Experienced Chemical Technician with a 33year record of success in API manufacturing. Strong knowledge of compliance requirements related to GMP API manufacturing. An excellent grasp of safety procedures and protocols in the manufacturing of pharmaceuticals.
Skills
Reporting and documentation
Personnel training
Technical support
Equipment sterilization
Troubleshooting
PPE use
Organizational skills
Work ethic
Multitasking
People skills
Reliable and trustworthy
Maintenance & Repair
Leadership
Problem resolution
Delta V operator
Tow Motor operator
Various API equipment operations
Hazardous Material Responder
Confined Space Rescue Ops
Experience
Chemical Technician II, 01/2012 to Current Alchemy Systems – Louisville, CO,
Trained staff members to implement and maintain approved and established process improvements in assigned functional areas.
Supported special projects upon request from department manager.
Worked manufacturing shifts in various capacities to understand and experience process issues and potential improvements firsthand.
Communicated with management, line workers, engineering and customers to understand process improvement areas and collaborate for solutions.
Responded to advanced issues with professional and relationship-focused approach.
Audited manufacturing activity after process improvement approval to determine adherence to processes.
Improved and optimized manufacturing processes by investigating problem areas and recommending solutions that streamlined production.
Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
Checked work areas to detect leaks and equipment malfunctions to promote safe operating conditions.
Operated various machinery and equipment, including forklifts to perform chemical drumming operations.
Added neutralizing agents to products and pumped products through filters to remove impurities.
Tested product samples for specific gravity, chemical characteristics, pH levels, concentrations and viscosities.
Operated fork trucks safely and reported process upsets, chemical releases and security events to appropriate departments.
Accurately entered data into batch ticketing system using DELTA V.
Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
Fire and Life Safety Specialist, 09/1999 to 01/2012 Wacker Chemie Ag – Chino, CA,
Inspected commercial and industrial buildings to identify hazardous conditions and fire code violations.
Located hazardous conditions and fire code violations in new and existing constructions.
Inspected buildings for overall safety and compliance with codes, reporting violations and monitoring corrective actions.
Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
Checked hoses and breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
Answered emergency situations quickly and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims and prevent escalation.
Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires with shovels and hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked operating condition of hydrants.
Inspected buildings for fire prevention and hazardous materials code violations or potential hazards.
Followed safety practices to protect all team members.
Maintained tools and fire vehicles, contributing to rapid response capability.
Demonstrated strong knowledge of industry equipment.
Kept station in peak working order by inspecting facilities, equipment and personnel.
Handled routine custodial maintenance of breathing, resuscitation and apparatus equipment.
Chemical Operator, 04/1988 to 09/1999 Pfizer – City, STATE,
Adhered to all safety procedures and protocols when using equipment and moving hazardous chemicals to prevent mishaps and accidents.
Checked work areas to detect leaks and equipment malfunctions to promote safe operating conditions.
Operated various machinery and equipment, including forklifts to perform chemical drumming operations.
Observed gauges, recording instruments and flowmeters to maintain specified conditions.
Tested product samples for specific gravity, chemical characteristics, pH levels, concentrations and viscosities.
Added neutralizing agents to products and pumped products through filters to remove impurities.
Operated fork trucks safely and reported process upsets, chemical releases and security events to appropriate departments.
Accurately entered data into batch ticketing system using batch records.
Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
Education and Training
High School Diploma: , Expected in 06/1986 Norwich Technical High School - Norwich, CT GPA:
: Firefighting, Expected in Connecticut Fire Academy - Windsor Locks, CT, GPA:
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