ALEXANDER DIFFLEY
Summary
Skilled cGMP manufacturing manager with a focus on enhancing processes and fostering team collaboration. Skilled in commercial bioprocess operations and technical documentation, driving efficiency, and safety compliance. Proven track record of fostering continuous improvement and deploying strategies to enhance workflow and quality assurance. Committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manufacturing Manager
Axitan
Comer, GA
03.2023 - Current
- Optimized production schedules to enhance workflow and minimize downtime
- Spearheaded process development initiatives to support product innovation.
- Enhanced workflow efficiency through effective production planning and scheduling.
- Implemented safety protocols and maintained a secure work environment.
- Coordinated equipment maintenance.
- Established quality control standards throughout manufacturing processes.
- Led process development initiatives and created new formulations to support product innovation and scalability.
- Implemented design improvements to eliminate contamination.
- Trained team members on equipment operation and maintenance procedures.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Established quality control standards throughout the manufacturing process.
Senior Bioprocessing Specialist
RWDC Industries
Watkinsville, GA
12.2018 - 12.2022
- Validated newly installed production lines for optimal performance.
- Collaborated with engineers to enhance system efficiency.
- Led daily fermentation activities for high-value microbial product manufacturing.
- Supervised and trained a 10-person team in commercial-scale production.
- Developed SOPs, batch records, and QA protocols to meet cGMP standards.
- Spearheaded safety culture and implemented real-time data acquisition systems.
- Commissioned new bioreactors while supporting HMI and control system development.
- Initiated root cause analysis and executed corrective actions to meet GMP standards.
Product Development Specialist
Affinity Energy & Health
Cumming, GA
12.2015 - 12.2018
- Increased DHA production via aerobic fermentation of marine microalgae.
- Eliminated contamination via targeted process redesigns.
- Designed and led the sanitary packaging process for products.
- Trained technicians, maintained compliance, and led USDA certification processes.
- Provided technical support during the production process to ensure quality control measures were met.
Scientist / Production Manager
Sapphire Energy
San Diego, CA
12.2007 - 12.2015
- Supervised upstream and downstream fermentation processes for microalgae in open ponds and bioreactors.
- Built and scaled R&D systems and processes for commercial biomass production.
- Developed SOPs, performed documentation reviews, and ensured compliance across departments.
- Reduced operational incidents through quarterly safety and EHS initiatives.
- Trained cross-functional teams and improved team performance through mentoring and evaluations.
Production Manager
Fuji Chemical
Maui, HI
12.2000 - 12.2007
- Managed a 15-person team producing food-grade astaxanthin using microalgae.
- Managed lab and field activities ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Led procurement, safety training, and performance evaluations.
Education
B.S. - Biology, Cum Laude
Southampton College
Skills
- Aseptic operations
- Bioreactor operations and troubleshooting
- GMP Compliance
- Process Optimization
- Team Leadership
- Technical Documentation
- Validation of commercial-scale production line
- GMP, HACCP, EHS, and safety compliance
- Root cause analysis
- SOP development
- Production planning
- Stakeholder engagement
- Interpersonal skills
Certification
- OSHA, DOT, Hazmat Safety
- Safe Start Instructor
- First Aid / CPR / AED Certified
- ECP, MOC, JSA, LOTO Trained
- Microsoft Office Suite & Database Proficiency
Timeline
Manufacturing Manager
Axitan
03.2023 - Current
Senior Bioprocessing Specialist
RWDC Industries
12.2018 - 12.2022
Product Development Specialist
Affinity Energy & Health
12.2015 - 12.2018
Scientist / Production Manager
Sapphire Energy
12.2007 - 12.2015
Production Manager
Fuji Chemical
12.2000 - 12.2007
B.S. - Biology, Cum Laude
Southampton College