Manager, Cell Therapy Clinical Manufacturing in Devens, MA

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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 Manager, Cell Therapy Clinical Manufacturing supports the clinical operations of the facility. The Manager will be responsible for the people manufacturing both clinical and commercial product with oversight of shifts that cover up to 24/7 cell therapy manufacturing unit operations such as media preparation, cell selection, cell processing, or product fill, all of which are executed in accordance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP's).



Shifts Available:


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Responsibilities:

• Supporting the development, implementation and compliance of manufacturing documentation, procedures and policies.
• Operating within the requirements of a validated manufacturing systems, plan, assign and oversee daily operational activities associated with assigned areas of responsibility.
• Maintaining operating and storage areas that are compliant, efficient, effective and safe.
• Identifying strategic and operational issues to prevent deviations and maintain a compliant environment. Leading and managing the development of corrective and preventative actions, deviation responses and investigations.
• Creating 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.
• Efficiently coordinating, communicating, and providing 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.
• Overseeing 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.
• Be trained and proficient for floor operations.
• Hiring, mentoring and developing exceptional people
• Conducting performance reviews and identifying opportunities for career growth for manufacturing associates.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Experience in cell therapy manufacturing techniques, including cell washing processes, cell separation processes, cryopreservation processes, cell expansion processes using incubators and bioreactors, and automated equipment is highly preferred.
• Experience with aseptic processing in ISO 5 biosafety cabinets, universal precautions for handling human derived materials in BSL-2 containment areas is highly preferred.

Basic Requirements:

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

Working Conditions:

• This position will require shift work, including holidays and weekends.
• This position will require you to work in a clean room environment, with exposure to human blood components and in close proximity to strong magnets.

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Compensation Overview:


Devens - MA - US: $110,810 - $134,281


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.


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Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect and may include the following: Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care. Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP). Financial well-being resources and a 401(K). Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support. Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown Days between Christmas and New Year's holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility. Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave. Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility/infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources. Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.



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