David Boketshu
Kit Packaging Technician
Lawrence,MA
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in quality control analysis and team leadership at MilliporeSigma. Proven track record of minimizing downtime by 65% through effective conflict resolution and machine maintenance. Committed to safety and compliance, consistently achieving production targets while fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kit Packaging Technician
Lantheus (Randstad)
12.2024 - Current
- Labeled, recorded, and inspected packaging to prepare for shipment or storage.
- Performed packaging tasks alongside team to demonstrate proper methods according to labor plan and assigned tasks.
- Assisted with quality and production process improvements to support new packaging initiatives.
- Achieved production targets by maintaining high productivity levels and communicating with team members regarding orders and fulfillment.
- Demonstrate the ability to conduct visual inspection per established qualifications criteria.
- Demonstrated practical knowledge of subjects such as area clearances, product accountability, label control, product segregation and control, operator/check by and other basic skills required to work in a pharmaceutical environment.
- Understand and follow SOP's. Fill out standardized forms correctly. Instruct other team members on basic procedures.
- Demonstrated fundamental writing skills, such us proper spelling, appropriate grammar and punctuation.
- Communicated effectively with team members and other internal groups. Demonstrated the ability to listen.
- Exercised judgement to make routine decisions within established limits. Consulted with team members or team leaders as necessary.
- Understand the role of a team member and how to impact decision making. Supported other team members.
- Demonstrated knowledge of applicable industrial safety outlined in the site safety manual; including areas such as material handling, chemical compatibilities, equipment use and inspection.
- Demonstrated knowledge of basic math and science skills as they relate to a manufacturing and labeling environment.
- Understood the concepts of continuous improvement. Actively participated in improvement projects. Performed duties in a way that minimized waste and minimize efficiency. Maintained awareness of and continue to assess self against pre-objectives influence overall business success.
- Actively promotes safety rules and awareness. Demonstrates good safety practices at all times including the appropriate use of protective equipment. Reports and takes initiative to correct safety & environmental hazards.
Senior Downstream Bioprocess
Bristol Myers Squibb (LanceSoft)
02.2023 - 08.2024
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Senior Manufacturing Production Lead
MilliporeSigma
12.2020 - 10.2023
- Kept production line ready for monthly inspections and yearly audits by consistently following optimal processes.
- Handled production line documentation for waste, downtime and output.
- Organized regular production line cleaning and sanitation to prevent contamination and consumer illnesses.
- Supported employees by accurately tracking time and proactively resolving any conflicts.
- Communicated clear instructions for general operations and product-specific runs to prevent errors and rework.
- Coordinated effective schedules for production employees.
- Trained workers in proper operation, calibration, and maintenance of production line equipment.
- Maintained safe work areas by keeping pathways and stations free of hazards and excess waste or materials.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and overhead cranes to safely move heavy loads.
- Updated production metrics and facilitate regular team communication.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
Quality Assurance Analyst
Merck MilliporeSigma
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Supported company in maintaining work environment focused on quality, communication, collaboration, integration, and teamwork.
- Reported progress, test metrics and results to project stakeholders.
- Mentored and coached team members on QA topics and strategies.
- Completed pre-implementation testing for new system modifications to assess potential impacts.
- Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.
- Developed and maintained defect databases for known issues.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Quality Control Specialist
MilliporeSigma
05.2018 - 12.2020
- Inspected finished goods to verify conformance with customer specifications and company quality standards.
- Created and maintained several databases to track statistical data.
- Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating consistency problems or production deficiencies.
- Minimized down time 65% by reducing production rework and recalls.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Inspected items and compared against standards to meet regulatory requirements.
- Collected and analyzed data to measure effectiveness of quality control processes.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration on testing equipment.
- Reported problems and concerns to management.
Assembly Line Production Worker
MilliporeSigma (Randstad)
02.2018 - 05.2018
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Boxed, labeled, and transported items to support assembly operations.
- Assisted quality assurance by inspecting items and removing defective parts.
