Team Lead, Value Stream Cryo Operations

Bristol Myers Squibb • Summit, NJ

2d • $69,670 - $84,429 • Onsite

About The Position

The Team Lead, Value Stream Cryo Operations provides tactical leadership to a team of Specialists responsible for cryopreservation, movement, storage, and control of patient materials used in manufacturing, as well as operating and maintaining liquid nitrogen storage systems at the CAR T manufacturing facility in Summit, New Jersey. The role oversees Cell Therapy product cryopreservation and handling across multiple production areas and shifts, ensuring consistent, compliant execution and adherence to applicable regulatory and corporate requirements, including FDA, DEA, DOT, ISBT, CTPAT, OSHA, VAWD, and cGMP standards. This includes oversight of training, documentation, standard operating procedures, and established policies.

The position fosters a culture of safety, compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement while supporting reliable manufacturing operations. The stated schedule is Quad 3, Thursday through Saturday, with alternating Wednesdays, 5:00 AM–5:30 PM. The role supports flexible operations aligned with business needs, including shift-based work, staggered hours, and overtime.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in supply chain, engineering, life sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Experience in manufacturing and supply chain operations, including at least 1 year in a leadership role.
• Knowledge of cGMPs, ALCOA+ principles, and manufacturing documentation practices.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with deviations, CAPAs, change control, and batch record systems (EBR/MES/SAP).
• Background in cell therapy, cryopreservation, or cold chain operations.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for execution of Cell Therapy production activities in compliance with cGMPs, SOPs, and work instructions.
• Drive a strong safety culture by reinforcing safe practices, promoting accountability, and participating in routine Gemba walks.
• Oversee production documentation, including batch record review (BRR) and exception-based EBR review, ensuring alignment with ALCOA+ principles.
• Ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and discrepancies are resolved promptly.
• Maintain hands-on expertise in cryopreservation operations, including daily processing, LN2 storage management, and inventory control.
• Oversee patient material handling, including cryopreservation, storage, distribution, transfer, and disposal, ensuring proper tracking and chain of custody.
• Provide leadership with timely updates on production status, resource availability, and task progression.
• Align team execution with site priorities and production schedules, including BioG commitments, to ensure on-time delivery.
• Track and report performance metrics through Tier meetings and other site reporting mechanisms.
• Maintain and monitor Cryo Operations metrics to support performance and compliance.
• Ensure team training compliance by managing training completion, status visibility, and overall readiness.
• Partner with management to ensure adequate staffing and qualified personnel to support operations.
• Support development of a high-performing team through coaching, feedback, and engagement with leadership and HR.
• Contribute to performance management by providing regular feedback and reinforcing behaviors aligned with BMS values.
• Support deviation investigations by gathering relevant information, documenting events clearly, and assisting with timely closure.
• Participate in projects, change controls, and CAPAs to improve operational performance and maintain compliance.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships and collaborate with stakeholders to drive process efficiencies.
• Demonstrate problem-solving skills with minimal supervision in a fast-paced, team-based environment.
• Act as a change agent, promoting accountability, flexibility, and continuous improvement.
• Lead by example, reinforcing BMS values of Inclusion, Accountability, Innovation, Urgency, and Passion.
• Support flexible operations aligned with business needs, including shift-based work, staggered hours, and overtime.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit plans, including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance offerings, subject to plan terms and eligibility.
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) for eligible U.S.-based exempt employees, subject to manager approval.
• For non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico: 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires, subject to manager approval; 11 paid company holidays; and 3 optional holidays.
• Depending on eligibility, additional time-off benefits may include paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs.
• Eligible employees may receive an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
• Potential eligibility for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree