Cryogenic Process Associate

At Bristol Myers Squibb, our employees often ask, “Who are you working for?”—a question that fuels collaboration, accountability, and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits. This is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it.

Summary: The Cryogenic Process Associate/Specialist assists in the execution of drug substance freezing, drug substance and QC sample shipments according to established work instructions and production records for the manufacture of therapeutic proteins in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).

Responsibilities:

• This position responsibility consists of performing operational and warehousing activities in the site Cryogenic facility.
• Activities include the freeze –thaw processing steps and packaging- shipping of bulk drug substances in accordance with the defined process parameters and the business requirements of the Devens site.
• Scope of position requires some, but limited activities, in walk-in refrigerators and freezers (personnel protection provided).
• Upon completion of training, person will demonstrate a thorough understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices, and a working knowledge of the facility and equipment.
• A background in automated business and process control systems is required.
• An operator is expected to provide process movements, troubleshooting, and maintenance support activities during normal business hours.
• Operators Perform inventory control (SAP) transactions as required for material movement updates, ordering supplies through both manual and electronic systems and routine cleaning operations.
• Operators are required to initiate ongoing communications using appropriate communication channels to organize information with clarity.
• This is a 1st shift position with the occasional need to be called in during off hours

Requirements:

• Associates degree is preferred with a minimum of 2 years of pertinent experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of process operations as well as material handling and warehousing is required along with a demonstrated ability to operate and troubleshoot mechanical equipment.
• Ability to operate and maintain material handling equipment and other site vehicles is required.
• Excellent understanding of relevant cGMP issues such as batch record recording review, procedure writing and revisions, housekeeping, and environmental control is required.

We hire for skills and capabilities, not just credentials – if this role excites you, but doesn’t perfectly match your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway.

Devens - MA - US: $25.34 - $30.70per hour

The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities. We determine starting pay thoughtfully – carefully considering the nature of the role, required skills, work location, schedule and the knowledge and experience you bring. Final compensation is guided by pay equity principles and applicable employment laws. Compensation programs are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted over time to reflect evolving market factors, and individual, team or Company performance.

Benefits:

Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, you may be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefit plans – including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and insurance offerings (medical, dental, vision, life and disability).

U.S.-based exempt employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO), which provides paid time off without a set accrual limit, subject to manager approval, along with 11 paid company holidays each year.

Non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico receive 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires (subject to manager approval), 11 paid company holidays, and 3 optional holidays.

Depending on eligibility, employees may also have access to additional time-off benefits, including paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs. Eligible employees also enjoy an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

U.S.-based job seekers can explore full benefit offerings at https://careers.bms.com/benefits

How We Work

Where you work matters – because collaboration, innovation and patient impact happen in many settings. Our roles are structured across four work models: site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design. The model assigned to this role is based on its core responsibilities. Learn more at https://careers.bms.com/ways-of-working.

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 adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

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R1607045 : Cryogenic Process Associate