Specialist, Lead Manufacturing Associate, Cell Therapy - Nights at Bristol-Myers Squibb

Summit, New Jersey, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biotechnology, PharmaceuticalsIndustries

Requirements

  • Master's Degree and 2 years of Manufacturing or Operations Experience, or Bachelor’s Degree and 4 years of Manufacturing or Operations experience, or Associate/Medical Technical degree and 8 years of Manufacturing or Operations experience, or High School diploma/GED and 10 years of Manufacturing or Operations experience
  • Thorough understanding of media production (if applicable), cell culture, selection/isolation, activation
  • Aseptic qualification required per bucket
  • Aseptic technique required for most activities (e.g., tube welding, connections, transfers)
  • Ability to work Sunday-Wednesday overnight shift (5 p.m. - 5:30 a.m., with every other Wednesday off), onsite

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a lead associate in the manufacture of human blood derived components per Batch Records and SOPs in a controlled, cGMP cleanroom environment
  • Produce blood component lots for one CAR-T bucket of operations
  • Cross-train in all other buckets of operations (based on availability and business need)
  • Provide training and guidance to manufacturing associates as required
  • Weigh and measure in-process materials to ensure proper quantities are added/removed
  • Perform and oversee process unit operations described in standard operating procedures and batch records
  • Complete and review documentation required by process transfer protocols, validation protocols, standard operating procedures, and batch records
  • Assist Manager to ensure the shift performs tasks consistent with safety policies, quality systems, and GMP requirements
  • Serve as a qualified trainer to maintain the shift at an acceptable qualification standard
  • Support deviation investigations and on-time closure of deviations and CAPAs
  • Work with Manager to schedule daily unit operations including people, product, and material flow across multiple shifts
  • Ensure associates execute scheduled activities on-time, in accordance with the production schedule
  • Ensure batch records for production data and all information are in a clear, concise format according to proper GDPs
  • Help ensure the shift works effectively in a team-based, cross-functional environment to complete all production tasks required by shift schedule
  • Collaborate closely with Managers to ensure seamless pass down and communication of operational status
  • Support the quad manager for communication of production deviations, review of executed batch records, and assistance with quality investigations
  • Supervise the shift when the manager is not available
  • Other duties may be assigned, as necessary

Skills

cGMP
cleanroom
batch records
SOPs
CAR-T
cell therapy
manufacturing
quality investigations
production deviations
training

Bristol-Myers Squibb

Develops and delivers biopharmaceutical medicines

About Bristol-Myers Squibb

Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) develops and delivers medicines aimed at treating serious diseases, focusing on areas like cancer, autoimmune diseases, and heart conditions. The company conducts extensive research and development to create new drugs, which are sold after receiving regulatory approval. BMS also produces generic drugs, offering affordable alternatives that meet the same quality standards as their branded counterparts. What sets BMS apart from competitors is its dual focus on both innovative and generic medicines, enhancing access to healthcare. The company's goal is to improve patient outcomes while maintaining a commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
1887Year Founded
$33,706.1MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours
Hybrid Work Options
Professional Development Budget

Risks

Increased competition in oncology from emerging biotech firms like ArsenalBio.
BMS's lawsuit over the 340B Drug Pricing Program may lead to regulatory challenges.
Rapid AI and digital tech evolution may pose integration challenges for BMS.

Differentiation

BMS focuses on innovative cancer treatments through collaborations like ArsenalBio for T cell therapies.
The company emphasizes digital health technologies, enhancing clinical trial management and patient engagement.
BMS offers both innovative and generic medicines, increasing affordable healthcare solutions.

Upsides

BMS's partnership with Medidata enhances clinical research processes and patient outcomes.
The collaboration with AI Proteins advances novel miniprotein-based therapeutics, expanding therapeutic modalities.
BMS's global license agreement with BioArctic expands its portfolio in neurodegenerative diseases.

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