Eric S. Nelson
Bonita,CA
Summary
Experienced Facilities Maintenance Engineer skilled at maintaining and repairing Production Freeze Dryers, Ultra-Low Freezers, Environmental Chambers, Facility Operations and Climate Control Systems. Experienced in cGMP and GDP documentation ensuring projects are managed accordingly for clean and precise records. Seeking a challenging position in the Biotech Industry where my skills can be utilized to improve productivity in a rapidly changing Pharmaceutical industry.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Installer
TMRW Life Sciences Inc
10.2019 - Current
- Contributed to team success and customer satisfaction by working quickly and helping team members with TMRW B3C/CRS Robot Installation Plans.
- Checked work for compliance with quality standards in accordance with cGDP/cGMP processes, procedures, and IOPQ documentation.
- Contributed to team success and customer satisfaction by working quickly and helping team members.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Maintained compliance with all safety and code regulations to protect crew members, clients and embryos from harm.
Lyophilizer Facilities Maintenance Engineer
BACHEM Americas Inc
04.2017 - 09.2019
- Ensured Freeze Dryer equipment and supporting utilities are available as required by manufacturing, production and applicable departments.
- Planned/Scheduled, coordinated and executed Production Lyophilizer repairs and preventative maintenance.
- Planned & implemented of IQ, OQ, PQ documentation for the 300L IMA Production Lyophilizer, three 50L Virtis Lyophilizers and two 30L Virtis Lyophilizers.
- Estimated materials costs and sourcing requirements for project feasibility during preventive maintenance biannual shutdowns.
- Reviewed data to maintain accuracy of IOPQ reports.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements for quality protection during FDA inspections.
- Analyzed Lyophilizer IOPQ data and provided recommended corrective actions.
- Assisted Facility Department Operations On-Call schedule and applicable building operations.
Sr. Refrigeration Tech/ HVAC/R Administrator
Beckman Coulter
04.2016 - 04.2017
- Maintained safety standards by using appropriate protective gear and adhering to best practices.
- Conducted diagnostic tests and read results.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to understand different models.
- Completed root cause analysis to identify issues, understand problems and implement corrective plans.
- Updated refrigeration systems, modifying HVAC components and refurbishing chiller plants and panels.
- Performed predictive, preventive and corrective maintenance on diverse systems.
- Located and repaired leaks on individual units and large cold and freezer room systems.
- Resolved process inaccuracies while monitoring performance, site safety and project status.
Mechanical Technician III
PACIRA Pharmaceuticals
04.2014 - 04.2015
- Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
- Resolved mechanical issues using both technical and manual skills.
- Kept track of equipment maintenance schedules using computerized maintenance management systems.
Technician II
Cascade Scietific
02.2014 - 04.2015
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on Refrigeration equipment.
- Tracked and recorded parts and labor costs related to each service call.
- Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives.
Lead Refrigeration Technician
Scientific Services Plus Inc.
09.2012 - 01.2014
- Completed root cause analysis to identify issues, understand problems and implement corrective plans.
- Maintained and fixed electrical controls, HVAC systems, Cascade and refrigeration equipment.
HVAC Technician
C And L Refrigeration
04.2012 - 09.2012
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues during service calls.
Technician II
GEN-PROBE
12.2011 - 04.2012
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Maintained quality assurance and departmental satisfaction objectives.
Petty Officer Second Class
U.S. Navy Active Duty
02.2002 - 01.2012
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Communicated with command centers to develop and execute tactical plans.
- Coordinated activities of subordinate personnel to support mission success.
- Ordered, unloaded, sorted and tracked supplies and equipment needed for department activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
National University
La Jolla, CA11.2019
Skills
- Universal EPA Certification
- Construction Knowledge
- Hardware and Software Installation
- Troubleshooting
- Air Handler
- Preventive Maintenance
- Installation and Repair
- Piping and Brazing
- Installation Coordination
- Maintenance and Repair
- HVAC Systems
- Work Orders
- Project Management
Accomplishments
- Taking part in the development of the TMRW B3C & CRS Cryogenic Robot that is ensuring the safety of embryos giving IVF patients a peace of mind.
- Serving my country from 2002 to 2012 during the GWOT on two naval deployments, two middle east deployments to Dubai, UAE and Bagdad, Iraq.
- Providing struggling veterans trips to enjoy the outdoors by backpacking in the mountains to enjoy the comradery they have been missing since separating from the military.
Timeline
Lead Installer
TMRW Life Sciences Inc
10.2019 - Current
Lyophilizer Facilities Maintenance Engineer
BACHEM Americas Inc
04.2017 - 09.2019
Sr. Refrigeration Tech/ HVAC/R Administrator
Beckman Coulter
04.2016 - 04.2017
Mechanical Technician III
PACIRA Pharmaceuticals
04.2014 - 04.2015
Technician II
Cascade Scietific
02.2014 - 04.2015
Lead Refrigeration Technician
Scientific Services Plus Inc.
09.2012 - 01.2014
HVAC Technician
C And L Refrigeration
04.2012 - 09.2012
Technician II
GEN-PROBE
12.2011 - 04.2012
Petty Officer Second Class
U.S. Navy Active Duty
02.2002 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
National University
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