Damon Purnell
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Machine, Production, and Inspection Operator with 10+ years of experience in manufacturing, food production, and pharmaceutical environments. Proven expertise in equipment operation, visual inspection, packaging, quality control, and regulatory compliance (GMP, cGMP, HACCP, 5S).
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Inspection & Packaging Associate
INCOG BioPharma Services
Fisher, IN
05.2025 - 02.2026
- Performed continuous visual inspection of finished pharmaceutical products per SOPs and cGMP standards.
- Operated inspection and packaging equipment while meeting production and quality targets.
- Completed batch records, labeling, and packaging documentation accurately.
- Worked gowned in Grade C & D cleanrooms and performed cleaning/sanitization.
- Collaborated with Formulation, Fill, and Materials teams.
Manufacturing Operator
Heartland Sweeteners
Indianapolis, IN
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Operated manufacturing equipment in a GMP-compliant environment.
- Conducted routine quality checks and supported preventative maintenance.
Machine Operator
FGF Brands
Brownsburg, IN
11.2022 - 03.2024
- Operated mixing and production machinery under GMP and HACCP standards.
Process Operator
Ingredion
Indianapolis, IN
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Managed raw materials and conducted in-process testing under GMP standards.
Machine Operator
3M
Indianapolis, IN
03.2019 - 04.2022
- Operated high-speed assembly, packaging, and CNC machinery.
Machine Operator
Innovative Coating Solutions
Indianapolis, IN
07.2015 - 01.2019
- Operated computer-controlled machinery under GMP and 5S standards.
Forklift Operator
Harlan Bakeries
Indianapolis, IN
11.2012 - 01.2015
- Loaded/unloaded inventory and maintained documentation.
Education
Associate’s Degree - Business Administration (Organizational Leadership)
Vincennes University
01.2003
Skills
- CGMP / GMP Compliance; Visual Inspection; Inspection & Packaging; Cleanroom Operations (Grade C & D);
- SOP Adherence; Batch Records; Equipment Operation & Troubleshooting; Labeling & Packaging;
- Quality Control; Sanitation; Forklift Operation; Training & Mentoring
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteTimeline
Inspection & Packaging Associate
INCOG BioPharma Services
05.2025 - 02.2026
Manufacturing Operator
Heartland Sweeteners
04.2024 - 05.2025
Machine Operator
FGF Brands
11.2022 - 03.2024
Process Operator
Ingredion
05.2022 - 10.2022
Machine Operator
3M
03.2019 - 04.2022
Machine Operator
Innovative Coating Solutions
07.2015 - 01.2019
Forklift Operator
Harlan Bakeries
11.2012 - 01.2015
Associate’s Degree - Business Administration (Organizational Leadership)
Vincennes University