Bristol-Myers Squibb
Manager, Value Stream CAR-T Manufacturing
Bristol-Myers Squibb, Summit Lake, Wisconsin, United States
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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. The purpose of the Manufacturing Manager role is to manage and provide oversight of a Work Centered Team (WCT) whose primary responsibility is the execution of Cell Therapy manufacturing processes. The Manufacturing Manager is responsible to ensure their WCT members maintain a culture of safety, compliance, innovation, and Continuous Improvement within the Manufacturing Operations function. This position reports to Senior Manager, Manufacturing. Shift Available: Sunday - Wednesday (with every Wednesday off), Onsite Day Shift, 5 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Responsibilities Leads by example and drives their team to adhere to the BMS values of Inclusion, Accountability, Innovation, Urgency and Passion. Is accountable to ensure their WCT members execute the manufacturing of Cell Therapy products according to Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) following the current, approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions (WIs). Takes personal responsibility to work safely and to ensure their WCT members do the same. Performs regular safety Gemba walks, knows the hazards associated with their work and demonstrates safe behavior. Operates and maintains equipment to prevent injuries or incidents. Documentation Is accountable for the Production Records produced by their WCT members. Performs batch record reviews (BRR) or Electronic Batch Record review by exception. Ensures that all documentation produced by their WCT members follows ALCOA+ principles and is right first time with complete and accurate records and logbooks. Resolves documentation errors and corrections as needed to meet production turnaround times. Maintains hands-on expert knowledge of each Unit Operation and backfills for absent team members when necessary to meet the production schedule; develops technical expertise of CAR T Manufacturing requirements. Provides information to the Production Scheduling team on daily, weekly and monthly availability of WCT production resources and tracks actual vs planned or unplanned absences. Hires personnel who meet job descriptions, BMS values, and budgetary requirements. Priorities Sets WCT priorities aligned with site and functional goals; monitors performance and completion of manufacturing activities; reports progress in functional and site meetings. Training Ensures WCTs have the appropriate level of training for CAR-T GMP manufacturing in a multi-product commercial facility. Maintains training compliance at a 100% on-time completion rate for self and WCT members. Ensures team members are proficient and qualified to perform manufacturing tasks before doing so and monitors training due dates. Disqualifies personnel from GMP tasks if SOPs, WIs, or batch records or safety training are not met. Team Building and Development Builds high-performing WCTs and recruits exceptional people; creates and maintains Workday profiles; administers annual performance reviews; provides feedback to Talent Acquisition and HR partners. Mentors and develops team members through regular 1:1 meetings; fosters professional development and cross-functional collaboration with Quality Shop Floor, Warehouse, Supply Chain and Manufacturing Science & Technology. Creates a culture of learning through deviation discussions, safety incidents, coaching, and continuous improvement actions. Deviations Works to reduce deviations and drives continuous improvement to prevent repeats; prepares No Impact deviation records and ensures entries follow ALCOA+ principles; obtains Area Management Approval as needed. Reports deviation progress, maintains metrics, and closes out deviations on time; coaches the team as needed. CAPAs, Change Controls & Projects Participates in CAPAs, Change Controls and Projects as required by the business and directed by senior management. Budgets Controls expenses within their influence (OT, Supplies, T&E). Meetings Leads weekly Tier meetings with their WCT using site standard tools; facilitates weekly Performance Review meetings and participates in monthly Manufacturing Performance Review and Daily Production Scheduling meetings; provides summaries of training status and resource availability. Attends daily cross-functional manufacturing meetings to communicate activities and issues. Behaviors Maintains balanced relationships, champions teamwork and communication, and identifies and mitigates risks to deliver safe therapies. Develops the team, coaches for improvements, and implements Go & See and Improvement/Kata practices; removes bottlenecks and escalates issues as needed. Knowledge & Skills Extensive knowledge of EHS and cGMPs in a regulated environment; understands biotechnology principles and manufacturing systems; adept at personnel management; adaptable to fast-paced settings; knowledge of lean manufacturing; excellent communication skills. Basic Requirements Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred, or equivalent experience; ability to think and lead strategically. 5+ years of relevant manufacturing experience; minimum of 2 years leadership experience with direct reports. Preferred Requirements Advanced degree preferred. Working Condition Intermittent walking and sitting; ability to sit or stand for extended periods; comfortable working with contained human blood components. Physical dexterity for computers and documentation; sufficient vision and hearing; ability to lift 25 pounds. Work around laboratories and restricted areas; cleanroom garments and PPE required; no makeup, gum, nail polish or other potential microbial sources in restricted areas. Flexibility to wear clean room PPE; clean room environment with controlled conditions; exposure to reagents and sanitization agents; routine exposure to human blood components; potential exposure to magnets. Designated areas may prohibit food and outside materials; this description covers general duties; other duties may be assigned. Additional Information BMS supports equal employment opportunity and invites applicants of all backgrounds. If you require reasonable accommodations, contact adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to view our EEO statement. Vaccination guidance and local employment considerations may apply. Data privacy information is maintained as required by law. Compensation Overview: Summit West - NJ - US: $103,560 - $125,495. The starting compensation range for this role is for a full-time employee. Other incentives may be available based on eligibility. Final compensation will be determined by experience. The company may offer benefits such as medical, life, disability, and 401(k); parental and other leave; paid holidays and vacation; and other programs. For more on benefits, please visit careers.bms.com/life-at-bms. Other terms may apply.
