Henry Minja
Manvel
Summary
Seasoned operations and quality executive with 16+ years of progressive leadership across pharmaceuticals, medical device manufacturing, laboratory research, and engineering environments. Distinguished for advancing operational excellence, generating substantial cost efficiencies, accelerating productivity, and elevating organizational performance through data-driven decision-making, lean methodologies, and disciplined process governance. Demonstrated capability in leading large, complex teams - overseeing more than 560 associates, 15 supervisors, and 10 managers - while optimizing manufacturing systems, strengthening regulatory and GMP/ISO compliance, and executing high-impact, cross-functional initiatives in fast-paced, highly regulated settings. Methodical director with several years of comprehensive experience overseeing daily operations of company or organization. Hardworking and versatile professional well-versed in executing business strategies, preparing and implementing business plans and overseeing financial performance. Thorough knowledge of market changes and trends paired with strong grasp of corporate finance and performance measures.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ass. Director/ Sr. Product Line Manager, Custom PAK
Alcon
05.2022 - Current
- Lead production of sterile pharmaceutical products, ensuring safety, quality, operational efficiency, and financial performance.
- $1.2M cost savings via 6S deployment and process optimization.
- Reduced overhead by $500K
- Improved productivity, safety compliance, and regulatory alignment across operations.
- Delivered continuous improvement upgrades to aseptic processes, labor utilization, and raw material efficiency.
- Managed significant site-wide projects and contributed to strategic planning initiatives.
- Built strong team capability through coaching, training, and performance management.
Logistics, Retail, and Food Processing
Small Business Owner
01.2010 - Current
Product Line Manager (A.I.)
Alcon
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Led 10 Managers, 15 Supervisors and supported ~560 associates across Custom PAK operations.
- 8% productivity increase through lean methodologies.
- $230K cost savings via 6S deployment and process optimization.
- Reduced contractor turnaround time by 1.2% in 4 months.
- Achieved zero backorders (first since 2017).
- Reduced overtime to $0 and improved associate engagement to all-time high.
- Successfully facilitated SAP implementation and major manufacturing system upgrades.
Manager, Quality Operations Engineering
Alcon
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Led a team of 8 quality engineers ensuring compliance with FDA (21 CFR 820), ISO, and GMP standards.
- Directed non-conformance management, product quarantine, and root cause investigations.
- Improved real-time quality documentation and cross-department collaboration.
- Led procedural updates and continuous improvement initiatives.
Supervisor, Quality Operations Engineering
Alcon
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Oversaw floor audits, NC reporting, quality reviews, and trend analysis.
- Led process improvement projects and training programs.
- Enhanced compliance, documentation accuracy, and product quality.
Manager, Manufacturing
Alcon
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Managed 40–80 operators and ensured production delivery, quality, and training.
- Reduced quality complaints from 129 CPM to 70 CPM.
- Saved $75,000/year through labor reallocation (Green Belt project).
- Implemented 6S, improved throughput, and led Kaizen initiatives.
Graduate Student, Research Scientist II
MD Anderson Cancer Center
01.2007 - 01.2014
- Conducted advanced oncology experiments under ISO guidelines. Experienced in PCR, Western Blot, BCA, DNA/RNA extraction, genotyping, mass spectrometry, and experimental design.
- Sample preparation, protein analysis, cloning, and radiation-based cancer studies.
Engineering Assembly & Controls Validation
National Oilwell Varco
01.2009 - 12.2009
Associate Scientist
Muhimbili Medical Center
01.2004 - 12.2004
- Led malaria research studies, sample preparation, patient monitoring, and public health education.
Education
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
Texas A & M
University Of Texas A & M04-2018
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Houston
University Of Houston05-2009
Some College (No Degree) - Radiation Oncology
MD Anderson
Houston, TXSkills
- Operational Excellence
- Lean manufacturing
- Supply chain management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Financial planning
- Business strategy
- Capital spending
- Risk management
- Lean Six Sigma (LSSBB)
- Project Management
- GMP/ISO Compliance
- Strategic Planning
- Leadership & Coaching
- Training & Development
- Quality Systems
- Crisis management
- Negotiation
- Visionary leadership
- CAPA
- Data Analysis
- Process Optimization
- Continuous Improvement
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Certification
- PMP – Project Management Professional
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt & Green Belt
- Certified Quality Engineer
- CAPA Investigator
- TWI – Training Within Industry
- Kepner-Tregoe Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Leadership GPS Developmental Program
Phone
- Mobile, +1 832 660 1695
- International, +255 797 978734
Select Projects
- CPK Assembly Optimization, Lead, 12% Productivity
- BREXIT DFU Change, Project Lead, Compliance
- Puma Line Throughput Improvement, 35% Volume Improvement
- SAP Deployment & Manufacturing Cutover, ERP System Improvement Compliance
- PAT Improvement, Mentor, $540K
- NMD Receptor Cell Recognition, Lead
- Proton Therapy T-Cell Growth Study, Lead, 8% Process Improvement
- CPK Line Clearance and Production Planning system improvement, $1.2M
Timeline
Ass. Director/ Sr. Product Line Manager, Custom PAK
Alcon
05.2022 - Current
Product Line Manager (A.I.)
Alcon
05.2021 - 05.2022
Manager, Quality Operations Engineering
Alcon
01.2021 - 01.2022
Supervisor, Quality Operations Engineering
Alcon
01.2018 - 01.2021
Manager, Manufacturing
Alcon
01.2015 - 01.2018
Logistics, Retail, and Food Processing
Small Business Owner
01.2010 - Current
Engineering Assembly & Controls Validation
National Oilwell Varco
01.2009 - 12.2009
Graduate Student, Research Scientist II
MD Anderson Cancer Center
01.2007 - 01.2014
Associate Scientist
Muhimbili Medical Center
01.2004 - 12.2004
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
Texas A & M
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Houston
Some College (No Degree) - Radiation Oncology
MD Anderson