Darshan R. Patel
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PROFILE
Pharmaceutical industry experience in pharmacy (dispensing) and Tablet coating. Well versed in cGMP as it applies to pharmaceutical manufacturing operations and good documentation practices. Working knowledge of other equipment operations such as Blenders, Granulators and Tablet Presses. Ability to train newer associates on the coating operation and associated cleanings.
Also, Hotel and Tourism Management experience in hotel operations, extensive experience in customer service, and academic training in business operations, budgeting, and management.
EDUCATION
B.S. Hotel and Tourism Management Stockton University May. 2018
GPA: 3.75
Honors: Hospitality Honorary Society, University Dean’s List
A.A.S., Hotel & Foodservice Operation Management Middlesex County College Aug. 2016
Overall GPA: 3.01
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Bristol Myers Squibb Summit, NJ September 2021-present
Position: Batch Record Reviewer
Reviewed and signed off on executed batch records
Made sure that each step was done properly according to GMP procedures
Created the production of unexecuted batch records for operations
Identified any potential issues within the batch records
Notified my superior of any potential issues with in the batch records
Teva Pharmaceuticals Elizabeth, NJ December 2019-September 2021
Position: Manufacturing Associate
Setup and operated the coating machine for manufacturing of different pharmaceutical products
Reviewed batch records and associated forms for completeness and accuracy of previously completed manufacturing steps.
Verified weighed materials from pharmacy for accuracy prior to commencing coating steps
Performed coating operation and performed in-process weight controls, tablet quality attributes and notified superior of any issues.
Provides summary of events in case of issues during the coating process
Opened and closed out various batch records
Performed and initiated various cleanings (minor cleaning and major cleaning)
The Cheesecake Factory Freehold, NJ January 2019-November 2019
Host, Greeter, Runner, and Filler
Monitored open and closed dining sections
Checked guest waiting list
Created quote times
Booked Reservations
The Cheesecake Factory West Nyack, NY September 2018-January 2019
Host
Monitored open and closed dining sections
Checked guest waiting list
Booked Reservations
Stockton Seaview Hotel & Golf Club Galloway, NJ September 2017-December 2017
Oversaw all events
Managed staff to ensure they know their tasks for the day
Interacted with event planners for any special instructions
Prepared banquet rooms for events
Holiday Inn Princeton, NJ May 2017-August 2017
Front Desk intern
Checked guests in and out from hotel rooms
Handled cash payments
Managed cash drawer at beginning and end of each shift
CUSTOMER SERVICE EXPERIENCE
Store Employee Shoprite, Spotswood, NJ June 2014 – Aug. 2016
Online shopper at Shoprite from Home Department
Shopped downloaded customer orders
Promoted products on sale through food demos
Employee Papa John’s Pizza, North Brunswick, NJ May 2011 – June 2014
Line cook that prepared food orders as per request from walk in customers
Stocked depleted supplies and inventory
Assisted in store cleaning and closing when needed
Employee Dunkin Donuts, Jamesburg, NJ Sept. 2009 – May 2010
Sales Associate
Operated cash registers through food and drink orders
Ensured quality customer service
CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Trainer Teva Pharmaceuticals April. 2021
Mixology Certified National Bartenders School Woodbridge, NJ June. 2018
Training for Intervention Procedures (TIPS) Stockton University Nov. 2016
Hospitality Law American Hotel & Lodging Education Institute (AHLEI) Dec. 2015
Servsafe Food Protection Manager Certified Middlesex County College Dec. 2014