New · posted Nov 6
Bristol Myers Squibb · Biotechnology
Associate II, Shop Floor Quality Assurance Cell Therapy
- Devens, MA
- On-site
- Full-time
- Associate & Specialist
The role
The Quality Assurance Shop Floor team is responsible for 24x7 Quality collaboration and oversight of site operations, including but not limited to Manufacturing, Quality Control laboratories, and Supply Chain Operations.
This position will oversee and partner with operational areas, to ensure compliance with Bristol-Myers Squibb policies, standards, procedures, and Global cGMP.
Shift Available:
6am – 6pm, rotating (panama) schedule including holidays and weekends
At Bristol Myers Squibb, our employees often ask, “Who are you working for?”—a question that fuels collaboration, accountability, and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits. This is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it.
At Bristol Myers Squibb we are reimagining the future of cell therapy. With our bold ambition, backed by a best-in-the-industry team and long-term commitment, we are leading the way to unlock the full promise of cell therapy as we strive to put more patients on the path to a cure. If you are ready to challenge yourself, accelerate your career, and give new hope to patients, there’s no better place than here at BMS with our Cell Therapy team.
Where you work matters – because collaboration, innovation and patient impact happen in many settings. Our roles are structured across four work models: site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design. The model assigned to this role is based on its core responsibilities. Learn more at https://careers.bms.com/ways-of-working.
What you need
What you'll do
• Provide Quality on-the-floor oversight to Manufacturing/ QC/ Supply Chain Operations & responding to minor issues or escalating to senior members.
• Perform and document operational verification per approved procedures.
• Observe manufacturing operations and identify departures from clean room behaviors and aseptic techniques.
• Provide quality oversight to maintenance operations and support pre-approved return to service plans.
• Perform area walkthroughs to identify quality issues and support remediation to ensure the floor and operations are in adherence with cGMP and approved procedures.
• Review manufacturing or testing records to ensure compliance with approved procedures. Communicate and resolve discrepancies and escalate as required.
• Identifies improvement opportunities and supports execution of site/team continuous improvement goals and projects.
• Maintain compliance with assigned learning plan.
• Support internal and external inspections as required.
• Contribute to the assessment of discrepancies and initiation of quality events. • Participate in cross-department and cross-functional meetings, communicate in professional manner and share data/ knowledge within team.
• Build relationships within direct team and partner functions.
Knowledge & Skill:
• Ability to understand, follow, and apply approved procedures
• Possess basic computer skills with knowledge of MS Office
• Ability to understand problems and propose practical solutions
• Ability to communicate effectively with cross functional peers and direct management through written and verbal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment with changing priorities.
• Detail oriented and task focused, with the ability to meet deadlines and prioritize assigned work.
• Ability to recognize the need for escalation of issues.
• Self-motivated and willingness to learn
Basic Requirement:
• Bachelor's degree in STEM field preferred. High school diploma/ Associates degree with equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.
• 0-2 years of relevant cGMP experience. Experience in FDA/EMA regulations in biopharmaceuticals or cell therapy manufacturing is preferred.
Pay
$73,736 – $89,336 a year
Employer provided$35.45 – $42.95 an hour · yearly at 2,080 hours (40 a week)
How this comparesCompensation Overview
Devens - MA - US: $35.45 - $42.95per hour
The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities. We determine starting pay thoughtfully – carefully considering the nature of the role, required skills, work location, schedule and the knowledge and experience you bring. Final compensation is guided by pay equity principles and applicable employment laws. Compensation programs are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted over time to reflect evolving market factors, and individual, team or Company performance.
Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, you may be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefit plans – including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and insurance offerings (medical, dental, vision, life and disability).
U.S.-based exempt employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO), which provides paid time off without a set accrual limit, subject to manager approval, along with 11 paid company holidays each year.
Non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico receive 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires (subject to manager approval), 11 paid company holidays, and 3 optional holidays.
Depending on eligibility, employees may also have access to additional time-off benefits, including paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs. Eligible employees also enjoy an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
U.S.-based job seekers can explore full benefit offerings at https://careers.bms.com/benefits
Where you'll work
Devens, MAOn-siteOpen in Maps (opens in a new tab)
More jobs in Devens, MAWorking conditions
- Work is largely performed in a modern manufacturing facility where one must be aware of the presence of workplace standards including pressurized liquids gases, steam and hazardous chemicals.
- Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be required in some portions of the facility, including appropriate gowning for working in a clean room environment.
We hire for skills and capabilities, not just credentials – if this role excites you, but doesn’t perfectly match your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway.
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BMS will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.
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R1608212 : Associate II, Shop Floor Quality Assurance Cell Therapy
Job intelligence
The context around this role
Live data · November 6, 2026
Salary intelligence
How the pay compares
This role's midpoint is 4% below the US median for Quality Operations & Batch Release roles at this level.
This roleEmployer provided
Associate & Specialist roles in the US18 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| This role | $73,736 | — | $89,336 |
| All US (middle half) | $81,125 | $85,250 | $94,750 |
This role: Bristol Myers Squibb's own published range, converted to a year at 2,080 hours. Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Quality Operations & Batch Release roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, November 6, 2026. Nothing is estimated.
Career trajectory
Where this role sits in Quality Operations & Batch Release
The general path across 94 open Quality Operations & Batch Release roles on Regulatory Jobs, with the titles they carry most. Not Bristol Myers Squibb's own promotion track.
Skills DNA
What this role leans on
How many of the posting's 30 duty, requirement and summary lines touch each area. The posting's emphasis, not a proficiency score.
- Collaboration and leadership10
- GMP and compliance6
- Documentation and SOPs5
- Lab testing and methods2
- Quality systems and risk1
- Data and digital systems1
Regulatory intelligence
The rules, regulations and standards behind this role
The regulations, guidance and standards that govern Quality Operations & Batch Release work in biotechnology, led by the one this posting names, each linked to the agency or standards body that publishes it.
- FDA21 CFR Parts 210 and 211(official source, opens in a new tab)FDA current good manufacturing practice for finished pharmaceuticalsNamed in the posting
- EUEU GMP (EudraLex Volume 4)(official source, opens in a new tab)The EU's good manufacturing practice rules, including Annex 1 sterile and Annex 15 validation
- ICHICH Q10(official source, opens in a new tab)The pharmaceutical quality system across the product lifecycle
- FDAFDA data integrity guidance(official source, opens in a new tab)Data Integrity and Compliance With Drug CGMP: Questions and Answers
- FDAFDA aseptic processing guidance(official source, opens in a new tab)Sterile Drug Products Produced by Aseptic Processing: Current Good Manufacturing Practice
- ISOISO 14644-1(official source, opens in a new tab)Cleanroom air cleanliness classification by particle concentration
- FDAFDA OOS guidance(official source, opens in a new tab)Investigating Out-of-Specification (OOS) Test Results for Pharmaceutical Production
- FDA21 CFR Part 11(official source, opens in a new tab)FDA rules for electronic records and electronic signatures
- FDA21 CFR Parts 600 to 680(official source, opens in a new tab)FDA standards for biological products, from licensing to lot release
- ICHICH Q7(official source, opens in a new tab)Good manufacturing practice for active pharmaceutical ingredients
- ICHICH Q9(R1)(official source, opens in a new tab)Quality risk management
- FDAFDA quality agreements guidance(official source, opens in a new tab)Contract Manufacturing Arrangements for Drugs: Quality Agreements
- FDADrug Supply Chain Security Act(official source, opens in a new tab)Product tracing, verification and serialization across the US drug supply chain
- EUEU Good Distribution Practice(official source, opens in a new tab)Guidelines on good distribution practice of medicinal products for human use
- FDA21 CFR Part 7(official source, opens in a new tab)FDA enforcement policy, including product recalls
- USPUSP–NF(official source, opens in a new tab)US Pharmacopeia general chapters and monographs, such as <61> bioburden, <85> endotoxin, <1225> validation
Company hiring pulse
Bristol Myers Squibb on Regulatory Jobs
- 59
- Open roles
- 59
- Distinct roles
- 11
- Locations
By discipline
- Quality40 68%
- Clinical11 19%
- Regulatory8 14%
By level
- Associate & Specialist18 31%
- Director15 25%
- Senior & Principal14 24%
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Associate II, Shop Floor Quality Assurance Cell Therapy at Bristol Myers Squibb
Applications close February 28. $74K–$89K a year, employer provided.