Manager, Cell Therapy Manufacturing in Devens, MA

Bristol-Myers Squibb; Devens (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Manager for its Cell Therapy Manufacturing team. This role is pivotal in overseeing the start-up and operations of a new facility, ensuring compliance with stringent cGMP standards. You will lead a dedicated team, manage critical documentation, and foster a culture of safety and efficiency. This unique opportunity promises growth and the chance to make a meaningful impact on patient lives through innovative therapies. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your contributions and supports your career journey.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Flexible work environment

Career development opportunities

Health and wellness programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cGMP biologics cell culture manufacturing.
• Experience in aseptic processing and handling human-derived materials.

Responsibilities

• Manage documentation, procedures, and compliance in manufacturing.
• Oversee daily operations and ensure a safe working environment.
• Hire and develop manufacturing associates.

Skills

Cell therapy manufacturing

Aseptic processing

cGMP compliance

Team management

Documentation and procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant science or engineering

Job description

Working with Us

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 at 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.

BMS is seeking a Manager, Cell Therapy Manufacturing for a new manufacturing facility in Devens, MA. The Manager will support the start-up and commercial licensure of the Cell Therapy facility. This manager will be responsible for shifts that cover 24/7 cell therapy operations and will oversee manufacturing associates.

Shifts Available

Day Shift - Exact Schedule TBD

Responsibilities

1. Manage the creation, implementation and compliance for all documentation, procedures and policies
2. Operate within the requirements of a validated manufacturing systems, plan, assign and oversee daily operational activities associated with assigned areas of responsibility.
3. Maintain operating and storage areas that are compliant, efficient, effective and safe.
4. Identify strategic and operational issues to prevent deviations and maintain a compliant environment. Lead and manage the development of corrective and preventative actions, deviation responses and investigations.
5. Manage implementation and maintenance of appropriate training curricula
6. Create 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.
7. Efficiently coordinate, communicate, and provide 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
8. Oversee 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.
• Writing manufacturing operating procedures that are technically sound, promote effective and efficient operations, and comply with cGMP requirements

Hire, mentor and develop exceptional people. Conduct performance reviews and identify opportunities for career growth for manufacturing associates.

This position will require shift work, including holidays and weekends.

This position will require working in a clean room environment, with exposure to human blood components and in close proximity to strong magnets.

Knowledge and Skills

• Experience in the following is highly preferred
• Cell therapy manufacturing
• Aseptic processing in ISO 5 biosafety cabinets and universal precautions for handling human derived materials in BSL-2 containment areas.
• Cell expansion using incubators and single use bioreactors, Cell washing processes, Cell separation techniques and cryopreservation processes and equipment.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelors in relevant science or engineering discipline, or equivalent in work experience.
• 5+ years of experience in cGMP biologics cell culture manufacturing

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Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers

With a single vision as inspiring as "Transforming patients' lives through science," every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and perspectives in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

On-site Protocol

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Site-essential roles require 100% onsite work. Site-by-design roles may have a hybrid model with at least 50% onsite. Field-based and remote roles require travel to visit stakeholders and attend meetings as directed.

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