VIPUL PATEL

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Crew Member

JD Edwards

CGMP

SAP

Manufacturing

Materials Handling

Assembly

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical experience

Forklift

Mechanic experience

FDA regulations

EDUCATION

Ashok industrial training institute Ahmedabad, Gujarat.

oHigh school diploma, June 1988

WORK EXPERIENCE

Floor & Decor - Danbury, CT

Assistant Department Manager

March 2022 – September 2023

Help customers on seals floor replaced new material when needed.

Run cash register and keep safety of customer and associates.

Ensure that team members are motivated, productive, and working effectively to meet department goals.

Monitor and manage inventory levels, ensuring that products or materials are adequately stocked and that there are no shortages or overages.

Coordinate with suppliers and the purchasing department as needed.

Edgewell Personal Care - Milford, CT

Manufacturing Operator

February 2019 – January 2022

Operate manufacturing machinery and equipment to produce goods.

Read and interpret schematics and blueprints required to ensure proper calibration of equipment.

Set up machines, monitoring their operation, and adjust settings as needed.

Make required adjustments as per SOP following FDA guidelines.

Inspect and test products at various stages of the production process to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.

Diagnose and troubleshoot issues with machinery, processes, or product quality.

Handle and transport raw materials, components, and finished products within the manufacturing area.

Perform routine maintenance tasks on manufacturing equipment.

Floor and Decor - Buford, GA

Warehouse Associate

July 2018 – January 2019

Sort and organize incoming inventory items, assigning them to designated storage locations within the warehouse.

Prepare shipping labels, packing slips, and other necessary shipping documents.

Load goods onto delivery trucks or arrange for courier pickups.

Ensure proper packaging and labelling for safe transport.

Inspect products for quality and report any damaged or defective items.

Use forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other equipment to move and transport materials or products within the warehouse.

Spirits and Such - Danbury, CT

Cashier/Sales Associate

March 2017 – June 2018

Handle returns, exchanges, and refunds according to company policies, ensuring customer satisfaction while following established procedures.

Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently, which includes ringing up purchases, handling cash, credit card transactions, and giving change.

Restock and organize merchandise on the sales floor to maintain a neat and well-organized appearance.

Kimberly-Clark Corporation - New Milford, CT

Manufacturing Operator

July 2016 – March 2017

Inspect and test products at various stages of the production process to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.

Perform routine maintenance tasks on manufacturing equipment, such as cleaning, lubricating, and making minor repairs.

Diagnose and troubleshoot issues with machinery, processes, or product quality.

Make adjustments or repairs as needed to minimize downtime.

Perform dry-end operation on Yankee dryer.

Responsible for trucking finished products using various forklifts.

Responsible for maintaining and cleaning the Yankee dryer.

Trained in safety laws and regulations as per OSHA requirements.

Defeo Manufacturing Inc. - Brookfield, CT

Material Handler/ Logistics

February 2016 – July 2016

Load and unload trucks, containers, and delivery vehicles, ensuring that materials are properly secured and organized.

Prepare shipping labels, packing slips, and other necessary shipping documents.

Operate material handling equipment safely and efficiently, conducting routine equipment inspections and reporting any malfunctions or maintenance needs.

Inspect materials for damage and defects.

Mannkind Corporation - Danbury, CT

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technician

May 2014 – March 2015

Performed leak test on overwrap.

Prepare and set up manufacturing equipment and machinery for production runs, including cleaning and sterilizing equipment to prevent contamination.

Assist in the packaging and labelling of pharmaceutical products, ensuring that they meet regulatory and labelling requirements.

Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on manufacturing equipment.

Operation of various manufacturing equipment to ensure good product quality and optimum performance.

Responsible for the accurate documentation and execution of BMR instructions.

Belimo Americas - Danbury, CT

Material Handler/Shipping

December 2010 – May 2014

Inspect products for defects or damage before packaging and shipping.

Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and conveyor systems to move products safely and efficiently.

Load products onto delivery trucks or containers for shipment, and ensure they are properly secured.

Unload incoming shipments and verify quantities and condition of goods.

Watson Pharmaceuticals Incorporation - Carmel, NY

Process Operator III

August 2004 – August 2009

Performed particle size and LOD testing analysis.

Make adjustments to equipment settings and control systems to optimize production processes, improve efficiency, and maintain product quality.

Responsible for the accurate documentation and execution of BMR instructions.

Operation of various manufacturing equipment to ensure good product quality and optimum performance.

Trained in handling of Controlled drug substance and procedures as per DEA guidelines.

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