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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.
Manufactures human blood derived components per Batch Record and Standard Operating Procedures in a controlled, cGMP cleanroom environment under the supervision of Manufacturing Management. Manufacturing Associates 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.
Shift Available:
Quad 2, Sunday - Wednesday (With e/o Wednesday off), Onsite Night Shift, 5 p.m. - 5:30 a.m.
Responsibilities:
Production of blood component lots through selection, activation, transduction, cell culture, harvest, and cryopreservation.
Aseptic technique is required for most activities: tube welding, connections, and transfers, at minimum.
Weighs and measures in-process materials to ensure proper quantities are added/removed.
Adheres to the production schedule ensuring on-time, internal production logistics.
Records production data and information in a clear, concise, format according to proper GDocPs.
Works in a team based, cross-functional environment to complete production tasks required by shift schedule.
Motivated, team consciousness individuals are needed to fulfill job requirements.
No direct reports will be assigned to this job role.
Performs other tasks as assigned.
Knowledge & Skills:
Basic understanding of cell culture, cryopreservation, purification, and aseptic processing or lab technique
General understanding of cGMP/FDA regulated industry
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing initiatives
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
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree.
or Associate/ Medical Technical degree and 2 years of Manufacturing.
or Operations experience or High School diploma/GED and 4 years of Manufacturing or Operations experience.
Working Conditions:
Intermittent walking, standing and sitting to perform job functions; however, ability stand for extended periods of time may be necessary.
Physical dexterity sufficient to use pipettes, laboratory equipment, computers and documentation.
Sufficient vision and hearing capability to work in job environment.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
Must have the ability to work in 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.
Jewelry, makeup, gum, nail polish, perfume/cologne and other potential microbial sources are prohibited in restricted areas.
Flexibility to don clean room garments and personal protective equipment (PPE).
C lean 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.
Restricted areas prohibit food, any outside materials such as cell phones, tablets, at a minimum.
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Compensation Overview:
Summit West - NJ - US: $27.83 - $33.72per hour
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.
Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.
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.
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.
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. 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.
Candidate Rights
BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.
If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information: https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/
Data Protection
We will never request payments, financial information, or social security numbers during our 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.
Company: Bristol-Myers Squibb
Req Number: R1597707
Updated: 2025-12-18 02:26:35.303 UTC
Location: Summit West-NJ
Bristol Myers Squibb is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, gender expression, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
