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Reporting to the Shift Manager, Production Engineer/Scientist 1 of the Single Use Facility is responsible for advancing the biologics pipeline according to established work instructions and in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs). The role is based in a state of the art facility utilizing single-use technology.

The Production Engineer/Scientist 1 is responsible for mastering all routine manufacturing assignments/processes, providing daily technical oversight of execution of manufacturing processes, provide in depth training, maintaining a culture of compliance, and innovation within the downstream team. The Production Engineer/Scientist 1 is required to guide the shift personnel with technical knowledge to lead troubleshooting activities, provide investigation support, analyze process/equipment data, and identify and implement process improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Master and work on routine manufacturing assignments as well as assignments that are complex in nature where action and a high degree of initiative are required in resolving problems and making recommendations

• Provide in depth training

• In adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices and standard operating procedures effectively use and possesses mastery of various production equipment, process automation, and supporting business systems to support biologics production within the downstream operations

• Ensure less experienced manufacturing personnel comply with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions and work with individual team members to ensure training is completed on time

• Under direction of area management, lead the coordination and implementation of special projects such as validation or support routine process investigations

• Actively participate in tech transfers

• Revise and create process documents

• Champion areas specific initiatives associated with work safety and operational improvements

• Engage in and support culture of continuous improvement through ownership of improvement for work processes, equipment and safe work environment

• Advise Shift manager on improvements which may optimize work processes

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, Biomedical Engineering) or Life Sciences (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology) with 0+ years’ experience

• Knowledge of science generally attained through a degree in the STEM fields

• Strong academic performance

• Passion for science and a strong interest in manufacturing operations as a career

• Fast learner with strong scientific curiosity, good interpersonal skills, and attention to detail

• Previous internships/co-op in pharma and/or research experience at university

• Excellent and oral communication skills

• Demonstrated leadership in professional, school, or community settings

• Demonstrated proficiency in common computer tools and web based applications

• Prior experience successfully participating on work teams where personal accountability, attention to detail, collaboration, and results were expected

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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.

COVID-19 Information
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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