ROBERT SANDERS

**** ***** ***** ******* **** Apt. 1504, Houston, TX. 77099

346-***-**** ad4c31@r.postjobfree.com

PROFILE

Seasoned manufacturing professional and United States Navy veteran with several medals of recognition with over 27 years of production and manufacturing experience, including 13 years of GMP experience. Results-oriented, reliable, loyal worker with the capability to achieve a high level of performance in an environment where teamwork is critical yet the ability to work independently is valued. Detailed-oriented, solution-focused, self-motivated, and exceptional documentation and problem-solving skills that have led teams to increased productivity and process improvements. Reputation as an exceptionally dedicated worker, team player, and one who consistently delivers on time and quality results. Consistently demonstrates responsiveness, flexibility, and a can-do attitude.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

VGXI Manufacturing Supervisor The Woodlands, TX August 2022 - December 2023

•Supervise manufacturing personnel through task assignment, delegation, and follow-up in production of plasmid DNA conforming to GMP guidelines

•Assist in scaling up processes to meet growing demands

•Write Standard operating procedures Execute validation protocols

•Prepare solutions and materials required for the process

•Follow batch records or SOPs to conduct cell banking, fermentation, and purification processes for plasmid DNA manufacture at research or GLP scale

•Conduct mini-prep, concentration, and gel analysis to in-process samples of research and cGMP productions

•Install, commission, and troubleshoot equipment as needed

•Responsible for documentation and maintenance of equipment, such as: documenting new equipment and equipment changes, changing temperature charts, conducting and documenting PM for certain equipment, etc.

Biogen Manufacturing Associate Ill Raleigh, NC May 2017 - August 2020

•Trained and skilled in all operational units as required to perform all required manufacturing functions

•Led operations and executed procedures, and validation protocols, and performed several manufacturing functions with minimal supervision

•Document, record, and review cGMP data and information (including any deviations) for processing steps and/or equipment activities

•Revised and created key documentation including batch records, SLRs, and equipment logbooks

•Trained new team members in bottling procedure to include roles and responsibilities

•Served as team lead as a dispensing performer, document performer, and document verifier

•Awarded "Exceptional Performer" in training team members for buffer preparation, sanitation, and bottling procedures during the second year of employment

•OSHA-certified and cross-trained in multiple manufacturing areas

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Fujifilm Diosynth Senior Technician Raleigh, NC Feb. 2007 - Dec. 2016

•Executed purification manufacturing processes in compliance with the company's batch records and SOPs as well as GMP regulations

•Performed changeover and cleaning procedures to ensure production requirements were met

•OSHA-certified and cross-trained in multiple manufacturing areas

•Routinely volunteered to assist in other areas as dictated by the business

•Interpreted and operated automated controls for manufacturing processes

•Trouble-shoot several equipment issues as needed

•Lead daily calibration of conductivity and pH meters used in manufacturing processes

•Executed sampling plans for Quality Control testing

•Documented and maintained instrument logbooks and cleaning records

Surtronics Inc. Supervisor Raleigh, NC 1993-2007

•Supervised eight customer-focused production areas that include twenty employees

•Performed Quality Control inspection of customer parts for compliance with the client's specifications

•Prepared electroplating solutions (Nickel and Tin) per client specifications and procedures

•Performed electroplating processes per procedures for various customer parts, primarily transistor parts

•Assisted with ISO 9000 readiness and implementation activities

•Troubleshooter for equipment, documentation discrepancies, and electroplating processes

•Selected as a Safety team member and employee trainer

•Performed electroplating processes for transistor parts in accordance with SOPs

•Adhered to all OSHA and company safety requirements

•Responsible for cleaning and maintenance of equipment

•Consistently exceeded weekly production goals

•Performed operation inspections and reviewed associated documentation

•Recognized by the customer and company for excellent quality performance

•Received an "Outstanding" rating on annual performance review during years of service

United States Navy ABF Airman 1989 -1993

•Reconciled military aircraft fuel and documented appropriately

•Trained team members on aircraft fueling procedures

•Performed routine, weekly inspections of the aircraft department to ensure the environment and facilities were without breach

•Deployed for Persian Gulf War and Western Pacific assignments

•Awarded the following medals of recognition: National Defense Service Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, and Good Conduct Medal

Justice Landscaping I Houston, TX 1986-1989

•Performed residential landscaping services

EDUCATION

Forest Brook High School, Diploma, Houston, TX 1986

Professional References

Available upon request

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