Manufacturing Human Resources

SANJAY SHUKLA

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Newark, DE-*****

647-***-****(Cell)

********@*****.***

To:

Human Resources,

Mylan Pharmaceuticals,

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I am writing to express my strong interest in employment as a Fluid Bed Supervisor. I am enclosing a complete resume outlining my education and professional qualifications for your review and consideration.

My credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Gujarat University and diploma in pharmaceutical Manufacturing technology from the Toronto Institute of Pharmaceutical Technology. This is further fortified with 15 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, in small volume injectables & eye drops, Solid dose mfg. & formulation development. I am thoroughly versed in a wide range of all manufacturing technologies such as Compounding,Compression,Coating,Pallet coating, Wet & Dry granulations within formulation development; As well as the review, and updating of SOD’s, SOP’s, and TM’s to ensure they remain current. I do understand the concept of time-sensitivity, and how to plan to avoid delays, and ensure that all tasks are on target as scheduled. I also manage the inventory for FD as per schedule on weekly basis. I do prepare monthly report for all materials used by FD every month. I also believe in providing positive feedback to my peers, and management, in an attempt to optimize certain processes, and maintain effective relationships across Apotex. I also fulfill all my responsibilities in accordance with all cGMP, and SWP, procedures and standards.

I would appreciate the opportunity to further discuss how I am able to continue to contribute to Apotex Incorporated through a personal interview.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,

Sanjay Shukla,

Enclosure

SANJAY SHUKLA

27 Winding Road,

Newark, DE-19702

647-***-****(Cell)

********@*****.***

PROFILE

• 5 years experience as production supervisor in sterile manufacturing and solid dosage forms.

• Proficient in troubleshooting and operation of machines used in sterile manufacturing

• Proficient in troubleshooting and operation of machines used in non – sterile manufacturing including Granulation, Compression, Encapsulation and Coating Technologies (Tablets) & Fluid Bed Coating.

• Expert in implementation and maintenance of manufacturing operations as per cGMP regulations

• Experience of writing SOPs, Work Instructions and Safety procedures.

• Extensive experience of doing pre-formulation & optimization trials. And also stability/submission batches.

• Bachelor Degree in Chemistry.

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technology Diploma from TIPT(Toronto)

• Working knowledge of MS office and SAP.

• Enthusiastic, self motivated with good interpersonal and communication skills, capable of being a team player and ability to solve problems.

EXPERIENCES

Group Leader Formulation Development 2006 - till date

Apotex Inc., Etobicoke

• Co-ordinate, assign and supervise all production activities to achieve goals and objectives set by the management.

• Develop systems and metrics to measure and evaluate both productivity and individual performance and contribution.

• Responsible for coaching, scheduling, and training of all staff. Troubleshooting and problem solving skills for issues that arise with equipment or material.

• Manage employee issues and attend to employee needs. Discuss disciplinary action with upper management and then responsible for giving the appropriate disciplinary actions.

• Expert in trouble shooting during the process of granulation and compression.

• Experience of performing encapsulation studies using different parameters given by the scientists and submit all the results for the review.

• Expert in Pellet Coating in FBD and Glatt.

• Expert in setting up Granulator, Tablet press, Coating pan, Encapsulator, Fluid Bed Dryer, Spray Dryer.

• I also do Inventory Management for FD.

Production Technician 2003 - 2006

Apotex Inc., North York

• Expert in Dispensing ; Granulation; Compression; Coating

• Extensive experience in sanitizing and setting the production machinery

• Expert in operating and troubleshooting of V-Blender, Mill and Sieve of Dispensing Area; Roller Compactor of Granulation

• Expert in operating and troubleshooting of Tablet Press and conduct In-process Tests such as friability, disintegration, hardness, weight variation and thickness

• Expert in operating and troubleshooting the process of coating

• Record and Maintain Production Module of SAP R/3

• Coordinate with Maintenance, IPQA, Facilities

• Adhere to Safety, Health and Environment Regulations

Production Supervisor 1993 – 2000

Finesse Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

• Provide results oriented leadership that drives continuous improvement consistent with the Operations Strategic Plan.

• Supervised 25 operators in sterile and solid dosage manufacturing.

• Scheduling the operators within the department to achieve the targets.

• Represented the departments in various operational committee meetings with top management.

• Trained staff and workers in SOP, relevant job functions and maintained records.

• Prepared and maintained SOP’s of the aseptic department.

Education

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technology Diploma

Toronto Institute of Pharmaceutical Technology, Toronto

Bachelor of Science with Chemistry, Gujarat University, India

References to be furnished on request.

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