Manufacturing Manager, Liso-cel CAR-T, Manufacturing Operations

Overview

Working with Us
Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those words are often not used for a job, but at Bristol Myers Squibb they are part of everyday work. From optimizing a production line to breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients and the careers of those who do it. You will have opportunities to grow and thrive alongside high-achieving teams.

The Cell Therapy team is focused on delivering impactful therapies while supporting your career growth.

The purpose of the Manufacturing Manager role is to manage and provide oversight of a Work Centered Team (WCT) whose primary responsibility is the execution of Cell Therapy manufacturing processes. The Manufacturing Manager ensures their WCT members maintain a culture of safety, compliance, innovation, and continuous improvement within Manufacturing Operations. This position reports to Senior Manager, Manufacturing.

• Shift is available:
  Wednesday - Saturday (with every other Wednesday off), onsite night shift, 5 p.m.–5:30 a.m.
• Lead by example and drive the team to adhere to BMS values of Inclusion, Accountability, Innovation, Urgency and Passion.
• Ensure WCT members execute the manufacturing of Cell Therapy products according to cGMPs, SOPs and Work Instructions (WIs).
• Maintain a culture of safety, quality, compliance, and continuous improvement; manage documentation per ALCOA+ principles and ensure right-first-time records.
• Provide production scheduling information and track availability of WCT resources; participate in hiring to meet criteria and budget.
• Develop and maintain training compliance and proficiency for CAR-T GMP manufacturing; monitor due dates and ensure proper time allocation for training.
• Build and lead high-performing WCTs, including Operators, Team Leads and Supervisors; conduct regular coaching, performance reviews and development activities.
• Drive deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and projects; participate in continuous improvement and problem-solving initiatives; support tiered management communications.
• Collaborate with Quality Shop Floor, Warehouse, Supply Chain and Manufacturing Science & Technology to sustain compliant processes.
• Lead leader standard work and practice improvement methods such as Go & See (Gemba) activities and Improvement & Coaching Kata.
• Remove bottlenecks, escalate issues appropriately, and drive performance against site and functional priorities; report progress in Tier meetings.
• Maintain a cross-functional working relationship and ensure a culture of learning and accountability across the team.

• Basic Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience with strategic leadership ability; 5+ years of manufacturing experience in a GMP facility; minimum 2 years of direct leadership experience.
• Preferred Requirements: Advanced degree preferred.

• Intermittent walking/sitting; able to sit or stand for extended periods as needed.
• Comfortable working with contained human blood components; PPE required in designated areas.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds; suitable vision and hearing; ability to access labs and restricted areas.
• Cleanroom garments and other PPE are required in designated areas; designated restrictions apply to materials and devices in controlled spaces.

Location:

Summit West, NJ, US. Compensation range: $103,560 – $125,495. Final pay decided based on experience. Eligible for incentives (cash and stock) where applicable. Benefits terms vary by location and program. For more information, visit the careers site.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, Wellbeing programs, 401(k), disability and life insurance, and other programs. Some programs are subject to eligibility and plan terms.

Site-essential and hybrid work models are described to support collaboration and productivity. Bristol Myers Squibb is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable workplace accommodations are available upon request. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, contact  For more information about EEO and accessibility, visit our site.

Candidate rights include consideration of applicants with arrest/conviction records as permitted by law. Data protection statements apply to application information; do not provide sensitive data during the process. For more details, contact  or review our policies on the careers site.

Job reference: R1595269 – Manufacturing Manager, Liso-cel CAR-T, Manufacturing Operations.