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 .
PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION:
Manufacture human blood derived cell therapies per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in a controlled, cGMP cleanroom environment of a multi-product clinical facility under the supervision of Manufacturing Management. Clinical Manufacturing Associates adhere to regulatory requirements while performing job functions. Job duties are performed within a team environment according to an assigned schedule. Communication of production deviations and assistance with quality investigations are required, as applicable.
This position is a member of the Cell Therapy Development and Operations (CTDO) organization.
This position is for one of the following shifts as determined by business need.
Monday - Friday 0830-1700
Note - Start and end times are subject to change based on business demands.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Basic understanding of cell culture, cryopreservation, purification, and aseptic processing or lab technique
General knowledge of cGMP/FDA regulated industry
Basic mathematical skills
General understanding of cGMPs
Technical writing capability
Proficient in MS Office applications
Background to include an understanding of biology, chemistry, medical or clinical practices within industry
Sufficient vision and hearing capability to work in job environment.
Education and Experience:
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in related field is preferred
Minimum of high school diploma and/or equivalent combination of education and experience is required
2-5 years of relevant GMP manufacturing experience. On the floor experience which demonstrates proficiency and compliant schedule adherence is highly desired. Extensive knowledge of SOPs and cGMPs and the know-how to work within a regulatory environment. Demonstrates aptitude for engineering principles and manufacturing systems. Adaptable to a fast paced, complex and ever-changing business environment
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Production of human cell therapy lots through cell culture, harvest, and cryopreservation.
Perform operations utilizing Aseptic technique
Become fully trained and qualified in all aspects of assigned processes
Develop a high level of technical knowledge of project(s)
Weigh and measure in-process materials to ensure proper quantities are added/removed.
Adhere to the production schedule ensuring on-time, internal production logistics.
Record production data and information in a clear, concise, format according to proper GDPs.
Work in a team based, cross-functional environment to complete production tasks required by schedule.
Assist tech transfers in and out of the clinical facility.
Motivated, team consciousness individuals are needed to fulfill job requirements.
No direct reports will be assigned to this job role.
Perform other tasks as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS (US Only):
Must have the ability and flexibility to work assigned shift (Day, Night, Weekends and/or Holidays).
Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and other clean room garments daily. This may include, but not limited to: safety shoes, safety glasses, aprons, face shields, lab coats, full body gowns, hairnets, gloves, and hearing protection.
Must be able to work in a cleanroom environment and perform aseptic processing; maintain manufacturing environmental conditions (Non-Viable Particulate(s) and Viable microbial levels per controlled area classification specifications) by performing area disinfection regiment as required to meet global Health Authority requirements.
Must be comfortable in a clean room environment, which is an enclosed, restricted space, with assigned pressure and temperature conditions. Reagents, chemicals, and exposure to sanitization agents are expected.
Must have the ability to work around laboratories and controlled, enclosed, restricted areas.
Must be comfortable being exposed to human blood components.
Must be able to be near strong magnets.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; bend; stretch; use hands and fingers, with various manipulations; reach with hands and arms; and effectively communicate with others in the workplace, including the ability to make and promptly respond to audible cues and warnings. During higher times of processing these activities may increase.
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).
Designated areas may prohibit food, any outside materials such as cell phones, tablets, at a minimum.
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.
Due to the nature of clinical cell therapy manufacturing, mandatory overtime may be required.
The starting compensation for this job is a range from $47,000 - $60,000,
plus incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility). The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills and the geographic location where work is performed. Final, individual compensation is decided commensurate with demonstrated experience. For more on benefits, please visit our BMS Careers Site. Eligibility for specific benefits listed therein may vary based on job and location.
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.
If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn't perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.
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 unique 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
BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy @type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:
Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.
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. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com . Visit careers.bms.com/ (https://careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility) eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
BMS cares about your well-being and the well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters.
BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.
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Company: Bristol-Myers Squibb
Req Number: R1593455
Updated: 2025-07-11 05:29:34.064 UTC
Location: Warren-NJ
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