Charles D. Cobb

**** ******** ***** ***, ******, NC 27529

919-***-**** C

acy9cl@r.postjobfree.com

Summary of Qualifications

• Associate of Applied Science Bioprocessing Technology

• BioWork Certification

• 9 years working in regulated environment (USDA requirements/FDA regulations)

• 21 years manufacturing experience

• Ability to work fast-paced with strong mechanical skills

• WorkKeys Testing Completed – Career Readiness Certificate

• Waste Water Treatment Certifications I & II

Education

Johnston Community College, Smithfield, NC

Associate of Applied Science in Bioprocess Technology – May 2014

Johnston Community College, Smithfield, NC

BioWork Certification – August 2011

Wayne Community College, Goldsboro, NC

Welding, PLC, CNC Operation & Lathes

Wastewater Treatment I & II Certifications – June 2010

Work Experience

Sandoz- Novartis, Wilson, NC (Ascent) 02/2016 – Present

Sampling Technician I

• Responsible for sampling activities, excipients, colors, capsules, packaging components, active ingredient.

• Support in Environmental Monitoring Program performing sampling to non-product contact surface, product contact and Particle Count viable and non-viable.

• Perform label réconciliation and inspection.

• Collects, maintains, and ensures accuracy of measurements and qualities, making the required Labware LIMS entries and SAP transactions.

Merck, Durham, NC (Spectraforce 09/2014 – 07/2015

Bioprocess Technician Company Layoff – 07/2015)

• Followed strict Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and SOPs to complete

daily tasks Environmental Monitoring

• Used aseptic techniques to manipulate virus process

• Set up and broke down equipment following cGMP

• Supported and maintained equipment systems with knowledge of SAP, MES,

Kanbans, and PLC

Aero Tek, Raleigh, NC 02/2014 – 09/2014

Machine Operator (Dopaco)

• Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality

• Planned work to meet production and schedule requirements

• Started up and shut down processing equipment

Glaxo-Smith-Kline, Zebulon, NC 03/2013 – 07/2013

Packaging Operator (Randstad Staffing)

• Gowned-up in personal protective equipment (PPE) to work in sterile environment

• Performed test on packages to insure quality control is met

• Completed batch records and entered data

• Operated machines to complete filling and packaging process to meet

FDA requirements

(Started school full-time January 2010)

Uchiyama, Goldsboro, NC 07/2009 – 01/2010

Machine Operator

• Operated an injection molding machine

• Inspected gasket seals for defects

• Maintained records on machine operation and breakdowns

West Pharmaceuticals, Kinston, NC 12/2008 – 07/2009

Extruder Operator (Mega Force Staffing)

• Entered information into computer regarding production materials used and

scrap for the line

• Inspected rubber for defects in final product

• Changed over extruder lines to meet production needs

• Repaired machines to minimize down time and defects

Sumitomo Electric, RTP, NC 05/2005 – 07/2008

Extruder Technician

• Operated machine to produce electro fiber optic cables

• Inspected cables for defects to meet ISO 9001 requirements

• Ran various test to ensure the cable would work properly in the field

• Completed minor repairs to machines

Nomacorc, Zebulon, NC 09/2003 – 10/2007

Extruder Technician

• Operated machine to manufacture synthetic wine corks

• Inspected corks for defects and entered information into computer and maintained

records to meet ISO 9001 requirements

• Changed over extruder lines to meet production needs

• Made minor repairs to machines to minimized down time

Master Brand Cabinets, Kinston, NC 08/2002 – 09/2003

CNC Operator

• Operated a machine to manufacture kitchen cabinets

• Programmed machine to cut specific patterns in wood

• Inspected finished product to insure they met needs of customer

Berk-Tek, Fuquay-Varina, NC 06/1999 – 08/2002

Extruder Operator

• Operated machine to produce electro fiber optic

• Inspected cables for defects

• Ran various test to ensure cable would work properly in the field

• Performed minor maintenance on machines

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