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Bristol Myers Squibb Ireland
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 state‑of‑the‑art 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 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.
BMS Cruiserath has been awarded Biopharma Company of the Year 2019 in the Irish Pharma Industry Awards and is certified as a Great Place to Work since 2017, including as a Great Place to Work for Women in 2020 and 2021.
For more information about Bristol Myers Squibb, visit us at BMS.com/ie
Position Summary
BMS Cruiserath Biologics is hiring a permanent Scientist/Engineer (Visual Inspection) for its new Sterile Drug Product Manufacturing Facility. Reporting to the Associate Director, you will serve as the Technical SME for the Visual Inspection process and related equipment. As part of a multi‑functional team, you will ensure successful delivery of the project and oversee all technical aspects. After project completion, you will support ongoing operations on site and act as a global SME within the company.
Key Responsibilities
Technical guidance for a new Vial (Liquid/Lyo) / Combi Visual Inspection and bulk packaging process area from design to successful PPQ of products within the facility, and thereafter support routine production within the facility.
Ensure that start‑up project scope and timelines meet the user requirements and work with the project & CQV team to facilitate delivery, validation and safe operation of the Visual Inspection equipment / processes.
Act as Visual Inspection SME in support of internal and external audits and interface.
Provide in‑depth knowledge of Visual Inspection process operations and equipment to support Manufacturing, Quality, Automation, Validation, and EHS for quality deviation investigation, change controls and CAPAs.
Serve as Technical SME for the Visual Inspection process & equipment, interface with Global AVI team and be accountable for changes to ensure continued compliance of the manufacturing equipment. Develop and manage projects arising from changes and to improve equipment uptime. Generate scope and budget requirement for any equipment/automation improvements, modifications or projects.
Ensure all systems are in compliance with all regulatory requirements including Quality (cGDP/GMPs), EHS, Global Engineering, design & construction directives, requirements & procedures, as well as local regulatory requirements.
Support Technical Transfers and New Product Introduction. As part of a cross‑functional project team, provide key Process/Equipment SME input during design stage and engineering support as required during execution of NPI campaigns.
Qualifications & Experience
Strong technical knowledge of Sterile Drug Product manufacturing both from a process and equipment perspective, specifically in the areas of Visual Inspection and associated equipment.
Experience with design of visual inspection processes including defect classification, particle control, Knapp execution and MVI qualification is desired.
Knowledgeable on current industry practices and regulatory requirements within the Sterile Drug Product manufacturing area.
Familiar with start‑up of new Sterile Drug Product manufacturing facility from initial design through to the final qualification of the equipment and process.
First‑hand experience of qualification and validation of Sterile Drug Product manufacturing equipment and/or processes, specifically in Visual Inspection / CCIT and associated equipment.
Hold a Bachelor/master's in engineering or science‑related discipline. A minimum of 5 years' experience within Sterile Drug Product Manufacturing is essential.
Understanding and experience of the principles of Annex 1/USP 1790/USP 790 and how they translate into visual inspection strategy for vial and syringe operations.
Demonstrated ability to influence work cross‑functionally in a matrix environment during start‑up and into commercial manufacture.
Experience with qualification and validation of new equipment is essential, as well as experience interacting with regulatory agencies.
Experience with ANSI sampling plans and inspection data trending is desirable.
Previous experience with a biologics start‑up in a large‑scale drug substance facility and a good understanding of systems such as MES & SAP is desired.
Demonstrated proficiency in communicating and collaborating at a variety of levels, coupled with excellent organization and planning skills.
Problem‑solving and project management ability, as well as lean manufacturing experience is essential.
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, but not limited to, an annual bonus, pension contribution, family health insurance, 27 days annual leave, on‑site gym access and life assurance.
On‑site Protocol
BMS has an 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.
Supporting People With Disabilities
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R1599865 : Scientist / Engineer (Visual Inspection), Sterile Drug Product Manufacturing, Science & Technology
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