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~Cory Bartlett~Quality Specialist~ Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt

~Cory Bartlett~Quality Specialist~ Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt

Manager, Operational Excellence and Quality Assurancce
3 Cross Street Jaffrey,NH

Summary

  • ~Lean Six Sigma~Quality Compliance~Leadership~Team Building~Process Improvement Expertise

1.) Merck Pharmaceuticals, Jaffrey NH~Lean Six Sigma Black Belt-QC Associate

2.) DuPont Pharmaceuticals, Billerica MA~Microbiology Associate Scientist

3.) Bayer Pharmaceuticals, Fitchburg MA~Quality Control/Quality Assurance

~Completed 40 Lean Six Sigma Projects with total ROI exceeding $100 Million, including a Process Capability Study on Viresolve Pro, saving over a $1,000,000 on each batch.

~Trained in teaching complete DMAIC methodology including LEAN to include a full day and half day agenda.

~Played a key role in implementing the Total QMS at Merck in the Membrane Analytical Laboratory in 2022, working with five different shifts

~Trained and Experienced in External Manufacturing as well as API/Drug Substance (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient) to include Cardiolite and Aspirin.

~Trained and Experienced in Small Molecule Production and Manufacturing as well as Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) with DuPont Pharmaceuticals

~Highly trained, with over 30 years of experience, in all aspects of cGMP, cGDP and cGLP

~Applied Quality Control Tools and Techniques, Six Sigma and Lean framework at Dupont and Merck

~Proven Time Tested Team building experience, promoting daily, a Culture of Quality and Continuous Improvement, motivating, mentoring and managing team members using process and performance metrics to drive change and continuously grow each and every day.

~Strong knowledge base in Project Management, both waterfall and agile, with an applicable understanding of corporate alignment and strategic planning.

~Deployed Project Charters at both Dupont Pharmaceuticals and Merck using standard deployment technique-Performance, Cost and Time, reducing variation, defects and money ($294,000 Projected for 2023)

~Skilled, refined and battle tested in creating a Culture of Quality, Value-Added, Voice of the Customer, Right the first time working environment with 29 years of experience.

~Skilled in Value Stream Mapping, Process Mapping and Standardizing Procedural and Process improvements with proven track record at Merck, DuPont and Bayer Pharmaceuticals

~Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, communicating with both internal and external customers as well as upper management

~Would interface with multiple functional areas and staff members on a daily basis, serving as the Voice of The Customer (VOC), Quality Control SME, Project Manager and the Continuous Improvement Specialist.

~Reported monthly and quarterly Quality Control metrics to Director of Corporate Quality Operations

~Initiated and verified Change Control documentation to include TrackWise for Deviations, investigations and CAPA

~Used Excel, MiniTab, Smartsheets, Power BI and Microsoft Projects to manage and oversee all Quality records and various performance metrics for accuracy and compliance at Merck in 2021 and 2022

~As the Continuous Improvement/Lean Six Sigma Black Belt regularly met with Customers to discuss possible changes, metrics of concern, projects or any deviations, CAPA, investigations or other relevant issues

~Cross Functionally facilitated all Quality Control Project Meetings as well as Process Improvement meetings in 2022 and 2023 as the Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.

~An empathetic and experienced agent of change, equipped to generate value and customer satisfaction in any process.

~A dedicated Leader with a foundational gift to listen and relate on a personal level.

~A Detail oriented self starter with strong organizational skills

~Ability to handle multiple issues cross functionally with a high degree of accuracy (problems, projects, personnel, equipment, etc.)

~Supported department leaders in Lean deployment and implementation, problem solving methodology and change management-very analytical and data driven

~Partner with Functional leadership to help orientation and training regarding policies, regulations, procedure, clinical record structure and documentation standards applicable for pre-clinical and clinical GXP activities.

~Direct and facilitate strong cross-functional communication by building working relationships across the organization.

~Directed growing Quality department programs by serving as the Key Subject Matter Expert and implementing fit for purpose standardized processes.

~Oversaw and drove a Culture of achievement and accountability with DuPont and Merck.

~Oversaw collaborations with finance, functional heads and team representatives to develop and manage program budgets and scenario planning at DuPont.

