Material Handler

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The Material Handler supports material needs/requirements for CAR-T production per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in controlled and/or classified environments under the supervision of Warehousing Operations Management. Material Handlers must adhere to regulatory requirements while performing job functions. Job duties are performed within a team according to an assigned, production shift schedule. Communication and reporting of production deviations and assistance with quality investigations are required, as applicable.

 

Shift Available:

• Wednesday-Saturday, Onsite Day Shift, 6:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.

 

Responsibilities:

• Performs inventory control: cycle counts, material stocking and replenishment, scrapping, at a minimum.
• Support material expiry, segregation, allocation, and maintains material condition requirements.
• Quantifies and maintains materials in production dispensary.
• Support timing of replenishment needs according to the production schedule to ensure on-time logistics.
• Records material handling data and information in a clear, concise, format according to proper GDPs.
• Performs inspection and receipt of incoming raw materials and components in coordination with defined specifications and in collaboration with Incoming Quality Control.
• Prioritize kit production and verification based on demand from the production schedule to ensure on-time logistics in support of manufacturing operations.
• Perform material transactions using ERP system to systematically capture material movements and run inventory / transactional reports.
• Provide material cleaning, kit production, and kit verification support in CNC and Iso 8 Grade C environments.
• Support room / equipment cleaning using powered air-purifying respirators (PAPR certified).
• Report safety incidents, near miss, good catches at time of occurrence.
• Support and conduct daily safety area inspections and walkthroughs.
• Works in a team based, cross-functional environment to complete warehousing tasks required by shift schedule.
• Must be able to work in an environment with blood derived components.
• Other duties may be assigned, as necessary.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.
• No direct reports will be assigned to this job role.
• Available to work OT when business requires.
• Willing to work staggered day shift hours.

 

Knowledge & Skills:

• Able to lift up to 60 lbs at knee/waist height and 30 lbs to shoulder height using proper body mechanics; push/pull materials requiring up to 60 lbs of force. 
• Able to operate material‑handling equipment (manual and powered pallet jacks, forklifts, pallet exchangers, stretch wrappers and department vehicles for intra-site material delivery) per training and authorization. 
• Able to perform repetitive tasks, prolonged standing, bending, and reaching. 
• Able to safely handle chemical disinfectants, flammable materials, and hazardous chemicals. 
• Able to handle dry ice and frozen materials, access ultra‑low freezers (‑80°C) and work in a cold‑room environments (2–8°C). 
• Ability to independently don, doff, and wear required PPE during work shift including sterile scrubs, gloves, safety shoes, and safety glasses (kitting/dispensary) or safety shoes and cut‑resistant gloves (non‑kitting).
• Ability to use step stools to reach and handle materials.
• Must have the ability to work around laboratories and controlled, enclosed, restricted areas.
• Cleanroom garments and personal protective equipment are required in designated areas which cover head, parts of the face, core body, and legs/feet.
• Makeup, gum, nail polish, or other potential microbial sources are prohibited in restricted areas.
• Clean room environment is an enclosed, restricted space, with assigned pressure and temperature conditions. Reagents, chemicals, and exposure to sanitization agents are expected.
• Designated areas may prohibit food, any outside materials such as cell phones, tablets, at a minimum.
• Physical dexterity sufficient to use computers, handheld devices and documentation.
• Sufficient vision and hearing capability to work in job environment.
• Knowledge of cGMP/FDA regulated industry.
• Knowledge of ERP EWM Systems.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• General understanding of cGMPs.
• Technical writing capability.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Inventory control and/or management.

 

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree
• OR Associate/ Medical Technical degree and 1-2 years of Manufacturing or Operations experience.
• OR High School diploma/GED and 2-4 years of Manufacturing or Operations experience.

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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.

Benefits:

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

How We Work

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.

Supporting People with Disabilities

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.

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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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