Joseph Anderson
Brick,NJ
Summary
Process-focused engineering specialist with 11+ years of GMP pharmaceutical manufacturing experience across both commercial production and R&D kilo-lab environments. Proven track record of leading process optimization initiatives, equipment improvements, and troubleshooting efforts for bioconjugates and small molecule processing. Experienced in GMP compliance, isolator containment systems, and process scale up operations. Currently completing a Bachelor’s degree in Biology at Kean University (May 2026) while contributing expertise to process development and equipment optimization at Merck.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Specialist
Merck & Co
Rahway, NJ
02.2022 - Current
- Designed and implemented a custom multi-port system enabling up to seven PAT streams through a single vessel port, improving equipment functionality and process monitoring capabilities.
- Directed a solid charge process improvement project, enhancing process safety and operational efficiency for potent compound handling.
- Led upstream bioconjugation process operations, improving workflow efficiency and operational reliability.
- Optimized cleaning and sanitization procedures for kilo-lab equipment to ensure GMP compliance and improve turnaround efficiency.
- Provide engineering input for potent compound laboratory upgrades, including utilities, containment systems, and process equipment.
- Commission and develop operational expertise with multiple pieces of process equipment across varying scales.
- Provide technical expertise in jacketed glass reactors, including setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
- Executed process setups for small molecule projects, including reaction systems, distillation, filtration, and scrubbing operations, ensuring seamless workflow.
- Troubleshoot equipment failures and coordinate maintenance solutions to maintain operational continuity.
- Support isolator containment systems used in potent compound processing.
- Collaborated with vendors to design and fabricate custom equipment components and consumables, streamlining operational efficiency.
- Generate work orders and perform corrective actions to maintain GMP compliance and operational readiness.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within a fast-paced R&D manufacturing environment.
Compounder II / Lead Production Technician
Renaissance Pharma
Lakewood, NJ
03.2014 - 04.2021
- Led and trained production teams performing commercial batch manufacturing and sterile cleanroom operations.
- Executed large-scale batch production, ensuring compliance with GMP batch records and process documentation to maintain quality standards.
- Supported large-scale pharmaceutical manufacturing operations within a GMP-regulated sterile production facility.
- Supported manufacturing processes from formulation and batching to filling and packaging, contributing to seamless production flow and product integrity.
- Operated and maintained equipment used in sterile filling and packaging operations.
- Performed cleaning, assembly, and maintenance of process equipment and sterile filling components in a controlled environment.
- Prepared and autoclaved manifolds for aseptic processing operations.
- Assisted in developing batch records, SOPs, and production documentation, enhancing operational consistency and regulatory compliance.
- Received multiple MVP awards recognizing performance and leadership contributions.
Education
Bachelor's - Biology
Kean University
Union, NJ05-2026
Associate's - General Science/Biology
Ocean County College
Toms River, NJ12-2021
Skills
- Process Engineering
- Process optimization and troubleshooting
- Bioconjugation processing
- Kilo-lab operations
- Reaction setup
- Process improvement initiatives
- Root cause analysis
- GMP & Compliance
- GMP manufacturing environments
- Cleaning/sanitization SOP support
- Jacketed glass reactors
- Isolator containment systems
- Chillers and process utilities
- Distillation, filtration, and scrubbing systems
- Equipment commissioning and troubleshooting
- Vendor collaboration and equipment customization
- Cleanroom and potent compound laboratory operations
- Process safety and containment
Timeline
Engineering Specialist
Merck & Co
02.2022 - Current
Compounder II / Lead Production Technician
Renaissance Pharma
03.2014 - 04.2021
Bachelor's - Biology
Kean University
Associate's - General Science/Biology
Ocean County College