Operator High School

CAROLINE BABCOCK

* ***** *****, ***** *****, NY *0980 H: 845-***-**** *********@***.*** C: 845-***-**** PACKAGING OPERATOR

Packaging Operator with experience in the pharmaceutical industry and expertise in blister and bottle equipment. A skilled employee who focuses on improving the quality of the team by driving team-based initiatives and continually demonstrates leadership in the packaging area. A responsible and trustworthy individual with excellent written and oral communication skills, supported by technical competence. Detail oriented, with a forward thinking ability. Able to work independently and be flexible to business needs. Understands and adheres to all SOPs,, cGMPs, FDA, safety and other regulatory requirements. Able to comfortably utilize automated systems as required (e.g., MES, SAP).

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Novartis Pharmaceuticals, Suffern, New York 1991 – Present Packaging Operator, Level 3

Participate within a high performing work team to maintain the effectiveness of key pharmaceutical equipment through various stages of the packaging process. Equipment effectiveness applies to all stages of equipment operation, including operation, cleaning, assembly, adjustment, and maintenance of Blister and Bottle packaging lines.

Troubleshoots equipment failures and performs routine maintenance. Recognized as an SME (Subject Matter Expert) and conducts training for new and temporary employees. Selected to go to manufacturer location (out of state) to conduct “Factory approved testing” on new packaging equipment. Acts as a peer adviser as needed – is the ‘go to’ person for problems on the line. Communicate effectively and efficiently among peers groups and support staff during shift changes; submits shift report to management at conclusion of shift. Packaging Quality Control Inspector: Specially trained to pull samples from line for quality inspections and to document the findings. Once this became part of everyone’s job, verified the work and documentation of team members. Certified Inspector on packaging equipment and line clearances. Review completed packaging batch records and perform ‘second checks’ for batch records. Perform, and understand significance of, various in-process tests designed to monitor and control the process of the various equipment used.

EDUCATION

Rockland Community College Suffern, New York - some coursework

High School Diploma, Rosary Academy Sparkill, New York