Specialist, Technical Documentation, Cell Therapy 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.

Bristol Myers Squibb Cell Therapy Manufacturing is seeking a Specialist, Technical Documentation, Cell Therapy Manufacturing who can bring enthusiasm, intellectual curiosity, scientific rigor, and a desire to help drive novel programs. The candidate must be goal-oriented, flexible, and able to work collaboratively with safety and quality in mind. We are searching for passionate and innovative individuals with a strong understanding of current good manufacturing practices to support the creation, revision, and approval of all procedures and related documentation for Cell Therapy operations.

BMS Values

• Our values move us toward our mission to discover, develop and deliver innovative medicines that help patients prevail over serious diseases.
• Candidates must exemplify the BMS values of Passion, Integrity, Inclusion, Accountability, Innovation, and Urgency:

Passion

• Demonstrate dedication to quality and accuracy in documentation, understanding the critical role these play in advancing patient care
• Engage with team members and SMEs to support shared goals with enthusiasm and commitment

Urgency

• Performs functions following all SOPs and compliance standards.
• Supports manufacturing in meeting deadlines for documentation updates.

Innovation

• Support process improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to improve GMP documentation and close compliance gaps
• Able to propose new ideas or methods to streamline document creation and compliance.

Accountability

• Take responsibility for assigned tasks from initiation to completion, consistently meeting deadlines and quality standards.
• Own documentation workflows and associated quality actions and drive to completion.

Integrity

• Exhibit attention to detail by ensuring documentation is accurate and adheres to regulatory guidelines, internal policies, and ethical standards.
• Maintain compliance through diligent adherence to established procedures, escalating concerns when necessary.

Inclusion

• Collaborates cross-functionally and contributes to a culture of inclusion and diversity.

Shifts Available:

TBD

Responsibilities:

• Author and revise Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and associated documentation for cell therapy manufacturing in accordance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP’s).
• Work closely with department SME’s to align on procedural updates, tech transfers, and ensure proper reviewers/approvers on all documentation
• Accountable for ensuring quality and regulatory compliance of Manufacturing GMP documentation.
• Work as a liaison between manufacturing, Quality Operations and relevant Management systems.
• Assist with Tech Transfer activities.
• Communicate to all functional area managers and supervisors Quality-related initiatives and actions.
• Must have the ability to challenge and make recommendations.
• Escalate compliance concerns to management in a timely manner.
• Review and approve change controls as the manufacturing representative.
• Communicate with team, support resources, and management regarding issue identification and resolution.
• Develop solid understanding of quality and documentation systems (BMSDocs and Infinity)
• Identify, manage, and own quality actions as required.
• Develop solid understanding of Cell Therapy Manufacturing processes.
• Tracks deliverables and manages timelines effectively.
• Supports internal/external audits, taking urgent action to support requests.
• Assist with team metrics, identifying improvements & ensuring prompt action is taken.
• Obtain access to and develop solid understanding of various electronic systems utilized by Manufacturing (MES, SAP, ValGenesis, DeltaV, Maximo etc.).

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: A Bachelor’s Degree in a related field is preferred. A combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Experience: 3+ years in a Biotechnology/Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Operations or Support role. Knowledge of cGMP and manufacturing production is preferred. Experience authoring cGMP documentation and Cell Therapy manufacturing experience is preferred.

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Devens - MA - US: $35.50 - $43.02per 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.

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