Christopher Basilonia
San Diego,CA
Summary
Experienced production leader knowledgeable about good manufacturing practices and regulatory requirements. Directs and motivates employees to accomplish challenging performance and quality objectives. Successful at keeping costs low and employee job satisfaction high while promoting safety and compliance.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Drug Product Management Group Lead
Ajinomoto Bio-Pharma Services
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Performed various manufacturing tasks under guidelines of established SOP's and cGMP regulations
- Wrote deviations, OOS, and any other investigations pertaining to group
- Worked with management to implement process improvements, trainings, new projects, and facility repairs
- Conducted troubleshooting of mechanical issues that arose with manufacturing equipment
- Scheduled manufacturing tasks under cGMP guidelines and with minimal supervision from manufacturing management
- Directed manufacturing associates, helping streamline processes and ensure oversight throughout operations
- Responsible for communicating issues or deviations in timely manner to client
- Troubleshot complex manufacturing processes under cGMP guidelines and under supervision of manufacturing supervisor
- Routinely implemented production and manufacturing procedures
- Accurately documented data and wrote/reviewed batch records under cGMP guidelines
- Responsible for routine maintenance of production equipment and production suites
- Researched and procured equipment for multiple manufacturing processes
- Initiated and wrote revisions to current GMP/SOP guidelines and reliably executed well-defined SOP's and manufacturing batch records
- Maintained regular and reliable attendance on full-time basis
- Exhibited professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflected positively on company and was consistent with company's policies and practices
- Embodied Aji Bio-Pharma's cultural values and aligned daily actions with department goals and company culture.
Production Supervisor
Mom's Meals | A Purfoods Company
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Drove productivity improvements through consistent Kaizens (Lean initiatives)
- Communicated goals and objectives to production team, ensuring alignment of team to company goals
- Directed standard work adherence and development throughout production team through daily audits
- Developed and implemented work schedules to assure effective and efficient operations
- Coordinated with inventory team to ensure all materials needs were met, eliminating line slowdowns related to materials
- Partnered with Food Safety team to ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, and General Manufacturing requirements
- Led production team quality improvement efforts
- Supported all Safety Team efforts to continuously improve practices and facilities
- Conducted performance appraisals, provided measurable feedback to assigned personnel, and made suggestions for improved performance, formulating and implementing employee corrective actions as needed.
Production Supervisor
Cue Health
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Oversaw and delegated to team of 10-30 machine operators and/or assemblers in one or multiple production cells
- Communicated job expectations by setting goals, planning, monitoring, and scheduling one-on-ones with direct reports
- Conducted performance management activities, including performance appraisals, monitoring performance by coaching and counseling, providing career guidance, and enforcing policies and procedures
- Ensured that operators were adequately trained on work instructions, equipment operation, and other assigned tasks
- Maintained a safe and clean work environment by educating personnel, implementing standards, and enforcing 6S and equipment guidelines
- Maintained and tracked efficiencies of the cells by meeting with the team daily, presenting KPI's, and communicating daily goals
- Kept the team engaged by listening, gathering their ideas, and implementing continuous improvement
- Assisted with delegation of routine maintenance, minor repairs, and troubleshooting to Automation technicians and Machine Operators
- Supported new equipment installation and validation, providing insight to technicians on protocol
- Ensured batch documentation was accurate and reviewed before submitting to QC
- Responsible for the overall quality of product output in each cell, working closely with QA to initiate CMR's, Deviations, and address audit observations
- Had experience with organization ERP business applications and inventory control
- Possessed knowledge of continuous improvement concepts such as Kaizen or other Lean systems
- Provided assistance with development/construction/debug of new equipment and performed additional tasks as necessary to achieve organizational goals and objectives.
Production Supervisor
HME
07.2019 - 05.2021
- Assisted and supported Manager/Director in various assigned tasks/projects
- Ensured that all staff were properly trained in assigned products, processes, and safety methods
- Monitored work for accuracy, quality, and conformance to specifications
- Led production meetings and participated in other meetings/committees as required
- Gathered information, analyzed pertinent data to identify positive and negative trends for production improvement, and initiated actions
- Immediately reported work-related problems to manager and HR as needed
- Planned and directed all assembly and test activities to meet quality and delivery performance goals
- Monitored flow of work, identified operations problems (i.e., tooling, manpower, documents), and potential personnel and/or production problems, acted upon them, and reported them to manager
- Trained unit personnel on methods and procedures used in production
- Conducted performance reviews and made salary recommendations
- Coordinated and resolved conflicts with other departments/areas as well as within department
- Followed and implemented Lean principles and maintained good housekeeping and safety standards
- Achieved results within established timelines, adjusting priorities appropriately and channeling information to all impacted individuals in timely manner when necessary.
Production Group Lead
HME
11.2018 - 07.2019
- Acted as liaison between management and team leaders on production floor
- Acted as team lead for different work centers when leaders were not present
- Ran daily shortage reports and updated production boards with a daily drop-in report
- Ensured new hires understood goals set by management, set them up with ESD equipment, staff introductions, and assigned expert operator for training
- Created weekly Kaizen Blitz Presentations to present during Gemba to discuss issues found on assembly line, or FPA / DOA failures
- Acted as representative for Clear Com for weekly PCA meeting to communicate findings of board failures for different work centers
- Reviewed Shortage Outlook report to make sure work centers were optimized for daily efficiency
- Ensured training documentation was up to date, submitted, and assisted supervisor with updating training matrix
- Overseas prototype and pilot run of new products in V-Panel and Configuration to ensure smooth assembly and testing, communicating findings to management and engineering during follow-up meetings to ensure issues were resolved before final build.
Education
High School Diploma -
Scripps Ranch High School
San Diego, CA06.2004
Skills
- Six Sigma
- Good Manufacturing Practices
- Standard Operating Procedure
- Team Leadership
- People Management
- Employee Coaching
- Continuous Improvement
- Verbal and written communication
- Critical Thinking
- Quality Management
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 50 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- Six Sigma Green Belt, Solar Turbines, 2014
- Baan (Enterprise Resource Planning System), Solar Turbines, 2013
- A3 Critical Thinking, HME, 2018
- People Centric Leadership, HME, 2018
- HME Emerging Leaders, HME, 2018
- Microsoft AX (Enterprise Resource Planning System), HME, 2018
Timeline
Drug Product Management Group Lead
Ajinomoto Bio-Pharma Services
05.2022 - 06.2023
Production Supervisor
Mom's Meals | A Purfoods Company
11.2021 - 05.2022
Production Supervisor
Cue Health
05.2021 - 09.2021
Production Supervisor
HME
07.2019 - 05.2021
Production Group Lead
HME
11.2018 - 07.2019
High School Diploma -
Scripps Ranch High School
- Six Sigma Green Belt, Solar Turbines, 2014
- Baan (Enterprise Resource Planning System), Solar Turbines, 2013
- A3 Critical Thinking, HME, 2018
- People Centric Leadership, HME, 2018
- HME Emerging Leaders, HME, 2018
- Microsoft AX (Enterprise Resource Planning System), HME, 2018
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