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 rich in diversity. 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.

Bristol Myers Squibb has been in operation in Ireland since 1964, employing over 650 people across a range of activities and business units.

 Located in Dublin, Cruiserath Biologics Campus, a one billion Multi-Product Cell Culture Biologics Manufacturing facility plays a central role in the Global Product Development and Supply (GPS) network as the company’s first European biologics manufacturing facility. This state of the art facility will produce multiple therapies for the company’s growing biologics portfolio. Global Biologics Laboratory (GBL) responsible for the release testing of Biologics Drug product for the network, is also based on the Cruiserath Biologics Campus.

For more information about Bristol Myers Squibb, visit us at BMS.com/ie

The Role

BMS Cruiserath Biologics is seeking to recruit a Specialist, Downstream Manufacturing on a fixed term contract within the Manufacturing Operations group. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Downstream Manufacturing Shift Lead, the Specialist, Downstream Manufacturing will support the ongoing manufacturing operations within the facility, as well as commissioning and qualification activities for the process equipment. This is a 24/7 shift role.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Working with the manufacturing operations group, project design team, the CQV team, & the Automation/CSV reps to facilitate the implementation of the project design and validation of the MPCC manufacturing facility.

• Creation of operating procedures & other relevant documentation for large scale manufacturing • Execution of commercial manufacturing processes according to established work instructions. • Adheres to Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures.

• Takes part in investigations and optimisations of processes using scientific, engineering and lean principles

• Operates all production equipment within the assigned functional area

 • Effectively uses process automation systems (i.e. Delta V and Syncade Interactions, OSI/Pi Historian) and some supporting business systems (i.e. SAP. Infinity, Maximo etc.).

• Assists with reviewing batch and exception reports for each manufacturing lot in conjunction with Quality representative and provide input to related investigations and QA audit activities.

 • Engages in and supports culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence through ownership of improvement for work processes, equipment and safe work environment.

Qualifications , Knowledge And Skills Required

 • The successful candidate should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/ Science related subject

• 2-3 years’ working experience in a large-scale biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility • Experience with Delta V and MES would be considered an advantage.

• The successful candidate must demonstrate an ability to work independently and also as part of a team.

• The successful candidate must demonstrate problem solving ability and to adhere to scheduled timelines.

 • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a cross functional collaborative environment are required.

Due to the nature of the manufacturing role, shift work will be required for 24/7 mode of operations.

Why you should apply

• You will help patients in their fight against serious diseases
• You will be part of a company that encourages excellence and innovation, respects diversity, develops leaders and values its employees.
• You’ll get a competitive salary and a great benefits package including an annual bonus, pension contribution, family medical allowance, life assurance and on-site gym

If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™ ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

On-site Protocol

BMS has a diverse occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:

Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

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 [email protected]. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

BMS cares about your well-being and the well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters.

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