Associate Specialist, Value Stream Cryo Operations

Biopharma Careers; Summit West (CA); On-site; USD 91,407,000 - 110,748,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) & disability insurance

Paid time off

Flexible holidays

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking an Associate Specialist to support Cryo Operations at the Summit, NJ site. You will handle cryopreservation, storage, inventory, and batch record activities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Role requires a degree (or equivalent) with 0–4 years of related experience, strong documentation, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Expect cross-functional collaboration and flexible scheduling with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Associate degree or Medical Technical degree with 0–2 years of manufacturing or operations experience.
• High School diploma/GED with 2–4 years of manufacturing or operations experience.

Responsibilities

• Cryopreservation and management of patient materials, including processing and storage.
• Maintain chain of custody and compliant documentation per GMP and GDP.
• Perform inventory tracking and periodic storage reporting.
• Support investigations, deviations, and CAPA related to cryopreservation.
• Execute batch records in accordance with cGMPs, SOPs, and work instructions.
• Maintain on-time execution of cryopreservation and logistics activities.

Skills

cGMP knowledge

Inventory control

Documentation & record-keeping

Technical writing

Microsoft Office experience

Biology/chemistry background

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate degree or Medical Technical degree

High School diploma/GED with manufacturing experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

Quad 3, Wednesday-Saturday alternating Wednesdays 5am-5:30pm

Position Summary:

Associate Specialist, Value Stream Cryo Operations is responsible for the cryopreservation, movement, storage, and control of patient materials used in manufacturing, as well as support of liquid nitrogen storage tanks and equipment at the CAR T manufacturing facility in Summit, NJ. Responsibilities include cryopreservation, storage, inventory control, chain of custody, and material tracking.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Responsible for cryopreservation and management of including:
• Responsible for cryopreservation and management of patient materials, including processing, storage, transfer, distribution, and disposal.
• Maintains sample tracking and chain of custody in compliance with GMP requirements and written procedures.
• Ensures expired or obsolete materials are disposed of according to approved procedures.
• Performs sample queries, inventory tracking, and periodic storage reporting.
• Supports investigations, deviations, and CAPA closure activities related to cryopreservation and sample processes/cryopreserved materials.
• Executes manual and electronic batch records in accordance with cGMPs, SOPs, and work instructions.
• Maintains on-time execution of cryopreservation and logistics activities aligned with production schedules.
• Manages LN2 storage inventory and supports daily cryopreservation operations.
• Collaborates cross-functionally to improve processes and drive operational efficiencies.
• Ensures accurate, complete, and compliant documentation in line with GDP requirements, resolving errors promptly.
• Partners with management to ensure adequate training and readiness of personnel.
• Operates effectively in a team-based, cross-functional environment and applies problem-solving with minimal supervision.
• Supports flexible scheduling, including overtime and staggered shifts, as required by business needs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• OR
• Associate degree or Medical Technical degree with 0–2 years of manufacturing or operations experience
• OR
• High School diploma/GED with 2–4 years of manufacturing or operations experience

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Knowledge of cGMP and FDA-regulated environments
• Basic mathematical skills
• General understanding of cGMP requirements
• Technical writing capability
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Experience with inventory control and management
• Background in biology, chemistry, or medical/clinical practices is a plus

We hire for skills and capabilities, not just credentials – if this role excites you, but doesn’t perfectly match your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway.

Compensation Overview:

Summit West - NJ - US: $31.90 - $38.65per hour

The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.

Benefits:

• Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
• Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
• Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
• Paid Time Off
• US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)
• Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays
• Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
• All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.

*Eligibility Disclosure: T he summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.

How We Work

Where you work matters – because collaboration, innovation and patient impact happen in many settings. Our roles are structured across four work models: site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design. The model assigned to this role is based on its core responsibilities. Learn more at https://careers.bms.com/ways-of-working.

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