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(Quad 4, Thurs-Sat, alternating Wed 1500-0330)
Team Lead, Value Stream Cryo Operations provides tactical leadership to a team of Specialists supporting the cryopreservation, movement, storage, and control of patient materials used in manufacturing, as well as the operation and maintenance of liquid nitrogen storage systems at the CAR T manufacturing facility in Summit, NJ.
This role oversees cryopreservation and handling of Cell Therapy products across multiple production areas and shifts, ensuring consistent and compliant execution. Assures individual and group compliance with all applicable regulatory and corporate requirements, including FDA, DEA, DOT, ISBT, CTPAT, OSHA, VAWD, and cGMP standards. This includes oversight of training, documentation, standard operating procedures, and adherence to established policies.
Position fosters a culture of safety, compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement while supporting reliable execution of manufacturing operations.
Duties and Responsibilities
Accountable for execution of Cell Therapy production activities in compliance with cGMPs, SOPs, and work instructions
Drives a strong safety culture by reinforcing safe practices, promoting accountability, and participating in routine Gemba walks
Oversees production documentation, including batch record review (BRR) and exception-based EBR review, ensuring alignment with ALCOA+ principles
Ensures all documentation is accurate, complete, and resolved promptly when discrepancies are identified
Maintains hands-on expertise in cryopreservation operations, including daily processing, LN2 storage management, and inventory control
Oversees patient material handling, including cryopreservation, storage, distribution, transfer, and disposal, ensuring proper tracking and chain of custody
Provides leadership with timely updates on production status, resource availability, and task progression
Aligns team execution with site priorities and production schedules, including BioG commitments, to ensure on-time delivery
Tracks and reports performance metrics through Tier meetings and other site reporting mechanisms
Maintains and monitors Cryo Operations metrics to support performance and compliance
Ensures team training compliance by managing training completion, status visibility, and overall readiness
Partners with management to ensure adequate staffing and qualified personnel to support operations
Supports development of a high-performing team through coaching, feedback, and engagement with leadership and HR
Contributes to performance management by providing regular feedback and reinforcing behaviors aligned with BMS values
Supports deviation investigations by gathering relevant information, documenting events clearly, and assisting with timely closure
Participates in projects, change controls, and CAPAs to improve operational performance and maintain compliance
Builds strong cross-functional relationships and collaborates with stakeholders to drive process efficiencies
Demonstrates problem-solving skills with minimal supervision in a fast-paced, team-based environment
Acts as a change agent, promoting accountability, flexibility, and continuous improvement
Leads by example, reinforcing BMS values of Inclusion, Accountability, Innovation, Urgency, and Passion
Supports flexible operations aligned with business needs, including shift-based work, staggered hours, and overtime
Qualifications
Associate’s…