Christian Rubio
Roselle Park,NJ
Summary
Manufacturing professional with 20+ years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, including previous supervisory experience and extensive hands-on leadership in cGMP-regulated environments. Experience in leading, training, and supporting production employees; coordinating daily manufacturing activities; troubleshooting equipment and process issues; and maintaining high standards for safety, quality, compliance, and productivity. Proven ability to work effectively with operators and management, adjust to changing production priorities, and provide calm, consistent leadership on the manufacturing floor.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
MANUFACTURING OPERATOR III
OHM Laboratories
New Brunswick, NJ
03.2021 - Current
- Lead, train, and support operators in daily manufacturing activities, providing hands-on guidance on equipment operation, safety procedures, cGMP requirements, and production processes.
- Serve as and experienced floor resource for operators by answering process questions, assisting with troubleshooting, and helping resolve production issues.
- Operate, clean, set up, and troubleshoot Bosch and MG2 Planeta encapsulators, Dino Mill, Dinex Mixer, and band-sealing equipment.
- Coordinate and support the execution of isotretinoin batches while maintaining safety, quality, cGMP compliance, and production timelines.
- Train new operators on equipment operation, safety protocols, manufacturing procedures, and proper work practices.
- Verify floor and balance scales are properly calibrated before batch execution,
- Monitor encapsulation processes, identify equipment of process abnormalities, and assist with corrective actions.
- Work closely with team members and management to communicate production status, priorities, and issues affecting workflow.
ENCAPSULATION SUPERVISOR
VITAQUEST International LLC
West Caldwell, NJ
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Supervised production personnel and daily activities within assigned manufacturing rooms to achieve safety, quality, cGMP, and throughput requirements.
- Coordinated employee assignments and redistribute workloads based on changing production priorities and schedules.
- Ensured operators followed established safety procedures, cGMP requirements, and manufacturing processes.
- Identified and communicated safety concerns and supported corrective actions to maintain a safe work environment.
- Improved production setup efficiency by developing and implementing more effective work methods.
- Allocated processed products and coordinated material movement using SAP.
MANUFACTURING LEAD TECHNICIAN
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries
Cranbury, NJ
08.2015 - 09.2019
- Executed R&D and exhibit batches according to formulation scientists' batch records and manufacturing requirements.
- Provided hands-on leadership and training to operators on equipment operation, production procedures, and cGMP expectations.
- Troubleshoot equipment and process issues and supported timely resolution of manufacturing problems.
- Verified floor and balance scales were properly calibrated before batch execution.
- Confirmed excipient were properly identified, labeled, and weighed before use.
- Operated, cleaned, and set up Glatt Fluid Bed, Bosch and MG2 Planeta encapsulators, Colette Gran Mixer, and band sealing equipment.
- Performed routine equipment maintenance to support reliable manufacturing operations.
MODIFIED RELEASE FACILITY CLASS A TECHNICIAN/Trainer
Actavis Pharmaceuticals
Elizabeth, NJ
09.2005 - 08.2015
- Operated, cleaned, and set up GPCG 200, 100, 60, 30 and 15 fluid beds using computerized SCADA and Post Hoist system.
- Trained newly hired and cross-trained operators on equipment operation, manufacturing procedures, safety, and cGMP requirements.
- Completed manufacturing documentation and production paperwork according to established procedures.
- Performed in-process checks and evaluated product quality during manufacturing operations.
- Operated supporting equipment including sifters, drum lifts, electric and manual jacks, 500-gallon mixing vessel, oscillators, process pumps, and blenders.
TRANSPORTATION/SUPPORT BATTALION
United States Army National Guard
Fort Murray, NJ
07.1999 - 10.2006
- Performed effectively in high-pressure environments requiring discipline, teamwork, accountability, and sound decision-making.
- Operated and maintained specialized military equipment.
- Provided professional and technical support to Army units by transporting and delivering ammunition, water, food and other essential supplies during training and deployment activities.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Union County College
06-2013
Automotive Mechanics Technology
Lincoln Technical Institute
Union, NJ09-1999
High School Diploma -
St. Theresas High School
Philippines01-1997
Skills
- Team Leadership & Employee Support
- Operator Training & Developmemt
- cGMP Compliance
- Safety & Quality Compliance
- Production Coordination
- Equipment Setup& Operation
- Troubleshooting & Problem Solving
- Manufacturing Documentation
- Process Improvement
- SAP
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Cross-Functional Communacation
Timeline
MANUFACTURING OPERATOR III
OHM Laboratories
03.2021 - Current
ENCAPSULATION SUPERVISOR
VITAQUEST International LLC
09.2019 - 01.2021
MANUFACTURING LEAD TECHNICIAN
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries
08.2015 - 09.2019
MODIFIED RELEASE FACILITY CLASS A TECHNICIAN/Trainer
Actavis Pharmaceuticals
09.2005 - 08.2015
TRANSPORTATION/SUPPORT BATTALION
United States Army National Guard
07.1999 - 10.2006
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Union County College
Automotive Mechanics Technology
Lincoln Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
St. Theresas High School
RECOGNITION
Employees Performance Recognition Award - 2017
Recognized for consistently delivering exceptional results and meeting production deadlines.