David Herrera
Glendale,CA
Summary
Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Chemist
Polypeptide Laboratories
Torrance, CA
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Generated and characterized peptides and peptide conjugates.
- Maximized the efficiency of pharmaceutical products.
- Prepared technical reports, protocols, and analysis
- Ensured accurate documentation for smooth internal and external communication.
- Utilized strong problem-solving abilities to troubleshoot complex instrumentation problems.
- Performed quality assurance checks on raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.
- Organized and cleaned laboratory equipment to adhere to cGMP standards.
- Tested product samples for specific gravity, chemical characteristics, pH levels, concentrations and viscosities.
- Analyzed samples using chromatography, spectroscopy, and other analytical techniques.
Manufacturing Technician 3
Takeda Pharmaceuticals
Los Angeles, CA
06.2018 - 06.2023
- Operate and maintain various equipment including tanks, filtration systems, carton assemblers, bioreactors, and production lines with a focus on cleanliness.
- Operated general production equipment including pH and conductivity meters, autoclave, and portable mixers.
- Maintained accurate records as per GDP/GMP protocols.
- Ensures equipment is well-maintained and cleaned according to GMP standards.
- Resolved process and equipment issues efficiently for reduced downtime.
- Assisted in identifying processing gaps, and played a role in implementing new technologies.
- Ensured adherence to proper ergonomic techniques by conducting daily safety Gemba's and providing coaching to technicians.
- Prepared and assembled materials and set up and operated production equipment in accordance with current manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.
Freight Lead
Home Depot
Glendale, CA
05.2016 - 03.2018
- Transported merchandise from the receiving section to different departments of the store
- Loaded and unloaded trucks efficiently.
- Operate forklifts.
- Customer service.
- Successfully completed assigned duties from Store Leadership. This included activities such as safety-related tasks, maintaining the inventory levels by ensuring shrink control, and collecting carts.
- Serves as needed in the Manager on Duty role.
Production Floor Lead
HD Supply
North Hollywood, CA
12.2013 - 03.2016
- Customer service.
- Created a comprehensive system for handling inventory and supplies in normal and emergency situations
- Reviewed work orders, consumption reports, and demand forecasts to accurately estimate peak delivery periods for efficient work assignments.
- Management.
- Managed and supervised a team of production workers to ensure efficient and punctual task completion.
Education
High School Diploma -
Herbert Hoover High School
Glendale, CA06-2010
Skills
- Continuous Improvement
- Process Validation
- Process Engineering
- Lean Manufacturing Processes
- Quality Control
- Laboratory Management
- Hazardous waste management
- Chemical Analysis
- Troubleshooting and analysis
- Good Manufacturing Practices
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Production Chemist
Polypeptide Laboratories
09.2023 - 12.2023
Manufacturing Technician 3
Takeda Pharmaceuticals
06.2018 - 06.2023
Freight Lead
Home Depot
05.2016 - 03.2018
Production Floor Lead
HD Supply
12.2013 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
Herbert Hoover High School
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