Manager QA, Product Disposition (2nd Shift)

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The Manager will be responsible for supervising quality and disposition activities of incoming raw materials, consumables and in-house manufactured critical reagents used at the CAR T manufacturing and testing facilities in accordance with policies, standards, procedures and Global cGMP. Functional responsibilities include performing incoming material release, ensuring accurate and timely maintenance and review of material release documentation. Additionally, the Sr. Supervisor or Manager will be responsible for continuous improvements, and ownership of change management records within the QA department.

Working Hours: M- F - 2nd Shift

Role Responsibilities:

• Supervises material release QA operations in a manner that assures compliance with GXP regulations , including 21 CFR Parts 210 and 211.
• Coordinates the daily activities with staff to ensure that all tasks are completed and compliant with applicable procedures.
• Provides necessary training and ongoing coaching, discipline, and recognition of direct reports including performing annual performance reviews.
• Actively participates in problem-solving and change initiatives in collaboration with other crossfunctional teams.
• Maintains incoming raw materials and in-house manufactured critical reagents release procedures.
• Maintains release package for GMP materials within Quality system. Responsible for initiating deviations, performing investigations, CAPA implementation and continuous improvement of QA material release standard operating procedures.
• Ensure all investigations, CAPAs and change controls are completed in a timely manner.
• Must be skilled in planning and organizing, decision-making, and building relationships.
• Support QA during audits and site inspections for QA compliance related inquiries.
• Review and approve departmental procedures as appropriate.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Role Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree with minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience
• Preferred experience in biopharmaceutical Quality Assurance, Clinical, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Commercialization
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute
• Must have advanced knowledge and experience with cGMP manufacturing, Quality, and compliance.
• Must be action-oriented and customer-focused and skilled in decision-making, building relationships, problem solving, conflict management, planning and organizing, resource allocation, coaching others, and analytical thinking.
• Must possess an independent mindset. • Requires moderate direction to complete more complex tasks. Completes routine tasks with little or no supervision.
• Work is self-directed. • Confident in making decisions for non-routine issues.
• Routinely recognizes and resolves Quality issues. Informs management of proposed solutions. Develops procedures.

If you want to challenge yourself, accelerate your career, and give new hope to patients, there’s no better place than here with our Cell Therapy team. Full of incredible and dedicated team members, those working on CAR-T and other forms of Cell Therapy are transforming patients’ lives through science. From studying individualized cell lines to making brand new discoveries, this bold and personal discipline allows you to grow your career while making a lasting impact on the field of medicine. Join us today.

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.

This Position qualifies for a $15,000 Sign-on Bonus, $7,500 payable within 30 days of the start date, and $7,500 payable following 6 months of continuous employment. Payments are subject to a 1-year repayment agreement from date of payment issue. Applies to external hires only.

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

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