Manufacturing Associate, Cell Therapy in Devens, MA

Responsibilities

• Performing patient process unit operations and support operations described in standard operating procedures and batch records.
• Completing documentation required by process transfer protocols, validation protocols, standard operating procedures, and batch records.
• Performing tasks in a manner consistent with the safety policies, quality systems, and GMP requirements.
• Completing training assignments to ensure the necessary technical skills and knowledge.
• Assisting in setting up manufacturing areas and equipment/fixtures. Perform facility and equipment commissioning activities.
• Referencing Batch Records, Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions to successfully complete manufacturing operations.
• Executing daily unit operations schedule that includes people, product, and material flow across multiple shifts.
• Knowledge and Skills:
• Driven and motivated individual to learn and execute Cell Therapy Manufacturing operations
• Must have the ability to work assigned shift (Day, Night, Weekends and/or Holidays).
• Must be able to work in a cleanroom environment and perform aseptic processing
• Must be comfortable being exposed to human blood components.
• Must be able to be in close proximity to strong magnets.
• Knowledge of cGMP regulations and FDA guidance applicable to biologics and cell therapy manufacturing is preferred.
• Basic Requirements:
• High school diploma and 0-2 years of experience in cGMP bioprocessing manufacturing, cell therapy manufacturing or relevant experience
• Bachelors in relevant science or engineering discipline is preferred
• Working Conditions:
• PHYSICAL /MENTAL DEMANDS:
• Stand and Walk - Required to stand/walk while operating manufacturing/computer equipment for several hours at a time, throughout the day.
• Carrying weight, Pushing, Pulling Lifting - Required to carry, lift, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds several times a day while handling production equipment and/or materials.
• Climb - Required to climb (use of stepladders in production areas, or stairwells) several times a day.
• Bend and Kneel - Required to bend or kneel several times a day.
• Overhead work - Required to perform overhead reaching during handling of production materials/files/supplies up to 25 pounds several times a day, throughout the day.
• Moving Head and Neck - Required movement of head/neck while using computer applications and handling of production equipment and materials several times a day, throughout the day.
• Twisting - Required movement of twisting waist while setting up equipment several times a day, throughout the day.
• Repetitive Use - Required repetitive use of arms/wrists/hands while setting up equipment and processing several times a day, throughout the day.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE)

Benefits

Additional Information

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: 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. The Manufacturing Associate, Cell Therapy brings enthusiasm, intellectual curiosity, scientific rigor, and a desire to help drive novel programs. The incumbent must be goal-oriented, flexible, and able to work efficiently with safety and quality in mind, with a good understanding of good manufacturing practices to support routine manufacturing operations for Cell Therapy. Shifts Available: Days: 6am - 6pm, rotating shift including holidays and weekends, onsite Nights: 6pm - 6am, rotating shift including holidays and weekends, onsite

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