EDWARD APPAH
Albany,NY
Summary
Accomplished Senior External Manufacturing Specialist with a proven track record at Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc, showcasing expertise in production planning and exceptional team leadership. Spearheaded cross-functional initiatives, driving process improvements and fostering a culture of continuous learning. Skilled in Microsoft Excel and adept at project management, consistently delivering quality products and enhancing operational efficiency. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior External Manufacturing Specialist
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc
Albany, NY
03.2022 - Current
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Coordinated selection of manufacturing methods, fabrication, and operation of product designs.
- Reviewed products for compliance with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) requirements.
- Identified problems and specific resolutions to fix defective, damaged, or malfunctioning parts, assemblies, equipment and systems.
- Collaborated with various departments such as engineering, management, procurement, sales, marketing, suppliers and quality assurance to provide technical support.
- Promoted a culture of accountability among team members by setting clear expectations and offering constructive feedback on performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop new products that met customer requirements and market demands.
- Participated in quality assurance audits as needed, verifying compliance with established procedures and regulations.
- Contributed ideas for process improvement projects aimed at increasing throughput rates or reducing material costs without compromising product quality.
- Trained new employees on manufacturing processes, equipment operation, and company policies, fostering a skilled workforce.
- Increased product quality through meticulous attention to detail and strict adherence to industry standards.
- Conducted root cause analysis for production issues, providing effective solutions to minimize recurrence of problems.
- Reviewed blueprints and job specifications to plan completion and estimate project costs.
- Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Maintained accurate records of all production activities, including material usage, equipment maintenance logs, and employee attendance tracking sheets.
- Reported on findings and made proactive and targeted recommendation to senior leaders.
- Read worker logs, product processing sheets or specification sheets to verify records adhered to quality assurance specifications.
- Maintained great relationships between CMO for external manufacturing activities.
- Reviewed batch records, deviations, change controls, CAPA, SCARS maintain quality standards of product manufactured at CMOs.
Area Manager
Sumitomo Rubber USA.
Buffalo, NY
01.2019 - 03.2022
- Led a team to achieve company goals and exceed targets consistently, fostering a positive work environment.
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring timely completion of tasks and projects.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans for growth.
- Conducted training sessions to educate employees on best practices and procedures to increase profitability.
- Assessed reports to evaluate performance, develop targeted improvements, and implement changes.
- Continuously improved operational procedures through ongoing evaluation of existing practices, incorporating feedback from team members and adopting industry best practices.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on best practices and professional development opportunities.
- Transformed underperforming teams into productive, profitable teams.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among team members, promoting open communication and fostering a positive workplace culture.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, maintaining detailed records and documentation as required.
- Resolved conflicts promptly to promote positive environment for customers.
- Improved overall efficiency by identifying areas in need of improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Increased team productivity by streamlining processes and implementing more efficient systems.
- Coordinated with various departments to facilitate smooth communication, enhancing operational effectiveness.
- Established clear objectives for each project, setting expectations and assigning appropriate resources as needed.
- Worked diligently to resolve unique and recurring complaints, promoting loyalty, and enhancing operations.
- Evaluated costs against expected market price points and set structures to achieve profit targets.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Coordinated all activities of production start to finish of products.
- Managed and supervised 36 people per shift to maintain increased outputs of products.
Associate Scientist
Fresenius Kabi USA LLC
Grand Island, NY
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Worked with cross-functional project teams to support productions of drugs.
- Maintained a safe and organized laboratory environment by adhering to best practices for chemical handling and waste disposal.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrating exceptional time management skills while maintaining high levels of accuracy.
- Led training sessions on lab equipment usage for new hires, promoting a culture of continuous learning within the team.
- Performed environmental monitoring before and after production activities to make sure product integrity is maintained.
- Conducted sample testings in the lab and presented reports to respective departments for further processing of drug products.
Aseptic Control Operator
Fresenius Kabi USA LLC
Grand Island, NY
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements for increased productivity.
- Continuously sought opportunities for professional development, staying informed about industry advancements relevant to the role of a control operator.
- Contributed to cost-saving initiatives by minimizing energy consumption through careful monitoring of equipment usage.
- Monitored multiple channels in periodic rotation to verify regulatory compliance and signal quality.
- Performed fill room operational activities in sterilized production room.
- Completed batch executions by following GXP procedures written in a master batch record.
- Assisted in investigations of deviations on batches that completed by me.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Services Administration
D'youville University
Buffalo, NY08.2016
Skills
- Production Planning Proficiency
- Team Leadership Qualities
- Equipment maintenance abilities
- Continuous Improvement Initiatives
- proficient in microsoft and excel functionalities
- Good presentation and communication skills
- Production Monitoring
- Risk Assessment
- Process Improvement
- Project Management
- Product Testing
- Certified by Parenteral Drug Association (PDA)
Certification
Parenteral Drug Association( PDA)Certificate.
Timeline
Senior External Manufacturing Specialist
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc
03.2022 - Current
Area Manager
Sumitomo Rubber USA.
01.2019 - 03.2022
Associate Scientist
Fresenius Kabi USA LLC
01.2018 - 01.2019
Aseptic Control Operator
Fresenius Kabi USA LLC
08.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Health Services Administration
D'youville University