Senior Specialist, MSAT Process Engineer II

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.

Purpose and Scope of Position

The Sr. Specialist, Process Engineer II (PE II) is responsible for supporting the production of personalized cell therapy products for both global clinical trials and commercial supply at the BMS Manufacturing Facility in Bothell, WA. The Sr. Specialist, PE II will own the raw material and critical reagent focus area within the Cell Therapy Engineering and Support Lifecycle Management team under the JuMP Manufacturing Sciences and Technology (MSAT) department. The Sr. Specialist, PE is expected to be a process subject matter expert for all manufacturing platforms at the BMS Manufacturing facility in Bothell. The Sr. Specialist, PE II oversees and participates in a variety of cross-functional teams that support strategy, development and implementation of new single use systems and critical reagents. The PE II will also support ad-hoc change management requests for multiple programs at the BMS Manufacturing facility. The PE II will ensure the completion of all deliverables and develops the long term strategy of the focus area, critical to maintain production and supply redundancy.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Quickly and thoroughly actively learns and adopts raw material processes and tools defined by the team. Develops into the go-to person for raw material and critical reagent lifecycle, use case and change management.
• Masters utilization of existing technical tools, business practices and procedures. Occasionally supports the design and implementation of new tools and makes improvements to existing programs and procedures as applicable.
• With minimal supervision, executes process changes involving the introduction of new or second source materials as the business lead. With minimal supervision, occasionally leads one or more projects within the lifecycle management area and contributes to more complex projects and initiatives for the broader site and organization.
• Leads cross-functional teams with specialized focus for raw material implementation and second source strategy development. With some frequency, makes an impact on the broader MSAT team.
• Makes significant impact on the manufacturing platform by creating redundancy and robust process capability. Enforces the team processes when appropriate, supporting the understanding of benefits and tradeoffs of decisions.
• With mastery, follows change management SOPs, standards, policies and directives, delivering a consistent flow of ongoing support production. Some measurable tactical achievements and 360 feedback indicative of confidence in ability to lead initiatives of limited scope.
• Quickly learns from others and consistently steps up proactively. With some frequency, proactively supports other team members and helps them to be successful.
• Routinely seeks opportunities to learn BMS values. Excels in demonstrating one of the BMS values (Integrity, Innovation, Passion, Urgency, Inclusion, Accountability) and works to address perceived deficiencies.
• May be relied upon for support of Supply Change Notification impact assessments and a manufacturing process subject matter expert (SME).
• May be relied upon for support in Aseptic and Environmental Control as process SME.
• Ensures completion of all change management deliverables and is the focus area lead for the raw material critical reagent lifecycle program.
• Supports the completion of quality records (DEV, CAPA, CR), GMP training, and continuous improvement initiatives

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in life sciences/engineering or equivalent

Experience

• 3+ years of relevant experience
• Experience in the cell therapy industry
• Project and program management experience strongly preferred
• Experience utilizing regulatory knowledge to drive innovation and improvement in single use materials and engineering functions.

BMSC

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.

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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.

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