Group Leader, Parenteral Manufacturing

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PRINCIPAL OBJECTIVE OF POSITION:

The Parenteral Manufacturing Group Leader supports the Area Supervisor in coordinating and executing daily operational and administrative activities within the manufacturing processing and finishing areas. This role ensures alignment with production plans, quality standards, and compliance requirements by leveraging digital tools, real-time data, and cross-functional collaboration. The Group Leader plays a key role in maintaining adherence to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) regulations, and site-specific procedures. Through hands-on leadership and continuous improvement efforts, the role contributes to operational efficiency, team engagement, and the consistent delivery of high-quality products in accordance with BMS’s core values: accountability, integrity, urgency, passion, innovation, and inclusion.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Supports Daily Manufacturing Coordination

Assists the Area Supervisor in planning and executing daily manufacturing and finishing operations by:

• Reviewing shift personnel against capacity requirements to meet scheduled production plans.

• Coordinating equipment setup, line changeovers, cleaning procedures, and housekeeping compliance.

• Monitoring production flow to prevent process deviations and minimize downtime.

• Communicating equipment malfunctions and operational issues to Production and Maintenance teams.

• Providing daily updates on production status, performance metrics, and shift activities.

2. Ensures Documentation Accuracy and Compliance

Reviews and completes area documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery. Drafts and revises change controls, operational and safety SOPs, logbooks, and other compliance-related records in alignment with cGMP and data integrity standards.

3. Coordinates Training and Compliance Activities

Organizes and tracks area personnel participation in required regulatory training, including cGMP, EHS, and protocols. Supports readiness for internal and external audits by ensuring documentation and training records are up to date.

4. Executes Digital and Operational Transactions

Initiates and manages work orders, SAP transactions, and document revisions. Maintains inventory of operational supplies and ensures availability of materials to support uninterrupted production.

5. Provides Cross-Area Support and Compliance Oversight

Supports deviation investigations, the Annual Requalification Program, and the Environmental Monitoring Program by coordinating personnel and resources. Assists in manufacturing activities across other operational areas as needed.

6. Serves as Operational Backup

Performs as backup for Manufacturing Technicians and Senior Manufacturing Technicians, ensuring continuity of operations during absences or peak demand periods.

KNOWLEDGE/ EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:

Education

• Associate Degree in a technical field with a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, including at least five (5) years in parenteral operations.

• OR

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Engineering, or Business Administration with a minimum of seven (7) years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, including at least three (3) years in parenteral operations.

Technical Knowledge

• Strong understanding of aseptic processing, cGMP, and EHS practices.

• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, SOPs, and equipment manuals.

• Experience with automated systems and digital interfaces such as HMI, SCADA, and PLC-controlled equipment for setup, operation, and troubleshooting.

Leadership & Decision-Making

• Demonstrates accountability, initiative, and sound judgment in routine decision-making during manufacturing activities.

• Exhibits strong leadership characteristics and commitment to BMS Core Behaviors.

Communication & Collaboration

• Effective verbal and written communication skills in both Spanish and English.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and support a culture of inclusion and continuous improvement.

Flexibility & Availability

• Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and irregular hours as required by operational needs.

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Manati - PR - US: $25.26 - $30.61per hour


The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. 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 https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.
 

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include:

• Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.

• Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).

• Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.

​Work-life benefits include:

Paid Time Off

• US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)

• Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays

Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.

All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.

*Eligibility Disclosure: The summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.

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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

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.

Candidate Rights

BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.

If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information: https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/

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R1604149 : Group Leader, Parenteral Manufacturing