~Cross-functional support for all relevant Quality GXP activities in adherence to applicable regulations (FDA, EU, etc.) and standards (ICH, ISO).

~Oversaw development and maintenance of Quality documentation, coordinated document development, assuring proper reviews, approvals and training programs.

~Developed, tracked and routinely published Key Quality System metrics and data at both DuPont and Merck.

~Directed Continuous improvement of Quality Systems to assure quality and adherence with GMP and inspection readiness.

~Directed and supervised employees to ensure daily performance was appropriate to department and organizational goals and objectives.

~Created assignments for employees in an efficient and equitable manner to achieve quality performance and align with company and department goals and objectives.

~Provided instructions, explanations and performance evaluations

~Directed and advised employees of performance requirements and review work status progress for individual and group basis.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certificates

Work History

Quality Control Associate/LSSBB Project Manager

Merck/Millipore Sigma
Jaffrey, NH
03.2020 - 08.2023
  • Determined root cause of deviations and non-conforming results (OOS and Re-Assays) and implemented appropriate corrective and preventive action, 30% OOS Reduction Goal for 2023.
  • Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to internal and external customers through Monthly and Quarterly meetings.
  • Facilitated cross functional shift meetings to improve Laboratory processes, reduce variation, improve feedback and create team action plans.
  • Analyzed team/shift performance Metrics to identify areas of improvement, intervention or mentoring moments.
  • Closely Managed projects progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed through VOC
  • Developed and implemented project plans and budgets on schedule
  • Manage and oversaw Quality records for accuracy and compliance
  • Act as liaison between customers and Quality related items-Change Control, Deviations, CAPA, Data review
  • Lead Joint Quality Team Meetings as Quality Assurance SME on projects, special metrics, OOS, RCA, customer concerns
  • Collaborate regularly with Internal Functional Areas as Voice of the Customer (VOC) to implement Corrective and Preventative Actions
  • Very strong emphasis on Safety-6S
  • Monitored KPI's to proactively address bottlenecks and Quality issues
  • Provided regular updates to team leadership on Quality Metrics by communicating consistency problems or production deficiencies


Associate Scientist/Microbiologist, Laboratory Quality Control

Dupont Pharmaceuticals
Billerica, MA
03.1999 - 07.2002
  • Conducted experiments in laboratory environment for product development purposes.
  • Worked with cross-functional project teams to support increased productions of Cardiolite by 40%.
  • Collaborated in team setting to identify, develop and deploy Continuous Improvement solutions.
  • Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.

Quality Control/Quality Assurance

Bayer Pharmaceuticals
Fitchburg, MA
04.1995 - 07.1999
  • Interpreted HPLC, GC and Atomic absorption Chromatography by comparing specific sample injections to established specifications and control limits, making recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.
  • Created Quality control charts, creating upper and lower specs, using Excel.
  • Facilitated in launch of TurboChrome (similar to LIMS) for Microbiology Department.
  • In 1998, Collaborated with Process technicians, production personnel and customer to improve quality and functionality of customer specific Photoactive Compounds, saving over $500 on every batch, exceeding customers expectations!
  • Advised SME and Product Engineer on existing SOP to enhance testing on Graphite Atomic Absorption Process reducing OOS and Re-assays by 30% in 1999

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Biology/Chemistry

Keene State College
Keene, NH
09.1990 - 11.2008

Skills

    Certified Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt ID#184728252

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Timeline

Quality Control Associate/LSSBB Project Manager

Merck/Millipore Sigma
03.2020 - 08.2023

Associate Scientist/Microbiologist, Laboratory Quality Control

Dupont Pharmaceuticals
03.1999 - 07.2002

Quality Control/Quality Assurance

Bayer Pharmaceuticals
04.1995 - 07.1999

Bachelor of Arts - Biology/Chemistry

Keene State College
09.1990 - 11.2008

Software

LIMS level II, GPC level II (Empower), Capwin, Adobe, Excel, Word, Trackwise, Visio, Power BI, Smartsheets, Teams and MiniTab proficiency

Certification

Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt Professional-Internationally Recognized MSI Certification ID#184728252

~Cory Bartlett~Quality Specialist~ Lean Six Sigma Master Black BeltManager, Operational Excellence and Quality Assurancce