Hasante Johnson
Bora Pharmaceuticals
Baltimore,MD
1
Certification
26
years of professional experience
Results-oriented Team Lead with expertise in lean manufacturing practices, including 5S and 6S methodologies. Focused on continuous process improvement and innovative solutions to enhance operational efficiency. Recognized for ability to quickly master new processes and drive team performance in high-demand environments.
Work History
Manufacturing Shift Lead
2 Years 5 Months- Led and executed manufacturing process steps per SOPs, batch records, SLRs, and control systems, ensuring consistent cGMP compliance.
- Acted as process‑step expert, coordinating and directing critical operations across the shift.
- Planned and scheduled shift activities, allocating resources for production and validation to meet project deadlines.
- Ensured accurate shift‑exchange communication by documenting issues and operational updates in real time for seamless transitions.
- Completed and reviewed cGMP documentation (batch records, SLRs, logbooks, deviations) with ALCOA+ accuracy.
- Developed and updated controlled documents, including SOPs, batch records, and equipment logs.
- Managed personal training requirements and trained associates, reinforcing GMP and aseptic best practices.
- Coached team members and provided performance feedback, supporting Supervisor in evaluations to foster a high-performing team environment.
Cell Therapy Specialist II
2 Years- Monitor, clean, prepare and operate sophisticated automated cell processing, cell expansion, and fill and finish equipment for autologous stem cells transplants
- Managed propagation of human cells, specifically T cells, in a controlled laboratory environment.
- Conducted filter testing to ensure quality and sterility of cell processing equipment.
- Follow and adhere to SOPs CGMP regulations with the ability to accurately complete documentation associated with commercial manufacturing
- Executed BSC aseptic/sterile techniques in grade A and B clean room environments to maintain product integrity
- Adhered to SOPs and CGMP regulations, accurately completing documentation for commercial manufacturing compliance
- Perform Filter testing
- Experienced in MES/PASX, SAP, Oracle EBS, HMI, MS Word, Excel, track wise, Microsoft outlook and Blue Mountain
- Communicate with different departments for escalations such as MSAT, QA, QC, Facilities and Document Control
Manufacturing Process Technician III
3 Years 9 Months- Operates off daily production schedule and prioritizes work efficiently
- Performs weight checks and helps maintain accurate inventory levels of raw materials
- Operates Bio safety cabinets and demonstrates aseptic techniques
- Runs washers, autoclaves and assembles solution prep tanks
- Assembles and cleans process equipment
- Monitors processes and performs SIP, CIP, and manual cleaning
- Completed production records while maintaining clean room environment in compliance with regulatory requirements
- Executed basic troubleshooting procedures for equipment malfunctions.
- Able to work in a large-scale manufacturing facility and complete documentation in adherence with GMP and ISO requirements
Manufacturing Process Technician II
4 Years 11 Months- Operate Fluid bed for wet and dry granulation
- Add API and excipient for wet granulation
- Added API and excipient for wet granulation to ensure product formulation integrity
- Set-ups adjust and disassemble equipment for production and cleaning
- Verify raw materials for product names and weights prior to processing
- Documented fluid bed readings according to cGmp and Sops to maintain compliance and quality standards
- Visually inspect products for defects and quality prior to discharge
- Checked tablets for physical defects such as sticking, chipping, and capping throughout compression run to uphold product quality
- Conducted in-process checks for average weight, thickness, and hardness.
- Performed Logo checks during compression
Manufacturing Packaging Operator
3 Years 11 Months- Operated solid dose equipment in a manufacturing environment
- Performed line-specific duties including line inspection and release to ensure product quality and compliance
- Routinely performed line-specific duties including line inspection and release
- Set up and adjusted equipment including tablet fillers, capers, induction sealers, bottle labelers, check weighers, cartons, and palletizers.
- Examined products to detect defects or other visual problems
- Trained and certified in SAP and MES systems to enhance operational efficiency and system utilization
Granulation Machine Operator
9 Years 2 Months- Operated Fluid bed for wet and dry granulation
- Verified raw materials for product names and weights, ensuring compliance with specifications prior to processing
- Set-ups adjust and disassemble equipment for production and cleaning
- Performed set-ups for production equipment to ensure operational readiness. adjust and disassemble equipment for production and cleaning
- Inspected products for defects and quality, maintaining standards before discharge
- Documented fluid bed readings, adhering to GMP and SOP for accurate record-keeping
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Aseptic Technique — Grade A/B sterile operations
Batch Record Review — ALCOA+ GDP accuracy
Cleanroom Gowning — Contamination‑control discipline
Biological Safety Cabinet — First‑air aseptic manipulations
Sterile Filtration & Filling — Tubing assembly
closed‑system work
Cell Culture Equipment — Incubators
orbital shakers
WAVE
Cell Counting Systems — Vi‑Cell
Nova analyzers
Autoclave & Depyrogenation — Sterilization cycles
Inventory Management — SAP transactions
Certification
- Forklift Certification
- OSHA Certification
- MSDS Certification
- White Belt
- Yellow Belt
Timeline
Manufacturing Shift Lead
Bora Pharmaceuticals
03.2024 - CurrentRead More
Cell Therapy Specialist II
Emergent BioSolutions
03.2022 - 03.2024Read More
Manufacturing Process Technician III
Astrazeneca
06.2018 - 03.2022Read More
Manufacturing Process Technician II
Patheon Pharmaceutical
07.2013 - 06.2018Read More
Manufacturing Packaging Operator
Nbty Pharmaceutical
08.2009 - 07.2013Read More
Granulation Machine Operator
Leiner Health Products
06.2000 - 08.2009Read More
Continental Academy
High School Diploma
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