Jason Toscano
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Dynamic Upstream Manufacturing Lead at Avid Bioservices with expertise in process improvement and team leadership. Successfully implemented a comprehensive training program and led cross-functional initiatives to enhance communication and operational efficiency. Proven ability in root cause analysis and technical investigations, driving improvements in production and compliance within a multi-product facility.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Upstream Manufacturing Lead Associate
Avid Bioservices
Tustin, CA
06.2021 - Current
- Created and implemented an on-the-job training program to ensure that newly hired operators received high-quality training to perform their roles.
- Led the development of a cross-functional team to identify and close gaps in communication between our manufacturing and facilities departments.
- Provide support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Lead the operation and maintenance of mammalian cell culture bioreactors in a variety of modes (Batch, Fed-Batch, Perfusion) in a multi-product facility.
- Lead and conduct investigations as they pertain to processes, facilities, and equipment to determine root causes and corrective/preventive actions.
- Lead and train operators on critical processes (Thaw, Expansion, Inoculation, Harvest, Tangential Flow Filtration).
- Assist in the transfer of technology from PD and MSAT to cGMP Manufacturing.
- Execution of validation protocols (IQ, OQ, PQ) on major assets.
- Revise and review Batch Production Records (BPRs), SOPs, and forms.
- Identify and address technical, procedural, and equipment issues that hinder production and compliance.
- Lead the assembly of process systems and components.
Engineering Intern
Southern California Gas Company
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Conducted on-site equipment and process audits on commercial and industrial natural gas consumers.
- Evaluated potential hazards associated with new or modified processes.
- Prepared technical reports detailing findings from process audits that were sent directly to the customer.
- Collaborated with customers to implement solutions to improve energy efficiency.
Education
B.S. - Chemical Engineering
California State University
Long Beach05.2019
Skills
- Process control/Process validation
- Team leadership
- Root cause analysis/CAPA
- ISO 9001:2015; 21 CFR Part 211
- Aseptic technique
- Technical reporting
- EIT License
- Heat/mass transfer
- Bioreactor design and operation
- Equipment maintenance
Timeline
Upstream Manufacturing Lead Associate
Avid Bioservices
06.2021 - Current
Engineering Intern
Southern California Gas Company
01.2019 - 05.2019
B.S. - Chemical Engineering
California State University