- Followed protocols to enhance protection and maintain safe work environment.
- Performed visual and functional inspection of components to determine quality and identify defects.
- Trained new employees, instructing each in use of machinery, standard operating procedures and company policies.
Store Associate
Walmart
04.2017 - 02.2018
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
- Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Wrapped, boxed and weighed bakery department products.
Pizza Maker
Divino Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar
07.2016 - 01.2017
- Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
- Used pizza cutter to slice pizzas according to size and customer specifications.
- Handled cash register operations by applying coupons, giving customer totals, and processing cash and credit card payments.
- Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.
Senior Manufacturing Supervisor
Regideso
01.2013 - 05.2016
- Read and interpreted schematics, technical documentation and production orders.
- Led safety meetings and monitored compliance with gear requirements and best practices.
- Performed accident investigations.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Reviewed documentation such as invoices and shipping paperwork for accuracy and compliance.
- Coordinated project workflows for departments.
- Oversaw loading and unloading of packages in warehouse.
- Created and implemented strategies for improving operational efficiency and accuracy.
Senior Team Lead Machinist
National Electricity Company
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Set up and calibrated machinery to meet specific production requirements.
- Supervised the machinists team, providing training and support. Includes new hire interviews, performance reviews & employee resolutions.
- Review engineering drawings and specs to plan machining processes and select tools and equipment.
- Coordinate with engineering teams to ensure machining processes align with project requirements.
- Participate in the machining operations, including CNC programming, setup, and operation of machining equipment.
- Conduct quality inspections to ensure machined parts meet precise tolerances and quality requirements.
- Maintain equipment, oversee tooling inventory.
- Requisitions raw materials & tools based on engineering drawing.
- Documented counts and sorted finished work to promote easy access for shipping or additional processing.
- Demonstrated knowledge of company mission and goals and mentored employees in reaching objectives aligned with company core values.
- Monitored operating machinery to assess progress, adjust settings, and maintain production speeds.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Science IT
Bunker Hill Community College
Charlestown, MA09-2023
Skills
- Quality control analysis
- Machine maintenance
- Design
- Assembly protocol
- Shipping and receiving
- Safety and compliance
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 58 staff members.
- Documented and resolved a supply chain bottleneck, which led to a 20% reduction in production delays.
- Achieved on-time delivery of 95% of orders by completing process optimization tasks with accuracy and efficiency..
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification - American Society for Quality (ASQ).
- Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) Certified Production Technician - MSSC.
- Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification
AWS Certification
I hold an AWS Certification with a focus on leveraging cloud technologies to enhance Manufacturing Quality Assurance (QA) practices. Through this certification, I gained expertise in using AWS tools and services to optimize quality control, automate testing processes, and improve data management in manufacturing environments. In France, this certification has allowed me to integrate scalable, cost-efficient cloud solutions into production lines, enabling continuous improvement and predictive maintenance. By utilizing AWS’s powerful infrastructure, I ensure high-quality standards are met, driving efficiency and innovation within the manufacturing sector.
Languages
French
Full Professional
Lingala
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Kit Packaging Technician
Lantheus (Randstad)
12.2024 - Current
Senior Downstream Bioprocess
Bristol Myers Squibb (LanceSoft)
02.2023 - 08.2024
Quality Assurance Analyst
Merck MilliporeSigma
05.2022 - 07.2022
Senior Manufacturing Production Lead
MilliporeSigma
12.2020 - 10.2023
Quality Control Specialist
MilliporeSigma
05.2018 - 12.2020
Assembly Line Production Worker
MilliporeSigma (Randstad)
02.2018 - 05.2018
Store Associate
Walmart
04.2017 - 02.2018
Pizza Maker
Divino Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar
07.2016 - 01.2017
Senior Manufacturing Supervisor
Regideso
01.2013 - 05.2016
Senior Team Lead Machinist
National Electricity Company
01.2011 - 01.2013
Associate of Science - Computer Science IT
Bunker Hill Community College
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