Bristol Myers Squibb

Senior Specialist, Upstream Manufacturing

Cruiserath - IE Full time

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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.

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Position Summary

BMS Cruiserath Biologics is seeking to recruit a permanent Senior Specialist within the Manufacturing Operations group. Reporting to the Shift Lead, the role will support the ongoing manufacturing operations within the facility, as well as qualification activities for new processes and equipment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Deliver expert level of execution in manufacturing-process unit operations according to established standard work instructions
  • Expert in operation of manufacturing equipment and technology within the functional area
  • Technical author and approver for operating procedures & documentation for large-scale manufacturing
  • Deliver expertise in training, training content design combined with oversight and approval of Manufacturing Specialist’s on-the-job training and competency
  • Driving Right-First-Time execution on shift & front-line support/resolution of manufacturing issues
  • Expertise in the use of process automation systems (i.e. Delta V and Syncade Interactions, OSI/Pi Historian) and supporting business systems (i.e. SAP. Trackwise, Maximo etc.)
  • Lead shift-based Investigations in QMS and drive effective CAPA implementation
  • Oversee real-time review of batch and exception reports for manufacturing lots in conjunction with Quality Assurance team and provide support to QA audit readiness activities
  • Driving and promoting Good Manufacturing Practices Good Documentation Practices and adherence with Standard Operating Procedures
  • Operating to and maintaining dynamic schedules - in a fast-paced production environment
  • Facilitate and support change control and project changes to operations in the MPCC manufacturing facility in collaboration with the Manufacturing Operations group, Technical Transfer Teams, Manufacturing Engineers & the Automation teams
  • Support for NPI execution activities and non-routine protocol activities
  • Role model and support a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence
  • Ownership and promotion of improvement projects for manufacturing work practices and a safe working environment by application of sound scientific, engineering and lean principles
  • Role model of the BMS behaviours and Safety culture

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Required:

  • The successful candidate would ideally possess a minimum of Level 7 qualification in an Engineering/Science related discipline
  • Min. 3-4 years working experience in a large-scale biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility
  • Competence with Delta V and MES or similar control and data acquisition systems would be required
  • Automation experience should include an ability to troubleshoot and run technical queries and reports in support of investigations and Data Integrity
  • Manufacturing and automation expertise and demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving ability and the ability to work proactively to achieve demanding schedules
  • High proficiency in communication and collaborating at a variety of levels and the ability to work in a cross-functional and fast-paced team environment
  • Working flexibly to react to changing business needs.
  • Proven ability to support the close-out of complex investigations and good GMP awareness.
  • Proven ability to operate, maintain and troubleshoot bench analytical equipment supporting manufacturing processes

Why you should apply

  • You will help patients in their fight against serious diseases
  • You will be part of a company that encourages excellence and innovation, respects diversity, develops leaders and values its employees.
  • You’ll get a competitive salary and a great benefits package including an annual bonus, pension contribution, family medical allowance, life assurance and on-site gym

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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.

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/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.

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