ELIZABETH DICKSON

Operations Technical Facilitator

Xellia Pharmaceuticals, Bedford, Ohio, March 2023-Current

• Responsible for creating training plans, developing new and current employees in Aseptic manner, prepare training materials, overseeing and optimizing mock training/ team building activities within departments, motivating learners while incorporating company values within daily activities.
• Supporting development and process of training programs
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with fellow employees.
• Research new teaching methods to make training programs more effective.
• Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in performance and develop targeted learning solutions with Onsite Training Department by working closely with Company head Training Department.

Aseptic Operator II: (Serve as Qualified Trainer/coach to maintain shifts at an acceptable qualification standard)

Xellia Pharmaceuticals, Bedford, Ohio March 2018 - March 2023

• Perform various steps in manufacturing of pharmaceuticals products in Aseptic clean room environment while maintaining compliance with 21 CFR part 210 and 211, FDA, OSHA regulatory agencies, document performed tasks as per established GMP, cGMP and review and verified of executed documentation (batch records, logbooks, etc.) in timely manner.
• Maintained performance in sterile controlled environment where progressive levels of area sanitization and personal gowning are required to prevent contamination of product or material.
• Complete all required training prior to performing activities, ensure that requirements for Environmental, Health and Safety are met
• Set-up, Operate, and troubleshot key manufacturing equipment: including (but not limited to) Autoclaves, Parts and Equipment Washers, Vial Washer and Dehydrogenation tunnel, Capper and Aseptic Fill Equipment for Sterile Processing
• Assist in execution of equipment/process qualification, validation, and protocols as required
• Compounding Support: Strong knowledge in weighing of raw materials
• Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members

• Built and wired electrical control panels using point to point wiring
• Machine wiring per machine drawings and/or electrical schematics
• Perform mechanical work such as attaching components to machines, punching holes into cabinets, drilling and tapping holes.
• Utilized soldering and welding equipment to join and secure components
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments

• Wired electrical control panels using point to point wiring per customer specification
• Performed small/large enclosure to enclosure wiring per drawings and/or electrical schematics
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writtin
• Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
• Labeled components and monitored use to keep accurate records.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

• Took on Leadership role as working supervisor, facilitating 15 employees, attended morning meetings
• Panel layout, Panel wirer, pre-assembled components for day-to-day operations
• Machine wiring per machine drawings and/or electrical schematics
• Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function
• Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls, and lighting through conduits and holes in both flooring and walls
• Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings, and layouts to complete projects
• Organized work to meet demanding production goals.

• Took on leadership role, facilitating 25 new and current technicians, tech inspector, assembler, assisted engineers on drawings, equipment tester, assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members,
• Planned, scheduled, and delegated daily work to team of employees
• Managed team performance by training, mentoring and motivating employees
• Tested components and systems to evaluate performance and identify concerns
• Managed daily activities, assigned tasks to specific staff members and utilized proven management techniques to cut work flow downtime
• Adhered to established policies and standards to safely complete projects
• Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment
• Repaired, upgraded and inspected electronic, electrical and mechanical systems
• Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
• Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethics