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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Eric Wente

Columbus

Summary

Experienced Production and Reliability Technician with over 17 years in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Dedicated to optimizing operational efficiency and reliability. Skilled in SAP and cGMP manufacturing, proficient in leading teams and resolving issues. Passionate about fostering collaborative relationships across departments and driving continuous process improvements for sustained growth and success.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Production Reliability Technician

Hikma Pharmaceuticals
01.2024 - Current
  • Performs manufacturing equipment setup, clean and changeover activities that require the use of hand tools, removal / replacement of machine parts, adjustment, and cleaning of parts.
  • Respond to service calls while the resource is in operation.
  • Schedules, plans, performs, and/or records preventative maintenance activities that are the responsibility of Flow Technicians.
  • Perform preventive, corrective, or emergency work orders to ensure reliability of equipment, documenting through work orders to maintain required equipment history.
  • Performs first line troubleshooting and repairs prior to escalation to Maintenance or Engineers. Provides immediate notice to appropriate staff of need for more advanced troubleshooting functions and/or repairs.
  • Perform TECO function on PMs that were completed by manufacturing personnel.
  • Conducts routine inspections on assigned equipment used in manufacturing of products, documenting results as appropriate.
  • Supports continuous improvement by identifying specific improvement opportunities, completing related tasks as assigned, and recommending or making procedural updates.
  • Perform passivations of liquids manufacturing equipment and other departments as needed.
  • Work with other departments and contractors to schedule activities that need completed in manufacturing.
  • Work with vendors to facilitate training and procedure creation for new equipment.
  • Enhanced equipment reliability by performing thorough maintenance tasks and identifying potential issues before they escalated.
  • Coordinated with equipment suppliers to ensure prompt delivery of spare parts when necessary, minimizing downtime associated with unanticipated breakdowns or extended repair cycles.

Inventory Control Specialist

Hikma Pharmaceuticals
03.2022 - 11.2022
  • Work with vendors for pricing and availability of items.
  • Using SAP I manage MRP auto order system.
  • Work with my peers to determine what items need added to the auto order system and which items need to remain on an “as needed” basis.
  • Work with purchasing group to consolidate the number of vendors we order from to leverage our buying power.
  • Help train new employees on basic navigation of SAP prior to them starting work on the floor.
  • Work with operators from the different operation groups to assist in helping with inventory and SAP issues.
  • Prepare TECO (Technically Complete) PMs after the designee has completed their portion of the work that has been completed.
  • Post GR's (Goods Receipt) in SAP on a purchase order and item level once the product has been confirmed delivered.
  • Confirm receipt of all items and accurate pricing on incoming purchase orders.
  • Used equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks to move inventory.
  • Conducted periodic cycle counts to verify inventory accuracy, identifying discrepancies early on to mitigate potential issues.
  • Work with my counterpart to update procedures.
  • While helping the warehouse verify inventory I found an issue with the purchasing system that caused more inventory to be available then what physically in house and/or being delivered.

Lead Technician (Backup Supervisor)

Hikma Pharmaceuticals
04.2019 - 03.2022
  • Collaborate closely with planning, dispensing, and packaging to align production schedules with resource availability and optimize operational flow.
  • Facilitate daily team meetings to promote collaborative discussion and gather constructive feedback from peers.
  • Proficient with SAP functions used in the manufacturing area such as LS26, LT24, MB51, COR6, and COR3.
  • Proficient in SAP functions for PM’s in manufacturing such as IW32, IW38, IW41, and IW44. I am also trained in the steps required to TECO PM’s.
  • Engage with PCS and Maintenance teams to effectively schedule and support the timely execution of preventative maintenance.
  • Work with appropriate team to improve part sets or add new part sets.
  • Adhere to a quality and compliance mindset by reviewing completed batch records for accuracy and completeness. This facilitates review by the Quality Optimizers and reduces errors.
  • While on the Project Mist team I wrote and revised procedures for the new equipment such as HM5-1, HM1-1, the Screener, MX1000-1, as well writing procedures for the new process.
  • Plan, organize, and lead meetings focused on deviation review and resolution (e.g., RRRFT), ensuring alignment with QA protocols.
  • Collaborate with management and cross-functional teams, including Liquids Packaging Process Engineers, Equipment Engineers, and Quality, to identify and resolve manufacturing issues in Flows 3 & 4.
  • Provided critical support to multiple departments during periods of high demand or staff shortages, demonstrating proficiency in all phases of the manufacturing process.
  • Proactively review and update procedures to align with evolving regulatory landscapes (FDA, DEA) and internal company standards (Hikma).
  • Collaborated closely with Product Development and Technical Services teams to advise on the development and implementation of new products and processes, such as Project Mist, Epinephrine, and Naloxone
  • Work with the training department to develop and implement a training schedule with a TSMET that best suits their learning style.
  • Perform setup, run, and clean per written procedures in Liquids Manufacturing.
  • Planned, scheduled, and delegated daily work to team of employees.
  • Recognized as a top performer among peers due to outstanding productivity levels and commitment to excellence.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hamilton Township
Columbus, OH
05.2006

Skills

  • Proficient in SAP
  • Manufacturing
  • Team Leadership
  • Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
  • Troubleshooting
  • cGMP Manufacturing
  • Inventory Management

Accomplishments

  • Awarded Key Contributor for instrumental role in the successful implementation of CV testing at Hikma Pharmaceuticals (2021)
  • Awarded CIA Champion (2024) at Hikma Pharmaceuticals
    Facilitated the execution of Continuous Improvement Activities (CIAs) initiated within [specific system/process] by coordinating follow-up actions and collaborating with cross-functional support groups to ensure successful implementation.

Certification

  • Yellow Belt Certification - 2024 Hikma Pharmaceuticals

Timeline

Production Reliability Technician

Hikma Pharmaceuticals
01.2024 - Current

Inventory Control Specialist

Hikma Pharmaceuticals
03.2022 - 11.2022

Lead Technician (Backup Supervisor)

Hikma Pharmaceuticals
04.2019 - 03.2022

High School Diploma -

Hamilton Township

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