Associate or bachelor's degree in related field is preferred
• A minimum high school diploma and/or equivalent combination of education and experience is required

Netherlands

• MBO, 3 of 4 in science related field and/or equivalent

Experience:

• 1+ years of cGMP cell therapy manufacturing, bioprocessing manufacturing, or relevant experience and education
• Proven experience working on teams where combined contribution, collaboration, and results were expected
• Proficiency in common computer tools such as word processing, spreadsheet and web-based applications
• Meticulous attention to detail and personal accountability are critical to success
• Demonstrated good interpersonal skills, is attentive and approachable
• Maintain a professional and productive relationship with area management and co-workers
• Basic understanding of cGMP regulations and FDA guidance applicable to biologics and cell therapy manufacturing is required

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in cell therapy manufacturing, including Cell washing, Cell Expansion processes and automated equipment. Cell separation techniques and automated equipment. Cryopreservation processes and equipment.

• Must be able to stand/walk for extended periods of time
• Must be able to work in a…