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The Computer Systems Validation (CSV) Manager supports the successful implementation of manufacturing and laboratory equipment and computerized systems at multi-use sites through interaction with internal customers and external service providers. The incumbent in this role, contributes to the completion of milestones associated with equipment qualification and systems validation. With minimum supervision and given general instructions, this individual carries out routine tasks and

functions, and uses basic analytical skills to recognize and solve common problems of limited scope. As a developing team player, the incumbent interacts with their immediate supervisor and personnel within their own work group to achieve team goals while building trust and collaborative relationships outside the immediate organization.

Shift Available:

• Monday- Friday, Hybrid Day Shift, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Responsibilities:

• Supports equipment qualification and validation activities.

• Investigate and resolve Deviations, CAPA investigations and other potential issues.

• Configure and document the configuration of computerized systems to meet the requirements of CFR21 Part 11.

• Supports the execution of equipment qualifications and validation protocols.

• Supervises vendors for qualification functions.

• Completes all qualification and validation documentation with accuracy, completeness, and compliance to Celgene standards.

• Independent ownership of all lifecycle deliverables in the Qualification of equipment and full CSV for single and multi-user Computerized Systems.

• Develops validation/qualification deliverables such as Validation Plans, Requirements Specifications, Validation Protocols, Traceability Matrices, Summary Reports, Change Controls. Initiates, manages, and leads projects of moderate scope and complexity within their functional area.

• Supervise and direct other team members to ensure completion of objectives.

• Manages projects of varying scope and complexity.

• Maintains a positive relationship with all team members and site customers while promoting a positive learning, team environment.

• Author quality procedures and training documents.

• Deliver training on procedures and best practice to an audience that may include departmental personnel and business partners.

• Innovate, research and develop tools and solutions to provide more efficient and compliant solutions for department use and deployment.

• Supports laboratory and manufacturing equipment implementation projects including scheduling, procurement, site prep, installation, qualification, and turn over to business area.

• Support growing standardization efforts in the review and approval of Validation Deliverables. Promotes and provides excellent customer service and support.

• Provides excellent customer service and support.

• Regularly reviews, prioritizes, and promptly responds to customer equipment qualification and support requests.

• Provides technical support and guidance on Validation, Quality Process, and equipment qualification issues. Interfaces with customers to ensure all expectations are being met.

• Ensure equipment, facilities and programs are maintained in compliance.

• Act as departmental lead and SME in both internal and regulatory audits

Knowledge & Skills:

• Excellent understanding of cGXP requirements and good documentation practices relating to systems, equipment, and instrumentation within the pharmaceutical industry.

• Strong working knowledge of ISPE guidance and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance.

• Strong working knowledge of SDLC principles and standards.

• Ability to work with the end user to identify and document User and Functional Requirements.

• Knowledge of pharmaceutical laboratory and manufacturing systems.

• Experience executing equipment qualification documents.

• Ability to interact effectively with manufacturing, laboratory, QA, and Facilities groups.

• Strong working knowledge of MS Windows client and server technologies.

• Strong ability to organize assigned tasks in a high paced environment and concurrently monitor tasks / assignments with others that may impact timely completion.

• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and activities simultaneously.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills along solid presentation skills.

• Proficient at writing well-formulated emails and reports.

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions, read and interpret engineering manuals/drawings relevant to the assigned task.

• Ability to effectively communicate with employees, contractors, and vendors.

• Experience with technical writing and document development / generation.

• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite- Word, Excel, Visio and Outlook, and the ability to learn new software as required for equipment qualification.

Basic Requirements:

• BS degree or equivalent experience.

• 7 years of experience in pharmaceutical cGMP environment.

• 5 years of hands-on Computer Systems Validation experience.

• 3 years of experience with configuring software systems.

• 3 years of project management experience.

Working Conditions:

• Occasional stooping, bending, stretching, pushing, pulling, reaching and/or lifting up to 25lbs.

• Ability to sit, stand, walk and move within workspace for extended periods.

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks including hand to finger manipulations, grasping, pushing, and pulling.

• Primarily an office environment. Will be required to enter laboratory or GMP process areas donning proper gowning / lab coats or PPE such as safety glasses and shoes.

• Ability to work safely and effectively when working alone or working with others.

The starting compensation for this job is a range from $106,630 to $129,200 plus incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility).

The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills and where the job is performed.

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 our BMS Careers Site.

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect and may include the following: Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care. Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP). Financial well-being resources and a 401(K). Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support. Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown days between Christmas and New Year's holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility. Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave. Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility/infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources. Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.

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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.

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