Dante Thomas
Newark,USA
Summary
Chemistry graduate with hands-on experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, laboratory testing, and chemical processing. Skilled in process improvement, quality assurance, and data analysis, with a proven ability to operate in high-volume, regulated environments. Seeking to leverage transferable skills in a dynamic role that values precision, efficiency, and innovation.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Associate (Contract Completed)
Bristol Myers Squibb
Summit, NJ
01.2025 - 09.2025
- Operated equipment for blood component production, including cell culture, harvest, and cryopreservation.
- Ensured compliance to production schedules, FDA/ISO guidelines, quality systems, and GMP requirements.
- Recorded production data accurately and supported deviation investigations and CAPA closures.
- Maintained aseptic techniques and complete training assignments to become a subject matter expert and qualified trainer.
- Accurately reviewed batch records to ensure the safety of drug products.
- Utilized R and Python data analytics tools to analyze and organize clinical data in GMP pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Supported safety assessments with cross-functional teams such as Safety and QC Analytical to coordinate testing and analysis.
Organic Extraction Technician (Full Time)
Garden State Laboratories
Hillside, NJ
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Conducted aqueous sample extractions using EPA methods and prepared standards, surrogates, and QC materials.
- Maintained solvent, standard, and miscellaneous supplies inventories.
- Conducted routine maintenance on extraction machinery, reducing downtime and enhancing operational reliability.
- Utilized laboratory software platforms including Empower, ChemStation, and MassHunter to perform chromatographic and spectrometric analyses, ensuring accurate data acquisition and regulatory compliance across multiple projects.
Laboratory Technician
BASF
Iselin, NJ
07.2022 - 12.2023
- Supported benchtop formulation and synthesis of zeolite powder used for automotive coatings applications.
- Analyzed samples by measuring pH, viscosity, and density of intermediate samples.
- Prepared samples for further analysis and/or chemical processing.
- Maintained an organized lab notebook and regularly sorted samples for storage in the lab.
- Improved and complied to SOPs and completed yearly safety training and quarterly inspections.
Laboratory Technician (Contract Completed)
Mondelēz International
East Hanover, NJ
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Supported the development and execution of growth, brand value, and quality improvement on bench prototyping experiments.
- Completed analytical assessments of products.
- Inspected, calibrated, and maintained lab instruments and other equipment.
- Adhered to current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) standards and strictly followed all company-defined Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Education
Bachelor of science degree - Chemistry
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ01.2022
Skills
- Adaptable learner with strong problem-solving abilities
- Machine operation & product assembly
- Quality assurance & regulatory compliance (FDA, GMP, ISO)
- Material handling & chemical processing
- Data analysis using R and Python
- Chromatographic and spectrometric techniques (Empower, ChemStation, MassHunter)
- Attention to detail and laboratory safety standards
- Machine operation
- Adaptable learner
- Assembly line experience
- Attention to detail
- Material handling
Timeline
Manufacturing Associate (Contract Completed)
Bristol Myers Squibb
01.2025 - 09.2025
Organic Extraction Technician (Full Time)
Garden State Laboratories
04.2024 - 12.2024
Laboratory Technician
BASF
07.2022 - 12.2023
Laboratory Technician (Contract Completed)
Mondelēz International
02.2022 - 05.2022
Bachelor of science degree - Chemistry
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey