Full Job Description
BMS Cell Therapy Manufacturing Training seeks a Training Specialist, Cell Therapy Manufacturing that brings enthusiasm, intellectual curiosity, strong technical background, and a desire to help drive novel programs. The candidate must be goal-oriented, flexible, and able to work efficiently with safety and quality in mind. We are searching for enthusiastic, and innovative individual with a good understanding of good manufacturing practices, training delivery to support the continuous education and technical skill improvement of manufacturing operators for Cell Therapy.
Shifts Available:
Monday - Thursday, 1pm - 11pm
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
- Demonstrates the ability to execute operations as described in standard operating procedures and batch records.
- Demonstrates strong practical and theoretical knowledge in their work.
- Completes documentation required by training policies and standard operating procedures.
- Performs and demonstrates tasks in a manner consistent with the safety policies, quality systems, and GMP requirements.
- Qualifies new employees on assigned curriculum required of their job functions.
- Executes trainee requalification’s as needed.
- On-time completion of training assignments to ensure technical skills and knowledge are adequate prior to the training of other individuals.
- Collaborates with support groups on recommendations and solving training gaps between new hire on boarding and the transition to manufacturing operations.
- Identifies innovative solutions.
- Supports creation of manufacturing training materials such as On-The-Job-Trainings and Instructor-Led-Trainings.
- Works independently and escalates issues appropriately, works with Management to resolve.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of cGMP regulations and FDA guidance applicable to biologics and cell therapy manufacturing preferred.
- Must be able to gown into a cleanroom environment.
- Must be able to be near strong magnets.
- Experience with delivering training to adult learners and groups.
- Experience and knowledge of Cell Therapy operations preferred.
- Communicates effectively between peers, trainees, and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Ability to work collaboratively with all employees at all levels.
- Demonstrates strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
Minimum Requirements:
- 4+ years of experience in cGMP bioprocessing manufacturing, cell therapy manufacturing or relevant experience
- Bachelors in relevant science or engineering discipline, or equivalent in work experience.
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Compensation Overview:
Devens - MA - US: $35.50 - $43.02per hour
The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.
Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit
Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include:
- Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
- Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
- Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
Work-life benefits include:
Paid Time Off
- US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)
- Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays
Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.