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South San Francisco, California, Us

South San Francisco, California, Us

Menlo Park, California, Us

South San Francisco, California, Us

South San Francisco, California, Us

-Helped facilitate, improve, and streamline the manufacturing of synthetic gene production using an intimate knowledge of gene synthesis, cell biology, and manufacturing principles. -Collaborated with various support groups such as Automation, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, MES Support, Reagents Mfg, Warehouse, and Facilities in order to meet production goals and deadlines.-One of the primary drivers for launching scaled up prep of genes from soft launch to full launch. -Helped integrate electronic batch records to the process -Increased staff from 5 to 20 associates in under 2 months and established 24/7 production schedule -Managed 20 associates as their direct manager -Coordinated reagents requirements for production -Onboarded and scheduled training of new associates -Leveraged Analytics team to create group KPIs -Increased production 1000% (200 genes shipped during soft launch to 2400 genes shipped at present) in under 10 months -Oversaw lab transfer of the group to a new and larger space and coordinated the purchasing and placement of needed equipment for scaled up production-Developed and implemented various CPI intiatives such as: Reagent Kanban establishment, High Flow Rack replenishment-Performed UAT and created training modules for new tech transfer projects: Automated Miniprep and Adapter Off Workflow

South San Francisco, California, Us

Facilitated production of synthetic genes as the on the floor SME. Leveraged knowledge of gene synthesis and manufacturing principles to optimize throughput.-Documented issues via JIRA and troubleshot issues in real-time in collaboration with QC-Established a dynamic workflow environment to push productivity-Managed a group of 11 associates of various levels-Collaborated with other support groups to assist operations-Onboarded new associates and schedulded trianing

Waltham, Ma, Us

-Manufactured Oligonucleotides/Custom Primers for use in the biotech industry by following established protocols and SOP’s. Operated semi-automated and automated basic lab equipment.-Regularly evaluated non-routine test results and either failed the product or allowed it to continue through the production cycle.-Responsible for the coordination of all aspects of the Oligo/Assay manufacturing floor.-Responsible for inspecting products to verify conformance to final product specifications.-Adjusted priorities to meet production deliverables.-Recommended measures to improve production process methods and equipment performance while keeping quality of product in mind.-Suggested changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency in the manufacturing group.-Inspected materials for manufacturing operations.-Provided technical direction to manufacturing technicians/personnel.-Analyzed and resolved work problems and supported team in solving work problems.-Initiated, suggested and implemented strategies to motivate workers to achieve work goals.-Trained and developed training program for the group-Initiated changes, wrote, edited and developed new and existing protocols.-Ensured all documentation was completely filled out and accurate.-Worked with senior operations management to establish priorities and planned for projects and ongoing issues.-Worked with area supervisors, managers and other operations resources to address employee and process issues.-Interacted with regulatory agencies during internal and external audits.

Waltham, Ma, Us