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.
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The following positions will require the employees to work with chemical, radiological, or biological agents that may be hazardous to health if mishandled (including Agents which may potentially affect reproduction or the fetus). Employees will be required to follow all safety procedures and use personal protective clothing/Equipment where specified. Inquires for further information should be directed to the hiring manager.
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Permanent Position – Process Engineering Mechanic – 51I – CSO
Shift: 7 AM - 3:30 PM EST
Site: New Brunswick, NJ
Bldg # 115 (excluded)
Rate: $45.00 / hour
JOB FUNCTION:
- Performs preventative maintenance on pharmaceutical process equipment including tablet presses, tablet coaters, roller compactors, fluid bed processors, blenders, mills, and encapsulation machines.Continuous manufacturing experience a plus.
- Diagnose and/or repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and/or PLC issues to minimize manufacturing downtime.
- Consult and coordinate with equipment vendors as necessary to complete maintenance activities, order parts, and optimize performance.
- Perform work with strict compliance to all BMS operating and safety SOPs, cGMPs, Good Documentation Practices, and OSHA regulations.
- Assists in the development of detailed job plans for PM work and equipment assembly, operation, and cleaning SOPs.
- Provides feedback to management and recommends improvements to optimize performance, increase safety, and compliance with procedures/regulations.
- Assists Facility Maintenance with upkeep of the OSD manufacturing facility.
- Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (Maximo) and other computer programs to complete job tasks.
- May assist manufacturing personnel with equipment operation during production as required.
- Must be able to meet the requirements for respirator and/or appropriate use certification as working condition around potent compounds may occur.
- Must be mechanical and electrically inclined with ability to read equipment drawings, electrical schematics, and P&IDs.
- Contributes to and supports an environment that fosters diversity, inclusion, engagement, and open communication.
- Performs other functions as required or assigned.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- 2-year associate’s degree and/or successful completion of a vocational-tech program directly related to Industrial Maintenance from an accredited technical school/college is preferred.
- 5 years of experience in a cGMP pharmaceutical manufacturing/technical environment or substantial familiarity of pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment in a cGMP solid dose environment.
- Current, valid driver’s license.
- Must have basic computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office, email, internet)
- Knowledge of a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), i.e.: Maximo is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively troubleshoot, plan work and anticipate potential problems and take appropriate actions.
- Demonstrated ability to remove defective parts by dismantling equipment, using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools.
- Demonstrated ability to determine changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts, using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The position will require the employee to work in areas where chemical, radiological and biological agents that may be hazardous to health if mishandled (including agents which may potentially affect development of the fetus). Assignments may be executed in all NBR R&D Manufacturing facilities interchangeably. Disagreeable conditions including odors, heat, cold, noise, etc. may be experienced. In addition, candidates:
- Ability to work overtime when warranted.
- Must be willing and able to wear all required PPE (personal protective equipment) including protective garments and respirators.
- Must be willing and able to work at elevated heights (e.g. elevated walkways, grating, platforms, ladders, scaffolding, etc.) and within confined spaces where applicable.
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks repetitively for extended periods of time (i.e. lifting (up to 35 pounds), walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling) with or without reasonable accommodation.
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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 adastaffingsupport@bms.com. 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.
BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.
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