EMMANUEL ADJEI
Summary
I am a challenge-driven Manufacturing Technician with seven (7) + years of professional experience in Information Technology and manufacturing. Possess a “can–do” attitude with the ability to build trust and credibility with managers and employees. I am result-oriented, highly organized, and a critical thinker—able to work on my own initiative with no or minimal supervision and consistent in delivering reliable results.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Technician
National Resilience, LLC
04.2025 - Current
- Performs a variety of manufacturing tasks (operates equipment, performs in-process monitoring, line clearances, cosmetic inspection, cleaning and completes batch record entries) and supports improvement activities (5S, participate in problem-solving and Kaizen events, manual data collection) to achieve a prescribed level of purity, quality, and consistency in product and work output in accordance with cGMPs.
- Performs the duties of operating assigned machinery, consisting of servicing machines with materials, monitoring equipment status, reintroduction of materials, manually palletizing finished materials, and assuring a smooth flow of product.
- Able to start up machinery, including equipment set-up, perform recipe selection and data entry on manufacturing computerized systems (SCADA and HMI), make minor adjustments, and perform critical sensor challenges.
- Performs manual packaging tasks as required, including hand packaging and rework of in-process and finished material.
- Operates light material handling equipment (motorized and manual pallet jacks, non-motorized lifts) as the need arises to safely move, store or deliver material to the proper location.
- Performs visual quality inspection and sampling of in-process materials. Promptly escalate concerns to Lead and Process Facilitator as needed.
- Performs minor troubleshooting, including clearing minor jams and identifying equipment defects. Work collaboratively with technical resources to resolve equipment issues as needed.
- Performs inventory control and reconciliation activities, which may require the use of SAP and WES in a limited role.
- Performs cleaning, housekeeping, and line clearance activities for assigned areas to maintain a cGMP environment. This includes assembling, disassembling, and sanitizing various packaging equipment.
- Performs batch record and GMP documentation entries. Performs mathematical computation as needed.
- Familiar with job-related safety procedures and hazards, including PPEs, ergonomics, LOTO, human safety, material handling, chemical handling, and spill controls. Report all discrepancies to the process facilitator.
- Responsibly performs work requirements, in accordance with SOPs, cGMPs, and established safety and quality procedures.
- Supports lean activities and process improvement work, such as performing 5S in the work area, participating in problem-solving, and manual tracking of performance data for OEE and process improvement analysis.
- Acts as a certified OJT trainer on the team on assigned equipment and process tasks. Trains and conducts evaluations of other team members to assess their training qualifications.
- Reviews process documents such as operational SOPs, forms, and batch records for accuracy. Identify and provide suggestions for process improvement while maintaining quality and cGMP compliance as opportunities arise.
- Executes protocols as required as part of equipment qualification and process validation work.
- Flexible and supports other work areas within the Manufacturing Team as needed.
- Performs all other assigned duties with minimal supervision under the direction of the process facilitator or designee as needed.
- Acquires and maintains all required certifications and qualifications for the assigned work area.
- Capable and motivated to learn new skills and develop new capabilities on an ongoing basis to contribute to the success of the Process Execution Team.
Production Manufacturing Operator/BPR
Catalent Pharma Solutions
06.2024 - 01.2025
- Responsible for learning the manufacturing and/or packaging process as assigned by following approved batch records (BR), work instructions (WI), standard operating procedures (SOP), etc.
- Set up, changed over, programmed, and operated various equipment, manufacturing and/or packaging equipment.
- Cleaned facilities, equipment, and utensils as required following SOPs and WIs.
- Completed documentation as required in the manufacturing and/or packaging of products.
- Noted any deviations from the established manufacturing process during production, including the reason for the deviation and corrective actions taken.
- Maintained work areas and performed job functions safely and efficiently in accordance with policies and procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Batch Record instructions.
- Prepared manufacturing areas and equipment to produce pharmaceutical products.
- Safely operated various types of computer-controlled equipment used in dispensing, metal detection, sealing, and labelling.
- Disassembled, cleaned, and reassembled equipment using basic hand tools.
- Assisted with troubleshooting of equipment and process issues.
- Maintained accurate, neat, error-free records such as batch records.
- Accurately followed production documents, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and current good manufacturing practices (cGMPs)
- Identified safety, quality, and efficiency improvements and actively participated in learning organization development.
Support System Analyst (Regional Lead)
Rx Health Info Systems
09.2018 - 01.2023
- Provided deployment, training, and support for PC-related equipment and application software.
- Troubleshot issues related to database servers, workstations, laptops, and printers.
- Assisted in the maintenance and support of Microsoft operating systems.
- Resolved or escalated problem tickets to resolve user issues.
- Identified and resolved problems through root cause analysis and research.
- Investigated and addressed software issues to enhance usability and improve functionality.
- Delivered in-depth software usability training, imparting knowledge of best practices for protecting data and minimizing errors.
- Actively listened to customers, managed concerns quickly, and escalated significant issues to the supervisor.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions and engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Comp.Science
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology (KNUST)
11.2021
H.N.D - Comp.Science
Kumasi Technical University (KsTU)
06.2017
High School Degree - Science
Toase Senior High School
06.2013
Skills
- Detailed documentation
- Quality control checks
- Ability to identify and report deviation
- Operate and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment
- Mechanical proficiency and ability to disassemble and reassemble various types of equipment
- Attention to detail
- Basic reading comprehension and math skills vital to following sophisticated technical instructions and completing BPR calculations
- Ability to maintain compliance in all SOPs, cGMPs, EHS, and other training curricula as assigned
- Ability to follow cGMP and other regulatory requirements
- Have interpersonal skills and the ability to work both individually and as part of a team
- Computer proficient and have an excellent ability to provide users with technical support
- Ability to identify and evaluate any deficiencies in the IT system functionality of a business
- Strong communication skills for discussing effective solutions and areas of improvement
- Ability to train and support personnel in using the company’s IT systems
- SAP, Java, C, VB, HTML, CSS, PHP, SQL
Accomplishments
- Process performance qualification (PPQ) and performance qualification (PQ) are both essential steps in the validation process for what we do as a pharmaceutical manufacturer, in terms of testing our processes under normal operating conditions to confirm reliability and consistency.
- I am super proud to have helped my team execute the PPQ and PQ project successfully during the year in review. Through my effective help and the collaborative team's effort, PACK 4 is back and running successfully in the commercial space.
Timeline
Manufacturing Technician
National Resilience, LLC
04.2025 - Current
Production Manufacturing Operator/BPR
Catalent Pharma Solutions
06.2024 - 01.2025
Support System Analyst (Regional Lead)
Rx Health Info Systems
09.2018 - 01.2023
H.N.D - Comp.Science
Kumasi Technical University (KsTU)
High School Degree - Science
Toase Senior High School
Bachelor’s Degree - Comp.Science
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology (KNUST)