Manager, Manufacturing Technology - SUF

Company: Bristol Myers Squibb
Location: Ayer
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

At Bristol Myers Squibb, we are inspired by a single vision transforming patients lives through science. In oncology, hematology, immunology and cardiovascular disease and one of the most diverse and promising pipelines in the industry each of our passionate colleagues contribute to innovations that drive meaningful change. We bring a human touch to every treatment we pioneer. Join us and make a difference.

Position Summary

The Manager, Manufacturing Technology SUF, is a senior member of the MT team and will serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert for upstream and downstream purification; providing direct support to drug substance late-stage and commercial manufacturing at the BMS Devens Single Use Facility (SUF). The successful candidate will have expertise in one or more areas of biologics manufacturing and be a key contributor to a highly technical, diverse, and collaborative team of scientists and engineers by setting appropriate objectives and action plans, overcoming obstacles, and delivering results to meet established timelines. The position is located in Devens, MA and reports to the Senior Manager, Manufacturing Technology-SUF.

Key Responsibilities

* The Manager, Manufacturing Technology SUF, will be responsible to support a newly created team to provide technical support to Upstream and Downstream biologics manufacturing for late-stage and commercial assets manufactured in the SUF. This position offers the opportunity to provide strong and highly visible contributions to cross-functional teams (Manufacturing, Engineering, Process Development, Quality, Analytical, and Global Regulatory Sciences groups) to resolve complex technical problems while meeting delivery, schedule, and quality objectives. The successful candidate will be a key contributor to a highly technical process support team by meeting highly visible business objectives and overcoming obstacles; by delivering results within project timelines; and by building and maintenance of effective collaborations with site and network support organizations.
* Serve as an effective partner for manufacturing groups, bringing technical expertise from development and MS&T lab groups to the manufacturing floor, and relaying the voice of the operations staff back to development and MS&T lab scientists.
* Routinely liaises with MS&T Process Champions, SUF Manufacturing Operations, and Devens MS&T regarding strategies for technical and operational improvements, investigation resolution, and process validation.
* Participate in cross functional project teams to drive complex process improvement or to enable or enhance organizational capabilities.
* Provides process subject matter expertise for regulatory inspections and other interactions with regulatory agencies
* Establishes high performance standards, defines clear accountability, and leads by developing, adopting and supporting continuous improvement.
* Actively communicates group s activities and progress through varied technical and non-technical forums.

Qualifications & Experience

* Knowledge of process engineering and science generally attained through studies resulting in a B.S., in engineering, a related discipline, or its equivalent. Graduate education through M.S. or Ph.D. is highly desired
* A minimum of 6 years relevant experience in biopharmaceutical industry or its equivalent. Time spent in advanced degree programs may be considered as equivalent relevant experience
* Expertise in at least one area of drug-substance bioprocessing such as cell-culture/fermentation, protein purification, process development, manufacturing support, or protein chemistry is required.
* Knowledge of mammalian-based biologics manufacturing processes is preferred.
* Mastery of SOPs, cGMPs and the know how to work and manage within a regulatory environment.
* Successful experience in project management including proficient use of project management tools and software such as MS Project and other collaborative systems.
* Excellent verbal & written communications skills. Interpersonal and facilitation skills necessary to lead people and multi-disciplinary teams.
* Expertise in univariate (Discoverant, JMP, Seeq) and multivariate (SIMCA-online) data analysis desired
* Experience in working in /leading cross-functional teams is essential.
* Demonstrated problem solving ability, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills are essential along with strong leadership skills.
* Strong work ethic and ability to mentor junior staff.
* Demonstrated independent decision making and ability to work autonomously

Principal assignment is in a modern biopharmaceutical facility which requires adherence to various Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standards. pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.

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Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases. Empowered to apply our individual talents and diverse perspectives in an inclusive culture, our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

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.

Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is an essential job function of this role which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and enhances the Company culture.

To protect the safety of our workforce, customers, patients and communities, the policy of the Company requires all employees and workers in the U.S. and Puerto Rico to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless they have received an exception based on an approved request for a medical or religious reasonable accommodation. Therefore, all BMS applicants seeking a role located in the U.S. and Puerto Rico must confirm that they have already received or are willing to receive the full COVID-19 vaccination by their start date as a qualification of the role and condition of employment. This requirement is subject to state and local law restrictions and may not be applicable to employees working in certain jurisdictions such as Montana. This requirement is also subject to discussions with collective bargaining representatives in the U.S.

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