JOSEPH M. GIBSON

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Millington TN 38053

HOME: 901-***-**** CELL: 845-***-**** [pic]~ Senior-Level Bio-Process

Technician ~

Respected Bio-Process Technician with distinguished 25+ career leading bulk

production and manufacturing operations in pharmaceutical/bio-tech

environments. Possess strong field expertise in Automated Control Systems,

Autoclave Process Tanks, Centrifuges, Chromatography Columns, Sterility

Sampling, Vial Filling, Final Fill,Syringe and Welding, and

SAP/LIMS/LACES. Proven track record of interacting with cross-functional

professionals to achieve maximum motivation, collaboration and efficiency.

Exhibit dynamic follow-through, astute professionalism, and a stellar work

ethic. I have excellent organizational and time management skills, strong

decision making and creative problem solving skills. Ability to develop,

organizes, and manages multiple tasks self-motivated and able to work both

independently and within a team environment. In addition I am flexible with

the proven ability to prioritize and work to deadlines.

Selected Accomplishments

~ Valuable contributions include quality assurance, health/safety

compliance and aseptic production ~

~ Served on the committee, generating process improvements to cut cost,

reduce work time and improve efficiency ~

~ Recognized for maintaining an incident-free safety and decontamination

record ~

5S Methodology and LEAN Manufacturing trained.

Utilize Kaizen Action Sheets on a regular basis to suggest improvements to

existing processes.

Trained in regulatory safety and compliance: FDA, OSHA, cGMPs, SOPs, PMOs.

Served as department Safety representative

. Drove the development and implementation of an automatic system on

process equipment, reducing down time, increasing production and improving

safety. Spill containment training

On- the-Job-Trainer (EOJT) qualified to conduct Skill Block Checks.

~ Recipient of the APGAR Leadership Award and WYETH Pride Award ~

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Professional Experience

Paschall Tranportation Lines

2014 -

. OTR driving with CDL Class A license. Responsible for transporting

goods in a safe and timely manner according to Department of

Transportation's policy and procedures. Familiar with paperless logs

and logistics. Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group

of people, and proven leadership skills. Responsible for the upkeep

and maintenance of equipment.

Biotech Processing Operator 2 Pfizer, formerly Wyeth

2003-2011

. Entrusted to oversee the bulk production of Prevnar & Formulations

Intermediates, ensuring compliance with all environmental health and

safety standards.

. Worked as a team member of the production of Prevnar vaccine in

aseptic environment, including weight outs of raw material, buffer and

media solutions for production use.

. Utilized knowledge of Bioreactors, Centrifuges, Depth Filtration skids

& Tangential Flow Filtration systems, and Low-Pressure Liquid

Chromatography Systems in conducting up/downstream operations.

. Eliminated cross contamination through the implementation of closed

sampling systems.

. Responsible for operating Clean-in-Place/Steam-in-place systems,

documenting production activity, and creating process evaluation

reports.

. Applied knowledge as a technician mechanic setting up machines,

troubling shooting and repairing production equipment in a timely

manner.

. Assists other departments and shifts as needed.

. .Experience in cleaning validation, procedures, protocols, and

requirements

Biotech Processing 2 Pfizer, formerly Wyeth

1997-2003

. Oversaw the bulk production of Pnu-Imune vaccine, from creating bulk

batching and performing centrifugations to toxoid vaccines additions

alcohol for purification.

. Leveraged extensive knowledge of reactors, feeders, heat exchangers,

piping networks, hoses, pumps, valves, instruments, vessels, scales,

tanks, scrubbers, and meters in identifying production equipment

issues and troubleshooting problems.

. Prepared buffer solution for Polysaccharide production.

. Environmental and filter integrity testing

. Processed Pneumococcal Vaccine which included centrifugation, alcohol

addition, PH addition and PH monitoring.

. Prepared 50/100 liter drums needed for the process of Pneumococcal

Vaccine.

Chemical Processing Operator 2 PFIZER, FORMERLY WYETH

1988-1997

. Spearheaded bulk life-cycle production operations of a Minocycline

antibiotic, encompassing reaction, filtration, pressing, and final

packaging.

. Operated 52" and 32" plate Hydraulic filter press.

. Operated 52" and 32" plate Hydraulic filter press.

. Operated vacuum rotary drum filtration system.

. Operated Fluid air dryer

. Performed PH addition and monitoring.

. Performed hydrogen and nitrogen reductions in glass coat reactors.

Supplier PFIZER, FORMERLY WYETH

1986-1988

. Responsible for the warehouse, inventory and the supplies of the

production lines.

. Responsible for storing and monitoring product in a controlled chill

room environment.

. Responsible for restocking all production areas.

[pic]Professional Education & Certifications

NYACK COLLEGE

Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management Estimated Graduation Date

May 2014

IONA COLLEGE OF NEW ROCHELLE

Coursework in International Business

LINCOLN TECHNICAL INSTITUTE

Diploma in Automotive Technology

Certified as a Xacta Filter Tester . Aseptic Gown Certified

Roadmasters Truck Driving School

CDL Class A License

JOSEPH M. GIBSON

3902 CHARLES BARTLETT RD

MILLINGTON TN 38053

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To whom it may concern

I am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a bio-tech

capacity and am submitting my resume for your review. In advance, thank

you for your time and consideration.

As demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional

pharmaceutical/bio-tech environments qualifications include experience in

bulk production and manufacturing operations. I am driven, independently

motivated, and results-oriented. I enjoy a challenge and work hard to

achieve success. My dynamic communication, organization, leadership, and

relationship management skills have proven instrumental in my ability to

consistently exceed production standards. To complement this background, I

offer an incident-free safety and decontamination record.

As an employee, you will find me to be a driven team player committed to

supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance.

I am confident that I could be a valuable asset to your company, and look

forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

Sincerely,

Joseph M. Gibson

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