Manager, Clinical Manufacturing, Cell Therapy in Devens, MA

Bristol Myers Squibb•Devens, MA

36d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us. 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. If you are ready to challenge yourself, accelerate your career, and give new hope to patients, there's no better place than here at BMS with our Cell Therapy team. The Manager, Clinical Manufacturing, Cell Therapy supports the clinical operations of the facility. The Manager will be responsible for the people manufacturing both clinical and commercial product with oversight of shifts that cover up to 24/7 cell therapy manufacturing unit operations such as media preparation, cell selection, cell processing, or product fill, all of which are executed in accordance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP's).

Requirements

5+ years of experience in cGMP bioprocessing manufacturing, cell therapy manufacturing or relevant experience.
Bachelors in relevant science or engineering discipline, or equivalent in work experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience in cell therapy manufacturing techniques, including cell washing processes, cell separation processes, cryopreservation processes, cell expansion processes using incubators and bioreactors, and automated equipment is highly preferred.
Experience with aseptic processing in ISO 5 biosafety cabinets, universal precautions for handling human derived materials in BSL-2 containment areas is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Supporting the development, implementation and compliance of manufacturing documentation, procedures and policies.
Operating within the requirements of a validated manufacturing systems, plan, assign and oversee daily operational activities associated with assigned areas of responsibility.
Maintaining operating and storage areas that are compliant, efficient, effective and safe.
Identifying strategic and operational issues to prevent deviations and maintain a compliant environment. Leading and managing the development of corrective and preventative actions, deviation responses and investigations.
Creating an environment of teamwork, open communication, and a sense of urgency. Foster a culture of safety and compliance that embraces safety in the work environment and the safety of the patients by compliance with company procedures and policies, and cGMP requirements.
Efficiently coordinating, communicating, and providing Operations project information and activities status to Planning, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance / Operations, Global Supply and other associated functions in a timely manner in accordance to schedules and defined implementation timelines.
Overseeing operators on daily basis as they: Perform unit operations and support operations described in standard operating procedures and batch records in a safe and GMP compliant manner.
Complete documentation required by process transfer protocols, validation protocols, standard operating procedures, and batch records.
Maintain training assignments to ensure the necessary technical skills and knowledge.
Assist in the setup of manufacturing areas and equipment/fixtures and perform facility and equipment commissioning, qualification and validation activities.
Be trained and proficient for floor operations.
Hiring, mentoring and developing exceptional people
Conducting performance reviews and identifying opportunities for career growth for manufacturing associates.

Benefits

Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care.
Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP).
Financial well-being resources and a 401(K).
Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support.
Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown Days between Christmas and New Year's holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility.
Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave.
Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility/infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources.
Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.

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