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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. The purpose of the Manufacturing Manager role is to manage and provide oversight of a Work Centered Team (WCT) whose primary responsibility is the execution of Cell Therapy manufacturing processes. The Manufacturing Manager is responsible to ensure their WCT members maintain a culture of safety, compliance, innovation, and Continuous Improvement within the Manufacturing Operations function. This position reports to Senior Manager, Manufacturing. Shift Available: Sunday - Wednesday (with every Wednesday off), Onsite Day Shift, 5 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Responsibilities Leads by example and drives their team to adhere to the BMS values of Inclusion, Accountability, Innovation, Urgency and Passion. Is accountable to ensure their WCT members execute the manufacturing of Cell Therapy products according to Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) following the current, approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions (WIs). Takes personal responsibility to work safely and to ensure their WCT members do the same. Performs regular safety Gemba walks, knows the hazards associated with their work and demonstrates safe behavior. Operates and maintains equipment to prevent injuries or incidents. Documentation Is accountable for the Production Records produced by their WCT members. Performs batch record reviews (BRR) or Electronic Batch Record review by exception. Ensures that all documentation produced by their WCT members follows ALCOA+ principles and is right first time with complete and accurate records and logbooks. Resolves documentation errors and corrections as needed to meet production turnaround times. Maintains hands-on expert knowledge of each Unit Operation and backfills for absent team members when necessary to meet the production schedule; develops technical expertise of CAR T Manufacturing requirements. Provides information to the Production Scheduling team on daily, weekly and monthly availability of WCT production resources and tracks actual vs planned or unplanned absences. Hires personnel who meet job descriptions, BMS values, and budgetary requirements. Priorities Sets WCT priorities aligned with site and functional goals; monitors performance and completion of manufacturing activities; reports progress in functional and site meetings. Training Ensures WCTs have the appropriate level of training for CAR-T GMP manufacturing in a multi-product commercial facility. Maintains training compliance at a 100% on-time completion rate for self and WCT members. Ensures team members are proficient and qualified to perform manufacturing tasks before doing so and monitors training due dates. Disqualifies personnel from GMP tasks if SOPs, WIs, or batch records or safety training are not met. Team Building and Development Builds high-performing WCTs and recruits exceptional people; creates and maintains Workday profiles; administers annual performance reviews; provides feedback to Talent Acquisition and HR partners. Mentors and develops team members through regular 1:1 meetings; fosters professional development and cross-functional collaboration with Quality Shop Floor, Warehouse, Supply Chain and Manufacturing Science & Technology. Creates a culture of learning through deviation discussions, safety incidents, coaching, and continuous improvement actions. Deviations Works to reduce deviations and drives continuous improvement to prevent repeats; prepares No Impact deviation records and ensures entries follow ALCOA+ principles; obtains Area Management Approval as needed. Reports deviation progress, maintains metrics, and closes out deviations on time; coaches the team as needed. CAPAs, Change Controls & Projects Participates in CAPAs, Change Controls and Projects as required by the business and directed by senior management. Budgets Controls expenses within their influence (OT, Supplies, T&E). Meetings Leads weekly Tier meetings with their WCT using site standard tools; facilitates weekly Performance Review meetings and participates in monthly Manufacturing Performance Review and Daily Production Scheduling meetings; provides summaries of training status and resource availability. Attends daily cross-functional manufacturing meetings to communicate activities and issues. Behaviors Maintains balanced relationships, champions teamwork and communication, and identifies and mitigates risks to deliver safe therapies. Develops the team, coaches for improvements, and implements Go & See and Improvement/Kata practices; removes bottlenecks and escalates issues as needed. Knowledge & Skills Extensive knowledge of EHS and cGMPs in a regulated environment; understands biotechnology principles and manufacturing systems; adept at personnel management; adaptable to fast-paced settings; knowledge of lean manufacturing; excellent communication skills. Basic Requirements Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred, or equivalent experience; ability to think and lead strategically. 5+ years of relevant manufacturing experience; minimum of 2 years leadership experience with direct reports. Preferred Requirements Advanced degree preferred. Working Condition Intermittent walking and sitting; ability to sit or stand for extended periods; comfortable working with contained human blood components. Physical dexterity for computers and documentation; sufficient vision and hearing; ability to lift 25 pounds. Work around laboratories and restricted areas; cleanroom garments and PPE required; no makeup, gum, nail polish or other potential microbial sources in restricted areas. Flexibility to wear clean room PPE; clean room environment with controlled conditions; exposure to reagents and sanitization agents; routine exposure to human blood components; potential exposure to magnets. Designated areas may prohibit food and outside materials; this description covers general duties; other duties may be assigned. Additional Information BMS supports equal employment opportunity and invites applicants of all backgrounds. If you require reasonable accommodations, contact adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to view our EEO statement. Vaccination guidance and local employment considerations may apply. Data privacy information is maintained as required by law. Compensation Overview: Summit West - NJ - US: $103,560 - $125,495. The starting compensation range for this role is for a full-time employee. Other incentives may be available based on eligibility. Final compensation will be determined by experience. The company may offer benefits such as medical, life, disability, and 401(k); parental and other leave; paid holidays and vacation; and other programs. For more on benefits, please visit careers.bms.com/life-at-bms. Other terms may apply.
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