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R O N A L D R E E D
Newark, DE 919-***-**** *********@*****.***
P R O F E S S I O N A L P R O F I L E
I am seeking an opportunity where I can demonstrate the many skills and experiences that I have obtained from working within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries that will challenge my knowledge and leadership abilities.
W O R K E X P E R I E N C E
GMP Operator II Boothwyn, PA 2023 – Present
Quotient Sciences
• Conducts weighing and manufacturing of GMP, R&D, and clinical batches.
• Ensures facility sanitization and equipment cleaning.
• Executes equipment staging, setup, operation, disassembly and cleaning.
• Performs verification and calibration of instruments.
• Trains and mentors new and current GMP associates.
• Applies mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to batch records.
Chemical Operator III Chester, PA 2023
Entegris, Inc.
• Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots high hazard chemical process equipment.
• Obtains project objectives and complies with regulatory standards by using Project Specifications document for downstream consumers.
• Conducts inspections for chemical absorbent, catalyst loading, proper chemical use, and process quality on a regular basis to ensure compliance and proper maintenance of equipment.
• Improves safety and environmental awareness in monthly crew meetings.
• Works with the operations team to continuously improve operations.
• Utilizes proven training methods to mentor process team and trains operators in best practices.
• Reheats liquid solvents to produce product to specific vendor qualifications.
• Ensures proper mixing and blending of chemicals by completely and accurately reading and filling out batch sheets, taking samples, and conducting periodic inspections of assigned equipment to regulate system pressures, temperatures, etc.
• Effectively and efficiently starts up, operates, maintains, and shuts down equipment per operating procedures to ensure process operates at desired production levels. Process equipment includes vessels, valves, pumps, condensers, heat exchangers, centrifuges, distillation column, and related controls and instrumentation.
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API MANUFACTURING ASSOCIATE II Clayton, NC 2020-2021 Novo Nordisk Pharmaceutical
• Led and trained other less experienced associates on working with hazards (waste, chemicals, electrical classifications) -- spill response, cranes, hoists and rigging, Lock-Out Tag-Out (LOTO), work permits (line break, hot work, confined spaced).
• Consistently demonstrated the ability to troubleshoot, identify problems, and provide solutions.
• Setup, operated, monitored, controlled, and trained less experienced personnel on highly automated processes and systems, and worked with support groups to resolve issues.
• Proven record of troubleshooting and assistance during equipment maintenance, including restoration of lost function, predictive and preventive maintenance.
• Reviewed and authored SOPs and other documents as required.
• Loaded and unloaded product from trucks, tankers and ISO containers as required.
• Maintained cleanroom and aseptic areas and performed environmental monitoring as required.
• Led root cause analysis sessions for safety incidents, accidents, and injuries that occurred within Fermentation department.
PAP Chemical Operator Level II Raleigh, NC 2005-2020 Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals
• Operated in a regulated environment and complies with all cGMPs and OSHA regulations applicable to manufacturing responsibilities.
• Operated and monitors centrifuges, dryers, filters, condensers, pumps, reaction vessels, decanters, crystallizers, evaporators, distillation columns, liquid-liquid extraction column, valves, and other miscellaneous equipment through manual operations, panel boards, indicators, PLC displays, and DCS screens.
• Participated in various employee involvement teams and committees, such as Area/Site Safety Teams, Kaizen events, and Cost Savings Teams to improve the workplace, increase efficiency, and improve productivity.
• Used work experience, policies and procedures to solve problems of moderate to high complexity.
• Demonstrated high level of process knowledge specifically around startup, shutdown, and troubleshooting activities.
• Trained and provided guidance to less experienced operators in routine aspects of the job.
• Displayed ability to walk down piping and equipment to prepare for LOTO and maintenance work.
• Assisted with permit writing as needed.
• Troubleshooted operation issues, quality issues, and safety issues and participates in root cause analysis.
Recovery Production Operator Level II Franklinton, NC 2002-2005 Novozymes North America, Inc.
• Operated process and utility equipment manually and via the plant’s computerized process control system (SAP) for the production of industrial enzymes.
• Adhered to cGMPs, safety, and compliance with all company rules and procedures.
• Unloaded and prepared bulk and bagged raw materials for the process, as well as operating forklift and hoist systems.
• Monitored processes, equipment, and products for optimal production performance. RMReed Page 3 of 4
• Took production samples to production laboratory for analysis and took action based on the obtained results.
Batcher Level II Morrisville, NC 2000-2001
Burt Bees
• Operated process equipment for use in making batches of lip sticks and glosses, skin, feet, hair products, and other products.
• Setup pumps, mills, hoses, fittings, homogenizers, mixers and other compounding equipment used for processing.
• Worked directly with Processing Engineers, Quality Assurance, and R&D to continuously improve BMPs, system processes, and assist in the formulation of products.
• Performed troubleshooting of mixing/processing issues and provided analysis to Processing Engineers, Quality Assurance, and R&D regarding batch issues/problems.
• Formulated pilot plant batches with the assistance of Process Engineering and trained employees once pilot plant batch was approved for full-scale production.
• Trained current and new employees on batching processes/procedures and new equipment as needed.
• Assisted in the setup/startup of all batching vessels and checked all controls for adherence to BMPs. Process Technician Level II Oxford, NC 1992-2000 Revlon, Inc.
• Prepared ingredients and set up equipment according to prescribed batch instructions to produce batches of makeup, anti-perspirants, deodorant, hair color and other products.
• Operated automatic and semi-automatic production machines in all phases of the manufacturing process.
• Produced quality products and adhered to safety policies and procedures to ensure cGMPs as required by FDA and other regulatory compliance agencies.
• Performed all Production Assistant (group leader) duties, accurately and with minimal supervision.
• Monitored processing operations and data and made adjustments to equipment, as needed to ensure a quality product.
• Operated a variety of equipment and machines, such as forklift, skidjack, circular vibratory screens, blender, boilers, chillers, dust collectors, scales, high pressure hoses, pumps, air compressors, air conditioners, dust collectors, flow meters and hand tools.
• Performed chemical and physical testing on in-process encapsulated products to determine adherence to prescribed specifications.
• Interpreted lab analysis as related to in-process batch quality. Central Weigh Process Technician Oxford, NC 1990-1991 Revlon, Inc.
• Weighed and mixed raw materials for use in making batches of makeup, anti-perspirants, deodorant, hair color and other products.
• Setup and operated equipment in the manufacturing of makeup, anti-perspirants, deodorant, hair color and other products.
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• Calculated batch yields using basic math processes.
• Worked as a team member to solve common production related problems.
• Ensured all documentation was completed accurately and neatly in order to ensure cGMPs as required by FDA and other regulatory compliance agencies. E D U C A T I O N & C E R T I F I C A T E S
BioWork Certificate Program Vance-Granville Community College Franklinton, NC 2003 High School Diploma Hillside High School Durham, NC 1981 J.F. Webb High School Oxford, NC 1978 – 1980
S K I L L S
• Troubleshooting
• Team Player
• cGMP
• Training
• Leadership
• Interviewer Skills
• Startup / Shutdown
• Reading P&IDs
• Permit Writing
• SAP Software
• Delta V System
• iFIX Software
• CIP System
• Forklift Certified
• DCS System
• Maximized Process
Efficiency
• HAZWOPER Trained
• Minimized Raw
Material
Consumption
• Reading Process
Trends
• Root Cause Analysis
• Lock-Out / Tag-out
A W A R D S & R E C O G N I T I O N
• Unanimously nominated as Fermentation Trident Award Novo Nordisk 2021
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