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Position plays a key role in pharmaceutical packaging as a member of cross-functional development programs supporting projects from concept through commercialization.
Job Function:
Provide Packaging technical support to the External Manufacturing Organization (ExM) and CMOs
Ensure the transfer of robust Primary and Secondary Drug Product Packaging processes to Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMO)
Assess and maintain robust packaging process performance at CMO for the primary and secondary packaging of BMS products
Actively works to continuously reduce supply risks associated with packaging operations and processes
Maintains current knowledge of primary and secondary packaging types/technology, packaging processes, packaging equipment and serialization, to support successful operation of the ExM business unit
Responsibilities:
Support CMO selection process – compilation of technical packages, due diligence and completing scoring.
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Leads packaging robustness assessment and improvement initiatives
Accountable for/Leading technology transfer packaging projects, ensuring robust technical transfer within budget constraints, and completing associated regulatory filings.
Support operational management of packaging CMOs as per Supplier Relationship Management governance model
Provide on-going technical support to ExM / CMO to ensure compliance and security of supply – metrics review, deviation closure, CAPA effectiveness, change control review, APQR review, process improvement. Identify and Implement OPEX initiatives as necessary.
Leads process investigations when required, using structured root cause analysis tools.
Represents Manufacturing Technology on project teams and works closely with Supply Relationship Manager and project team members. Product robustness - technical lead for creation of process robustness monitoring plan, process control strategy, and provides technical oversight of TPM sites to ensure continuous process monitoring for all products in scope.
Supervise work of MS&T specialist(s), when required.
Education:
Bachelors (or Masters) degree in science, engineering, packaging or a related field with a minimum of 6 years relevant experience.
Experience / Knowledge Desired:
Proven record in pharmaceutical packaging technology, technology transfer, process development and packaging support/activities.
Ability to interact at all levels of the organization with proven influencing ability e.g. Regulatory, CMO etc to achieve goals.
Strong negotiation capability and ability to manage complex stakeholder networks.
Ability to understand business implications of technical decisions.
Must have in-depth knowledge of primary packaging processes, and process equipment for OSD blister packaging (PVC/Alu, Alu/Alu, Aclar/Alu) and HDPE/LDPE bottles and associated sealing; sterile and nonsterile liquids and semisolids (bottle filling, vial filling, tubes).
Knowledge of Characterization/Analytical Techniques for measuring critical quality attributes of packaging materials.
Experience of methods for optimum primary and secondary packaging assessment.
In-depth knowledge of the regulatory standards and compliance expectations for such processes.
Knowledge of serialization requirements and serialization technology.
Experienced with use of statistical software to analyze process related data to determine process capability or for troubleshooting purposes.
Proficient in the technical transfer of packaging processes to CMOs within budget and according to project timeline. Demonstrated ability to manage one or more tech transfer projects with minimal supervision.
Excellent verbal, written communications and presentations skills, including excellence at concise writing of complex study plans and scientific reports; informing diverse stakeholder groups about the critical issues related to packaging processes when required.
Ability to work on own and as part of a team and to drive issues to resolution.
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Compensation Overview:
New Brunswick - NJ - US: $123,580 - $149,752

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 https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.
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.
*Eligibility Disclosure: The summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if
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