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Jamil Bost

New Castle,DE

Summary

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Chemical Plant Operator

Ashland Specialty Ingredients
10.2022 - Current
    • Played an active role during emergency response situations by following established protocols and applying critical thinking skills under pressure.
    • Trained new operators in correct operation procedures, ensuring consistent performance across shifts.
    • Participated in regular safety training sessions to stay current with industry best practices and reinforce company-wide commitment to safety excellence.
    • Prepared detailed shift reports for management review, providing insight into daily operations, incidents, or deviations from normal conditions at the facility.
    • Collaborated with research and development teams to test new processes or technologies, providing valuable feedback for potential scale-up to full production capacity.
    • Ensured safety compliance with strict adherence to industry regulations, company guidelines, and proper handling of hazardous materials.
    • Stored, retrieved, mixed, and monitored chemicals used in production process.
    • Operated lab equipment for chemical tests and verification of product quality produced during run.
    • Used panel boards, control boards and semi-automatic equipment to control or operate chemical processes and systems of machines.
    • Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in the face of changing production demands, seamlessly transitioning between tasks as needed to support overall efficiency.
    • Operated manual pallet jacks and forklifts to move and store materials.
    • Sealed products by applying appropriate fastenings and ties and confirmed seal integrity to prevent product and packaging damage.
    • Maintained optimal equipment performance by carrying out simple hourly maintenance on machines.
    • Reduced production downtime 40% through quick problem-solving and rapid equipment repairs, eliminating excessive use of outside repair vendors and overtime.

Manufacturing Technician 3

Hologic, Inc.
02.2014 - Current
    • Upheld strict quality standards throughout all stages of production, resulting in consistently reliable medical devices for end users.
    • Carry out troubleshooting efforts for equipment malfunctions or process anomalies within the cleanroom facility, contributing experience in problem resolution efforts.
    • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly mastering new techniques and technologies introduced in the workplace: performed in the role as Subject Matter Expert for 5 of 10 processes.
    • Managed and monitored processes and machine systems by observing readings on control boards.
    • Optimized inventory management by accurately tracking component usage and maintaining proper stock levels for essential parts.
    • Aided in the development of new processes by collaborating with cross-functional teams on continuous improvement initiatives.
    • Supported quality control efforts through accurate documentation of batch records, equipment logs, and other essential data.
    • Reduced downtime for maintenance by performing regular inspections and preventative measures.
    • Maintain GMP cleanliness to ISO 5 & 7 cleanrooms: autoclaving, removing of hazardous & nonhazardous waste, and organization.
    • Trained new hires as well as existing staff on various processes.
    • Perform detailed in-process inspection of medical devices: determine if product is acceptable. Initiate Non Conformance Reviews on any product outside of conformance.
    • Provided technical support during process audits, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
    • Maintain and be responsible for the calibration and maintenance of high precision inspection tools.
    • Provide hands-on support to internal and external Repair staff during equipment install projects.
    • Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
    • Completed other duties as assigned.

Manufacturing Technician 2

MedImmune, Inc
04.2010 - 10.2013

Performed functions related to the processing of FDA approved drug products, ensuring product compliance to established current Good Manufacturing Practices.

  • Examine manufacturer product labels, Quality Control release tags, and Batch Production Records to verify issued/ staged raw materials are ready for release.
  • Operated pharmaceutical production machinery and followed the procedures for manufacturing such as thaw, weighing, blending, fill, and stage.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues, minimizing downtime to keep production on track to meet deadlines.
  • Monitored the manufacturing processes and implemented control factors to keep production within acceptable limits.
  • Cleaned manufacturing rooms and equipment per SOP's.
  • Identified potential process improvements for the department.
  • Worked with engineers and Shift Leads to resolve line issues and initiate line clearances,
  • Completed documentation associated with manufacturing processes with detail and accuracy.
  • Maintained up-to-date statuses on all job related training modules.
  • Execute machine changeovers from batch to batch.
  • Completed environmental monitoring prior to shift production.
  • Adhered to aseptic gowning and all cleanroom expectations.
  • Sampled batches for quality assurance; executed in- process product quality checks and documented accurately.
  • Participated in continuous improvement projects of moderate scope.
  • Participated in shift huddles, safety teams,5S projects, etc.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Education

No Degree - Environmental Science

University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Princess Anne, MD

High School Diploma -

Chester High School
Chester, PA
06.1996

Skills

  • Continuous Improvement Initiatives
  • 10 years in experience in cGMP
  • Adaptability to Change
  • Strong communication skills (both written & verbally)
  • Lean manufacturing principles
  • 10 years experience in Product Testing
  • Demonstrated ability to work with minimum supervision as well as part of dynamic team
  • 10 years of problem solving skills
  • Regulatory Compliance Awareness
  • Process Control Expertise
  • Strong Math & Analytical skills
  • ISO 9001
  • Forklift certification
  • Performance testing aptitude

Timeline

Chemical Plant Operator

Ashland Specialty Ingredients
10.2022 - Current

Manufacturing Technician 3

Hologic, Inc.
02.2014 - Current

Manufacturing Technician 2

MedImmune, Inc
04.2010 - 10.2013

No Degree - Environmental Science

University of Maryland Eastern Shore

High School Diploma -

Chester High School
Jamil Bost