Material Handler, CAR T Warehouse Operations

Bristol-Myers Squibb Co; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible Time Off (FTO)

Paid holidays

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a Material Handler for CAR-T Warehouse Operations in Summit/Warren, NJ. Role focuses on inventory control, material handling, and logistics in a regulated environment under SOPs, with cross-functional teamwork and potential OT.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with experience in manufacturing or operations; familiarity with GDP and cGMPs is preferred. This position supports production needs on a designated shift.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Performs inventory control: cycle counts, material stocking, scrapping.
• Manages material expiry, allocation, kitting, and condition requirements.
• Quantifies and maintains materials in production dispensary.
• Receives apheresis materials and prepares shipments.
• Maintains timing to match production schedule for on-time logistics.
• Records data according to GDP standards.
• Collaborates in a cross-functional warehousing team.
• Able to work around blood-derived components.
• Flexible to work OT and across Summit and Warren sites.

Skills

cGMP/FDA

Mathematics

cGMPs

Technical writing

MS Office

Inventory control

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate/ Medical Technical degree

High School diploma/GED

Tools

None

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.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION:

Shift: M-F 0600-1430

Manages material needs/requirements for CAR-T production per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in controlled and/or classified environments under the supervision of Warehousing Operations Management. Material Handlers must adhere to regulatory requirements while performing job functions. Job duties are performed within a team according to an assigned, production shift schedule. Communication of production deviations and assistance with quality investigations are required, as applicable.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of cGMP/FDA regulated industry
- Basic mathematical skills
- General understanding of cGMPs
- Technical writing capability
- Proficient in MS Office applications
- Inventory control and/or management
Background to include an understanding of biology, chemistry, medical or clinical practices is a plus

Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree
- OR Associate/ Medical Technical degree and 0-2 years of Manufacturing or Operations experience.
OR High School diploma/GED and 2-4 years of Manufacturing or Operations experience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs inventory control: cycle counts, material stocking, scrapping, at a minimum.
- Manages material expiry, allocation, kitting, and maintains material condition requirements.
- Quantifies and maintains materials in production dispensary.
- Performed apheresis receipt of incoming raw materials and prepares final product shipments for couriers.
- Maintains timing according to the production schedule to ensure on-time logistics.
- Records material handling data and information in a clear, concise, format according to proper GDPs.
- Works in a team based, cross-functional environment to complete warehousing tasks required by shift schedule.
- Must be able to work in an environment with blood derived components.
- Other duties may be assigned, as necessary.
- Performs other tasks as assigned.
- Available to work OT when business requires.
- Flexible to work across both Summit and Warren NJ sites.
- WORKING CONDITIONS (US Only):
- Intermittent walking and sitting to perform job functions; however, ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time may be necessary.
- Physical dexterity sufficient to use computers and documentation.
- Sufficient vision and hearing capability to work in job environment.
- Ability to lift from 25- 50 pounds.
- Must have the ability to work around laboratories and controlled, enclosed, restricted areas.
- Cleanroom garments and personal protective equipment will be required in designated areas which cover head, parts of the face, core body, and legs/feet.
- Makeup, gum, nail polish, or other potential microbial sources are prohibited in restricted areas.
- Flexibility to don clean room garments and personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Clean room environment is an enclosed, restricted space, with assigned pressure and temperature conditions. Reagents, chemicals, and exposure to sanitization agents are expected.
- Routine exposure to human blood components.
- Designated areas may prohibit food, any outside materials such as cell phones, tablets, at a minimum.

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: $22.14 - $26.83per hour

The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities. We determine starting pay thoughtfully – carefully considering the nature of the role, required skills, work location, schedule and the knowledge and experience you bring. Final compensation is guided by pay equity principles and applicable employment laws. Compensation programs are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted over time to reflect evolving market factors, and individual, team or Company performance.

Benefits:

Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, you may be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefit plans – including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and insurance offerings (medical, dental, vision, life and disability).

U.S.-based exempt employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO), which provides paid time off without a set accrual limit, subject to manager approval, along with 11 paid company holidays each year.

Non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico receive 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires (subject to manager approval), 11 paid company holidays, and 3 optional holidays.

Depending on eligibility, employees may also have access to additional time-off benefits, including 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 also enjoy an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

U.S.-based job seekers can explore full benefit offerings at https://careers.bms.com/benefits

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.

Supporting People with Disabilities

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R1606352 : Material Handler, CAR T Warehouse Operations