Senior Specialist, QA Manufacturing Shop Floor, Cell Therapy

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This position works a rotating 2-3-2 Panama schedule (6am to 6pm) Day shift.

We are seeking candidates experienced in providing direct Quality Assurance support to GMP manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will spend time supporting production activities on the manufacturing floor and partnering with operators, supervisors, and manufacturing leadership.

Position Summary

The Quality Assurance Shop Floor team is responsible for 24x7 Quality collaboration and oversight of site operations, including but not limited to Manufacturing, Quality Control laboratories, and Warehouse Operations.

This position will oversee and partner with operational areas to ensure GxP compliance with Bristol-Myers Squibb policies, standards, procedures, and Global cGMP.

In the capacity of QA Shop Floor, the Senior Specialist shall serve as one of the Quality Representatives interacting with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality Control and other supporting functions.

The Senior Specialist, QA Shop Floor, is accountable to own quality decision making as it relates to unexpected events on the production floor, deviation triage and determination. Participation in cross-functional triage meetings. They own; review or quality approve GxP records including but not limited to procedures, batch records, or deviations. Additionally, the incumbent shall support deviation approval, alarm approval, and other Quality System Records as requested by management. Effective communication, critical thinking, and a thirst for knowledge are foundational skills for members of the Shop Floor Quality Assurance team to succeed.

This position reports to the Shift Manager, Quality Assurance Shop Floor.

This position works a rotating 2-3-2 Panama schedule (6am to 6pm) Day shift.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide Quality oversight to Manufacturing/QC/Warehouse/ Packout operations. Identify departures from approved procedures & respond to complex issues independently & escalate critical issues to management.
• May perform and document operational verification per approved procedures.
• Develops, reviews and/ or approves temporary and non routine procedure for event response.
• Observe manufacturing operations and identify departures from clean room behaviors and aseptic techniques.
• Coordinate and lead area walkthroughs to identify quality issues. Negotiate remediations and drive alignment of implementation plans.
• Own actions for departmental programs and propose improvements to programs.
• Participate in Gemba walks.
• Communicate and resolve discrepancies independently and escalate as required.
• Author, review, and approve procedural documents.
• Maintain compliance with assigned learning plan. Provide guidance and training for QA personnel.
• May own training curriculum and content.
• May present individual topics during audits as needed.
• Independently assess discrepancies for entry into quality system and approve deviations as applicable.
• May serve as quality subject matter expert for risk assessments, change controls, etc.
• Lead meetings and represent function at cross functional meetings.
• Share data/knowledge within and across team. Build & maintain strong relationships with partner functions.
• May prioritize and assign tasks for the team.
• Periodically observe operations occurring on the floor and proactively identify risks and drive improvements.
• Establish and maintain key performance indicators and standard work databases in alignment with departmental and product supply goals.
• Functions as a project manager able to influence others based on time and task commitments, organize/run meetings.
• Obtain access to, and develop as an SME for, various electronic systems utilized by Quality Assurance Shop Floor (BMSDocs, CELabs, MES, SAP, ValG, DeltaV, Maximo, Infinity, etc.).
• Should be familiar with GMP-related systems including Quality Risk Management, Document and Data Governance, Monitoring and Reporting.
• Share data/knowledge within and across teams by acting as a champion for quality-culture and learning.

Qualifications & Experience

Direct QA experience providing direct Quality Assurance support to GMP manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will spend time supporting production activities on the manufacturing floor and partnering with operators, supervisors, and manufacturing leadership.

• Ability to research, understand, interpret and apply internal SOP’s, policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Proficient computer skills with knowledge of digital tools such as MS Office, etc. and ability to learn and work with new software applications.
• Ability to interpret data & results, understand complex problems with multiple variables, and articulate practical solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal skills and ability to present technical data effectively based on target audience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment and lead peers through changing priorities.
• Detail oriented and task focused with ability to meet deadlines and support work prioritization.
• Ability to negotiate and influence to craft mutually beneficial solutions.
• Ability to motivate and foster a positive team environment.
• Exhibit strong decision-making ability and think creatively while maintaining compliance and quality.
• Pioneering mindset and ability to create innovative solutions.
• Demonstrated experience with quality management systems for handling of records such as change control, product complaints, deviations, investigations, and CAPA management.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and work with analytical computer/digital tools like Microsoft Power Automate, Smartsheet, Tableau, etc.
• Bachelor's degree in STEM field preferred. High school diploma/ Associates degree with equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.
• 4+ years of relevant cGMP experience, preferably with 1+ year of manufacturing site experience. Experience in FDA/EMA regulations in biopharmaceuticals or cell therapy manufacturing is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with quality management systems
• Demonstrated experience in GxP electronic systems such as Quality Management Systems (QMS); Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) for electronic batch records; Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) such as SAP; laboratory information management systems; or electronic logbooks/forms.

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Compensation Overview:

Devens - MA - US: $89,780 - $108,789

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 in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include:

• Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
• Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
• Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.

​ Work-life benefits include:

Paid Time Off

• US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)
• Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays

Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.

All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.

Eligibility Disclosure:T_ he summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers

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On-site Protocol

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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.

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