To seek opportunity for growth in an organization where I can grow professionally and further enhance my skills, knowledge and experience within my career.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Reagent Manufacturing Technician
Pacific Biosciences
02.2023 - Current
Perform assigned duties according to production schedule and manually fill tubes using bulk reagents and final packaging by following work instructions.
Perform RIR (Receive incoming Report), monthly cycle count of inventory, QC tubing and kits.
Formulate bulk reagents using aseptic techniques according to manufacturing instructions.
Assist in Preventative Maintenance of Zebra Printers.
Testing and updating all required Batch Records on MES.
Participate in process improvement projects to improve efficiencies and support business needs.
Support QC testing and release of reagent products as assigned.
Order lab supplies and manufacturing materials as needed or directed by Manager.
Follow all established lab procedures and using GMP.
Support Chip Department by performing and inspecting for chips. Process includes Dry Sort Prep, Wafer Binning and Final Packaging.
Operate production equipment (Thermal Press Sealer) and hand tools while maintaining safe cleanroom practices.
Recorded process data, lot information, and work orders in MES.
Prepared materials, kits, and workstations to sustain uninterrupted production flow.
Followed GMP, ISO, and safety procedures to maintain consistent product quality.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve build issues and improve manufacturing efficiency.
Troubleshoot equipment issues, minimizing downtime and keeping production on track to meet deadlines.
Increased overall productivity by training new technicians and providing ongoing support to team members.
Help improve production efficiency by implementing standardized procedures and streamlining workflow.
Reagent Manufacturing Technician III
Pacific Biosciences - Menlo Park, CA
12.2017 - 02.2023
Understand lab procedure by following GMP and work instruction.
Assist and perform in setting-up and operate automated plate filling equipment using Scinomix.
General housekeeping.
Print and apply labels for all production work orders such as boxes, bags, plates and tubes.
Responsible for manual filling or using automated equipment for capping, labeling tubes and kits for production order on a daily basis.
Perform final packaging using cold tables.
Assist in process improvement for work instruction.
Perform Wafer Handling by using vacuum wand.
Perform Contact Angle on chips using a microscope.
QC Micro Technician
Grifols - Emeryville, CA
11.2016 - 12.2017
Follow SOPs and GMP
Inspect incoming materials for production use
Perform proper cleaning techniques for work area and equipment
Perform daily, weekly and monthly monitoring of Air particles and Utilities.
Assist with sample receipt as directed by supervisor
Collect samples of Air particles and Utilities from various sites for testing purposes.
Using Aseptic Technique when collecting samples and processing samples
Assist in Process Validation
Utilize GLIMS program to create worklists, print labels and data entry
Comply with Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) requirements
Manufacturing Instrument Tech I
Abaxis - Union City, CA
04.2016 - 10.2016
Maintain compliance with QMS of ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 13485:2003
Document activities using MProg, AMS and ARS programs
Perform safely within a biohazard environment
Perform electromechanical assembly or disassemble of instrument
Able to read and understand the assembly drawing
Follow GMP, general safety rules and SOPs
Set-up, operate and monitor production equipments until run is complete
Package instruments for shipping
Update software from the instrument to the latest version
Able to troubleshoot instrument if errors present
QC Inspector
Pacific Die Cut Industries - Hayward, CA
02.2015 - 12.2015
Comply with QMS of ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 13485:2003
Understanding of sampling plan using ANSI/ASQ Z1.4-2008
Assist in internal auditing
Perform incoming and receiving inspection of raw materials with accuracy and verifying documents
Perform in-process inspection to ensure products meet quality specifications and record onto PPM spreadsheet
Create "Certificate of Compliance" as required
Understanding of customer drawing
Perform First Article Inspection Report (FAIR) using MicroVU instrument
Create DMR for MRB and assist in CAR if there is any nonconformance within the production
Perform in-house calibration tools by using gauge blocks for calipers and cleaning of any debris
Product Builder I
Penumbra - Alameda, CA
02.2014 - 03.2015
Comply with Federal QSR of ISO 13485
Assemble catheter in clean room environment
Record the lot history records
Follow work instructions, SOPs and safety policies
Perform in-process inspection using microscope, caliper, snap gauge and ruler
Set-up and operate manufacturing equipment
Maintain housekeeping practices
Package and label for shipment according to work instructions
Reagent Production Technician
IntegenX - Pleasanton, CA
08.2012 - 05.2013
Clean work area before starting the production by using 70% IPA spray bottles and wipes
Operate automated dispensing pipette or manual pipette in clean room environment
Perform packaging and labeling according to work instruction
Using Expandable Software program for tracking work orders and making transaction
Support QC if needed
Provide new input on SOPs
Prepare buffers for production using work instruction
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