Manufacturing Technician

Michael Cantarino

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Worcester, Ma ***05

Cell: 508-***-****

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Summary:

Manufacturing specialist with strong background in GMP processes

(biologics and device processes). Project oriented and committed

to tasks until completion. Experience in the use of automation

systems and MES. Trained on lean methodologies, open to learning

new systems and methods for process improvement.

Self-motivated and confident. Excellent team player and capable of

making sound decisions, if the situation requires. Very well

organized and able to meet deadlines. Team player, reliable and

detail oriented.

Fluent in English, Portuguese and Spanish.

Qualifications:

Performs duties in accordance with GMPs, SOPs and company policies

Handles multiple tasks and complete projects within specified

deadlines

Provides assistance to investigations and troubleshooting of

manufacturing process

Demonstrates the ability to work on assigned projects

independently with little supervision, as

well as in team settings

Experience revising EM data and trends, writing reports and

responding to alerts.

Safety group leader.

6S Leader for CSS3 (Buffer, Media, Dispensing)

Trained on the use of automation and control systems, and in

electronic batch records (MES).

Work History:

17May10 - 26Sep13, Manufacturing Technician II Lonza Biologics,

Hopkinton, MA

Suite 2:

Column packing and qualification

Chromatography column operation

Filtration and integrity testing

Buffer and media preparation

EM Monitoring with RCS, Climet and SMA

Bulk Fill qualified, BSC Operations

Centrifuge qualified

Tangential flow concentration and diafiltration

Analytical instrumentation and lab calculations

Table Top UF/DF

Pre and Post HETP

Sanitization of Columns and Skids

Delta V

Millipore Skid and UF/DF.

Central Services Suite:

Qualified to operate Delta V

Raw Materials weigh/dispense, record on Batch Record and Log Books

Daily Calibration of PH / conductivity meter, floor and table

scales

Buffer and Media Prep

Autoclave and Glass Washer operation

Inventory of all buffer and media, tracking consumption and scrap

amounts, expiration date. Provide this data to Manufacturing and

Material Management schedule coordinators.

Responsible for CIP, SIP Prep and hold tanks.

Jan 08 - Dec09, Manufacturing Tech / GTC

Biotherapeutics, Spencer, MA

Protein Purification, Buffer prep, UF/DF, HTST

Weigh and check raw materials to assure batches manufactured

contain proper reagents a

Experience with aseptic filtering and filter testing and pH

testing

Trained to work in clean room environment

Review and revise SOP to be consistent with procedure

Assist other departments with multiple task including facilities

and farm operation

As a safety group leader, responsible for the maintenance of a

Safety Tool Folder available to Manufacturing and multiple teams

across the company. Folder included information about materials

and tools used routinely in the manufacturing process.

Feb 07 - Jan 08, Manufacturing Tech / Genzyme Corp,

Framingham, MA

Responsible for peeling operation after drying of Seprafilm

(anti-adhesion barrier) manufactured by Genzyme Biosurgery

division. This involved peeling or separating product from the

casting board without damaging a very delicate product

Operated Die Cut machine, prepare and load films into the machine

Inspected half sheets and full sheets with special two colors

board that allow us to see or detect cracks, holes and foreign

materials

Operated Heat Sealer machine, prepared all settings and operated

to close packaging while insuring complete sealing and quality of

product

Identified safety issues and initiated corrective actions

Assisted in the preparation of batch records and SOPs

Familiar with pH adjust, pH test and conductivity test

? 2001 - Jan 08, HVAC Technician / ATC Mechanical

Services, Worcester, MA

Interacted with heavy equipment operators to ensure appropriate

placement of units

Experience with all types of furnaces, boilers, air conditioners

and roof top units

Supervised less experience specialists and manage teams to ensure

successful projects.

Education:

Quinsigamond Community College, GED.

Education classes in Refrigeration, Oil Burner Maintenance, and

Basic Refrigeration Certificate

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