Associate Specialist, Value Stream Cryo Operations

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. At Bristol Myers Squibb we are reimagining the future of cell therapy. With our bold ambition, backed by a best-in-the-industry team and long-term commitment, we are leading the way to unlock the full promise of cell therapy as we strive to put more patients on the path to a cure. If you are ready to challenge yourself, accelerate your career, and give new hope to patients, there’s no better place than here at BMS with our Cell Therapy team. Our Specialist, Value Steam Cryo Operations is responsible for the Cryopreservation, movement, storage, control of manufacturing patient materials, and support of Liquid Nitrogen storage tanks and equipment at the CAR T manufacturing facility in Summit, NJ. This includes but is not limited to, cryopreservation, storage, inventory control, chain of custody, and material tracking. Shift Available: * Sunday - Wednesday (with e/o Wednesday off), Onsite Night Shift, 5 p.m. - 5:30 a.m. Responsibilities: * Handling patient material throughout the material Cryopreservation, storage, distribution, transfer, and disposal. * Maintaining sample tracking and chain of custody records in accordance with GMP requirements and written procedures. * Ensuring that obsolete or expired samples and materials are destroyed and disposed of according to written procedures. * Performing sample queries and periodic storage reports, as required. * Assisting management with investigations and deviations related to sample management. * Collaborating with other departments to identity and implement process efficiencies. * Maintaining metrics for the Value Stream Cryo Operations group. * Facilitating cold chain transfers of material, as required. * 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). * Maintains timing according to the production schedule to ensure on-time Cryopreservation support. * Cryopreserve Patient material daily, store and manage Inventory of material in LN2 storage locations. * 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. * Work with management to ensure adequately trained personnel are available to perform all Value Stream Cryo Operations activities. * Records patient material handling data and information in a clear, concise, format according to proper GDPs. * Able to problem solve with minimal supervision. * Works in a team based, cross-functional environment to complete tasks required by shift schedule. * Other duties may be assigned, as necessary. Knowledge & Skills: * Experience with cold chain sample storage and transfer. * Knowledge of cGMP/FDA regulated industry. * Basic mathematical skills. *...