David Perales Jr.
Hondo,TX
Summary
Dedicated Sterile Processing Technician with a strong foundation in instrument sterilization and workflow optimization. Committed to enhancing patient safety and care quality through proven expertise in maintaining compliance with healthcare standards and implementing best practices for sterilization processes. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team prioritizing precision, safety, and continuous improvement in all aspects of sterile processing. Passionate about leveraging clinical knowledge and hands-on experience to support exceptional patient outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Compounding Technician
DPT Laboratories
01.2022 - Current
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and quality regulations during compounding processes.
- Performed daily equipment inspections and promptly reported maintenance needs to ensure safe and efficient operation.
- Maintained a clean and organized compounding environment, consistently adhering to safety protocols and regulatory standards.
- Maintained documentation of batch records and logbooks, ensuring readiness for audits and alignment with cGMP standards.
- Prepare and compound pharmaceutical batches using a master batch record.
- Maintain accurate batch records and ensure compliance with safety standards.
Compounding and Aseptic Filling Technician
American Specialty Pharmacy
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Accurately compound and fill sterile injectable products using aseptic techniques, ensuring product integrity and compliance with safety protocols.
- Autoclave multiple tools for compounding and filling process.
- Calibrated and resolved issues with sterile filling equipment, aligning operations with cGMP standards, and contributing to improved workflow efficiency.
- Coordinate with pharmacists, quality control, and logistics to ensure timely and accurate delivery of compounded medications.
- Safely handled hazardous materials in compliance with OSHA and facility protocols to minimize risk and ensure workplace safety.
- Counted, measured, and compounded medications following standard procedures.
- Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
R&D Flavor Lab Technician
Imbibe
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Performed routine and specialized lab tests to confirm product integrity, supporting GMP and FDA compliance.
- Operated and maintained laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance and adherence to safety protocols.
- Conducted routine maintenance on lab and production equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
- Performed routine calibration and upkeep of lab equipment, supporting accurate test results and uninterrupted workflow.
- Managed inventory of raw materials and laboratory supplies to ensure availability and support uninterrupted production.
- Applied sensory evaluation techniques to assess product attributes such as taste, texture, aroma, and appearance for quality assurance.
- Safely handled hazardous materials in compliance with OSHA and facility protocols to minimize risk and ensure workplace safety.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Prepared samples for shipping fluids in proper containers.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
- Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
- Trained new associates in laboratory procedures and standards.
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
Sterile Processing Technician/Sterile Compounder
Vetter Development Services
06.2011 - 11.2018
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Assisted with development and coordination of medical equipment inventories.
- Assembled and disassembled all tools and equipment required for batch-making process according to safety, GMP, quality and sanitation standards.
- Submitted finished product samples to laboratory for approval.
- Accurately measured and blended materials according to specifications.
Education
Diploma - Sterile Processing Technician
Concorde Career Collage
San Antonio, TX01.2025
National IV Training Certificate - Pharmacy Technician
Saberix Inc
Collinsville, TX01.2021
High School Diploma - undefined
Crystal Lake South
Crystal Lake, IL01.1995
Skills
- Sterile techniques
- Sterile processing
- Aseptic Techniques
- Autoclave/Dry heat sterilization
- Inventory management
- Accurate Recordkeeping & Documentation
- Safety Protocols & Compliance
- Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP)
- Batch Compounding
- Proper labeling procedures
- Sterile technique
- Aseptic technique
- Troubleshooting malfunctioning equipment
- Problem-solving skills
- Chemical handling
- Pharmaceutical compounding
- Aseptic techniques
- Team collaboration
- Receiving incoming supplies
- Regulatory compliance
Timeline
Manufacturing Compounding Technician
DPT Laboratories
01.2022 - Current
Compounding and Aseptic Filling Technician
American Specialty Pharmacy
01.2021 - 01.2022
R&D Flavor Lab Technician
Imbibe
01.2018 - 01.2021
Sterile Processing Technician/Sterile Compounder
Vetter Development Services
06.2011 - 11.2018
National IV Training Certificate - Pharmacy Technician
Saberix Inc
High School Diploma - undefined
Crystal Lake South
Diploma - Sterile Processing Technician
Concorde Career Collage