Derek Gibbs
Honey Brook,PA
Summary
Detail-oriented Quality Control Technician with a proven track record in developing compliance procedures that align with regulatory standards and business objectives. Achievements include significantly enhancing material quality through rigorous testing of component materials and finished products. Core competencies encompass analytical problem-solving, attention to detail, and process optimization. Committed to leveraging expertise to drive continuous improvement in quality assurance practices.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Analytical Quality Control Technician 1
DSM-firmenich
Exton, PA
09.2024 - Current
- Created SOPs related to the Quality Control process in order to ensure consistent application across multiple departments.
- Provided quality support to ensure that products met quality standards and customer requirements.
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify sources of defects or non-conformance issues in order to prevent reoccurrence.
- Evaluated potential hazards associated with handling particular types of polymers in a laboratory setting.
Analytical Quality Control Technician Intern
DSM-firmenich Biomedical
Exton, PA
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Employ various analytical techniques to test raw materials in accordance with quality standards set forth by cGMPs, GLPs, and company standards
- Experience using a variety of different testing apparatus, including Gel Permeation Chromatography (GPC), Titrando-905 Auto Titrator, Karl Fisher 890 Titrando, Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy, etc
- Executing laboratory tests and inspections for in-process and finished products in a fast paced laboratory environment
- Attention to detail maintaining proper laboratory documentation, editing and proofing skills, and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc
Intern
ProRx Pharmaceutical 503B Outsourcing Facility
Exton, PA
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Dedicated biopharma researcher supporting manufacturing practices including peptide formulations, topical formulations, solid dosage forms, and sterile and non-sterile compounding
- Operating High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), to ensure quality control parameters
- Experience staying up to date on Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) including writing and complying with SOPs
- Tasked with securing companies licenses and registration in strategic geographical locations in accordance with Federal and State legislation
- Certifications in personnel growing in sterile drug production, regulatory framework for human drug compounding, stability and beyond use dates, supplier / contractor qualification and management, and outsourcing facility guide
Pharmacy Technician
Town Center Pharmacy
Exton, PA
12.2018 - 01.2020
- Diligently collect and sort the needed prescriptions for the pharmacist to approve
- Meticulously fill and package hospice and over the counter (OTC) prescriptions under the guidance of the pharmacist
- Promptly deliver prescriptions to nursing homes and hospice patients
- Enthusiastically and diligently help walk in customers to find their needed OTC medications and prescriptions to optimize patient experience
Education
Bachelors of Science - Pharmaceutical Product and Development
West Chester University
West Chester, PA05.2025
Skills
- Instinctive leader
- Test method validation
- Intentional and clean communicator
- MS office
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Calibration standards
- SOP adherence
- SOP writing
Hobbies and Interests
- Founding President of West Chester Club Golf Team
- West Chester University Biotech & Pharmaceutical Business Club
- Podcast host of 'Nobody Asked' & comic book collector
- Avid outdoorsman
- Member of WCU Gamma Sigma Epsilon National Chemistry Honor Society
Accomplishments
- "Rise above" recognition from DSM-firmenich
Certification
- Personnel Gowning in Sterile Drug Production
- Regulatory Framework for Human Drug Compounding
- Stability and Beyond Use Dates
- Supplier / Contractor Qualifications and Managment
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Analytical Quality Control Technician 1
DSM-firmenich
09.2024 - Current
Analytical Quality Control Technician Intern
DSM-firmenich Biomedical
06.2024 - 08.2025
Intern
ProRx Pharmaceutical 503B Outsourcing Facility
04.2023 - 04.2024
Pharmacy Technician
Town Center Pharmacy
12.2018 - 01.2020
Bachelors of Science - Pharmaceutical Product and Development
West Chester University
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