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Wilmington, North Carolina, United States

Northeast

Responsible for searching, vetting and establishing manufacturing business partners, assisted with establishment of new facility, managing developing MRO system as well as developing regulatory and compliance policy. Customer Service – established communications and procedures to improve patient visit and improve patient care outcomes. Served as point person for solving technical product issues including customer visits and troubleshooting product technical issues.

Wallingford, Ct

Responsible for all in-house production, contract manufacturing, product and equipment purchasing and machine engineering. Provided technical direction to the company ensuring that the company has the necessary technology to compete with the competition. Instrumental in the vision of the company and its ongoing operations. Managed a team of 25+ manufacturing associates, purchasing and production management personnel. Effectively implemented personnel training and process efficiency. ● Managed employees and hands-on operation of the company’s manufacturing function.● Ensured that, as the company grows, manufacturing capabilities meet or exceed all industry and customer requirements for cost, quality, and responsiveness.● Worked closely with CEO and COO on manufacturing plans, goals, and future product innovations.● Participated in FDA and Quality audits ● Played an active role in senior-level negotiations with client companies and manufacturing partners.● Developed and manage budgeting and budget execution with a focus on product costs and margins.● Directed all production control, production process development, quality systems, purchasing, and shipping/receiving activities.● Ensure US and International standards were met● Qualified and audited vendors and suppliers ● Partnered with sales team to meet scheduling timelines for product delivery.● Collaborated with engineering and R&D on current products and processes.● Maintained an active and cohesive relationship with quality.● Member of Leadership Team that grew business year over year in revenues and headcount during tenure.

Responsible for the timely receipt and processing of all blood samples, assignment of personnel and accuracy of testing performed.KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS● Implemented a production line, enabling faster, more accurate processing.● Created a time studied and accuracy tracking system allowing for personnel and management to have real time information on productivity.● Increased production and decreased overtime by working with personnel to better understand responsibilities and improve work environment.