Manufacturing Technician

Bristol Myers Squibb; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 38,338 - 46,452; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.

Flexible time off

401(k) plan and financial protections

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company in Bothell, WA is seeking a Manufacturing Technician. This role involves completing production assignments with high quality in a cellular therapeutic manufacturing setting. The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma and ideally have an Associate or Bachelor's degree, along with attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills. Compensation ranges from $27.83 to $33.72 per hour, with additional benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma and/or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• 0–1 year of cGMP manufacturing experience is desired.
• Demonstrated proficiency in common computer tools.

Responsibilities

• Complete production assignments with high quality and timely output.
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and standard operating procedures.
• Work in teams and interact with team members throughout the production process.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in a related field

High school diploma

Tools

Syncade MES

Oracle

Job description

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Working with Us

Challenging. Meaningful. Life‑changing. Working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this role transforms patients' lives and offers growth opportunities alongside high‑achieving teams.

Purpose and Scope of Position

The primary purpose of the Manufacturing Technician role is to complete production assignments with high quality and timely output in a cellular therapeutic manufacturing environment.

Education

Associate or bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred. Minimum of a high school diploma and/or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Experience

0–1 year of cGMP manufacturing experience is desired or equivalent in work experience or education. Proven experience working on teams where combined contribution, collaboration, and results were expected. Demonstrated proficiency in common computer tools such as word processing, spreadsheet, and web‑based applications. Experience where attention to detail and personal accountability were critical to success. Demonstrates good interpersonal skills, is attentive and approachable. Maintains a professional and productive relationship with area management and co‑workers.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Works on routine manufacturing assignments per written procedures, where the ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice is required.
• Adheres to Good Manufacturing Practices and standard operating procedures.
• Weighs and checks raw materials; assembles, cleans and sanitizes process equipment; monitors processes.
• Completes work instructions and maintains a clean‑room environment to comply with regulatory requirements.
• Trains for proficiency in the operation of primary production equipment within the assigned functional area.
• Trains for proficiency in process systems (e.g., Syncade MES and Oracle interfaces) and some supporting business systems (e.g., Oracle, ETQ, BMRAM).
• Assists with revision or creation of process documents, such as SOPs and electronic work instructions.
• Assists in maintaining material and component inventory levels.
• Supports a safe work environment.
• Works in teams and has continual interaction with team members and other manufacturing teams throughout the production process to exchange information regarding batches in process.
• Works on assignments that are routine in nature where judgment is required in resolving problems and making routine recommendations.

Working Conditions (US Only)

• Must be able to work in a clean‑room environment that requires gowning.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Required to carry and/or lift up to 30 pounds several times a day while handling production equipment and/or materials.
• Required to push and/or pull up to 50 pounds several times a day while handling production equipment and/or materials.
• Work in areas that may have strong magnets.
• Work in areas where handling human blood products (Biosafety Level 2) may be required.
• May work in areas with exposure to vapor phase liquid nitrogen.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, mandatory bi‑weekly overtime, and holidays in a 12‑hour shift structure.

Compensation Overview

Bothell, WA – $27.83 – $33.72 per hour. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities may be available. Compensation is determined 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) and 11 paid national holidays (excluding Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico, or Rayzebio). Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non‑Exempt, Hourly Employees – 160 hours annual paid vacation with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays.
• Additional time off: unlimited paid sick time, up to two 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 Year's Day.

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life‑changing Careers

With a vision inspiring the transformation of patients' lives through science, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes 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 colleague.

On‑site Protocol

BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. Occupancy types include site‑essential, site‑by‑design, field‑based, and remote‑by‑design. Site‑essential roles require 100 % of shifts onsite at your assigned facility.

Supporting People With Disabilities

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments, and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. Requests should be directed to [e-mail]. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo‑accessibility for BMS's complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

Candidate Rights

BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in the applicant's area.

Data Protection

BMS will never request payments, financial information, or social security numbers during the application or recruitment process. Learn more about protecting yourself at https://careers.bms.com/fraud‑protection. Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.