Working with Us
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.
Position Title:
Manufacturing Associate, CAR-T, Manufacturing Operations
PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION:
Manufactures human blood derived components per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) 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:
Wednesday- Saturday (with e/o Wednesday off), Onsite Night Shift, 5 p.m. - 5:30 a.m.
Times are subject to change based on business demands.
Responsibilities:
- Manufacture human blood-derived cellular therapy products in accordance with SOPs and cGMP requirements.
- Perform cell culture maintenance and expansion, cell harvest, Isolation and cryopreservation activities.
- Execute aseptic processing activities, including:
- Tube welding
- Sampling
- cell counts
- Sterile connections
- Material transfers
- Weigh and measure in-process materials to ensure required quantities are added or removed.
- Adhere to production schedules and support on-time manufacturing operations.
- Performs tasks for Cell Therapy products to support product Value Stream outputs according to Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP’s) following the current, approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions (WIs).
- Communicate production deviations and support quality investigations when required.
- Work collaboratively within a cross-functional, team-based manufacturing environment.
- Perform activities within a designated manufacturing function as assigned.
- Perform additional manufacturing-related tasks as directed by management.
- Supports manual and electronic batch record executions, deviation investigations, and closure of CAPAs.
- Maintains timing according to the production schedule to ensure on-time logistics.
- Ensures all documentation is correct and addresses procedural/documentation errors expeditiously and effectively.
- Works in a team based, cross-functional environment to complete tasks required by shift schedule.
- Available to work OT when business requires.
- Willing to work staggered day shift hours.
- Records patient material handling data and information in a clear, concise, format according to proper GDPs.
Knowledge and Skills
- Basic understanding of:
- Cell culture
- Cryopreservation
- Cell Expansion
- Aseptic processing techniques
- Laboratory techniques
- Knowledge and understanding of cGMP and FDA-regulated manufacturing environments.
- Technical writing and documentation skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Foundational knowledge of:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Inventory control and/or management.
Minimum Requirements
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's Degree; OR
- Associate degree/Medical Technical Degree with at least 2 years of manufacturing or operations experience; OR
- High School Diploma/GED with at least 4 years of manufacturing or operations experience.
Working Conditions:
- Work within a controlled cGMP cleanroom environment.
- Routine exposure to human blood components.
- Required to wear cleanroom garments and personal protective equipment (PPE), including coverings for:
- Head
- Face (partial)
- Body
- Legs and feet
- Work in enclosed, restricted cleanroom areas with controlled pressure and temperature.
- Exposure to:
- Reagents
- Manufacturing chemicals
- Sanitization agents
- Must comply with cleanroom restrictions, including prohibition of:
- Makeup
- Gum
- Nail polish
- Personal electronic devices in designated areas
- Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
- Frequent walking and movement throughout the manufacturing area.
- Ability to use computers and complete documentation tasks.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Must possess sufficient vision and hearing to perform job duties safely.
- Must be flexible with production schedules, including weekend shifts and potential schedule changes based on business needs.
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.
Compensation Overview:
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: The 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
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 [email protected]. 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.
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.
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R1603830 : Manufacturing Associate, CAR-T Abecma CAR-TSkills Required
- Bachelor's degree OR Associate degree/Medical Technical Degree with ≥2 years manufacturing/operations experience OR High School Diploma/GED with ≥4 years manufacturing/operations experience
- Understanding of cell culture, cell expansion, and cryopreservation techniques
- Experience with aseptic processing techniques (sterile connections, tube welding, material transfers, sampling)
- Knowledge and understanding of cGMP and FDA-regulated manufacturing environments
- Technical writing and documentation skills; ability to complete manual and electronic batch records
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Foundational knowledge of biology, chemistry, and mathematics
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, follow production schedules, and support OT and staggered shifts
- Ability to work in a controlled cGMP cleanroom and comply with PPE/cleanroom restrictions
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and stand or sit for extended periods
- Experience with inventory control or management
Bristol Myers Squibb Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Bristol Myers Squibb and has not been reviewed or approved by Bristol Myers Squibb.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered fair and competitive for the pharmaceutical sector, with many describing compensation as good or better than expected. Feedback suggests base pay combined with incentives contributes to overall satisfaction.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is broad, combining medical, dental, vision, disability, and wellness programs, along with access to on‑site fitness. Feedback suggests employer contributions to health accounts and wellbeing incentives further strengthen perceived value.
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Retirement Support — Retirement savings are reinforced by a strong 401(k) match and additional plan options. This structure is commonly cited as a standout component of total rewards.
Bristol Myers Squibb Insights
What We Do
At Bristol Myers Squibb, we work every day to transform patients’ lives through science. That work inspires some of the most interesting, meaningful, and life-changing careers you’ll experience. Join us and pursue innovative ideas alongside some of the brightest minds in biopharma, collaborating with a team rich in diversity of experiences, and perspectives. We have built a sustainable pipeline of potential therapies and are leveraging translational medicine and data analytics to understand how we can deliver the right medicine to the right patient, at the right time, to achieve the best outcome. Whether in a scientific, business or supporting function, a career at BMS means you’ll be inspired every day to grow and thrive through opportunities that are uncommon in scale and scope. Here, you’ll be on the cutting edge of powerful innovation in oncology, hematology, immunology, cardiovascular disease, and fibrosis, with colleagues united in the mission to help patients. Through the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation, we also promote health equity and seek to improve health outcomes of populations disproportionately affected by serious diseases and conditions. Our mission is to give new hope to help patients prevail over serious disease – it drives everything we do.
