Michael J. Arena
*** *** ******* **, ******* NY. 10918
Cell: (845) 325 - 6110• *****.****@*****.*** • www.linkedin.com/in/Michael-J-Arena
Objective
In search of a stimulating and fulfilling position as a Biomedical Engineering Trainee.
Education
Western New England University 9/2012-5/2016
B.S. – Biomedical Engineering
Specialized degree for cell & tissue engineering,
Monroe-Woodbury High School, Central Valley, NY 2008-2012
Diploma
Certificates
Six Sigma Global Institute 8/2017
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Biopharma Institute, Paramus, NJ 4/2017
Good Manufacturing Practices
Biopharma Institute, Paramus, NJ 5/2017
Good Laboratory Practices
Qualifications
Good understanding of: MATLAB • SolidWorks • LabVIEW • Minitab •Instron Machines
Good understanding of cell culture, purification, pipetting technique, and aseptic processing or lab technique
Knowledge of cGMP/FDA regulated industry
Background includes an understanding of biology, chemistry and familiar with clinical practices
Technical writing capability
Proficient in MS Office applications
Work Experience
Stryker Orthopedics, Mahwah, NJ 5/2017-5/2018
Machine Operator I (Contract position)
Operated, maintained, and could perform minor repair on five different CNC Mills
Aided in the production of seven product lines and adhered to schedule
Used precision measuring equipment to ensure components meet engineering specifications with tolerance ranges of 0.001in
Complied with documentation and record keeping procedures, following GMP and FDA regulations
Bioprinter, 9/2015-6/2016
Design project
Designed and implemented 3-dimensional printing application for simple tissue constructs
Assumed ownership for project when prior team was unable to take it to next level of develop, requiring me to redesign project scope for continued development
Collaborated with electrical and mechanical engineering faculty
Presented project to American Society for Engineering Education
Affiliations
BMES Member 6/2018-Current