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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Relevant Training Certifications
Experience And Skills
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Julieth Saportas Valencia

Arecibo,Puerto Rico

Summary

With a robust background at Bristol Myers Squibb, I excel in regulatory compliance and cross-functional collaboration. My expertise in process improvement and bilingual communication has significantly enhanced manufacturing efficiency, including a 50% reduction in delivery times. My leadership in auditing and technical writing underscores my ability to drive project success and compliance excellence.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Manufacturing Batch Record Review to Parenteral Vial Area

Bristol Myers Squibb
Manatí, Puerto Rico
03.2020 - Current
  • Responsible for the online/offline review and approval, from the DPO standpoint, of manufacturing batch records associated with all manufacturing processes.
  • Review and approval of process-related documentation, such as logbooks and cleaning forms, among others, and oversight of manufacturing activities to assure that they are carried out within the framework of corporate and governmental policies and regulations (cGMPs).
  • Reviews procedures, batch records, and/or forms to assure updates with current practices, audits, or cGMP, and to address the requirements of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
  • Performs batch record reviews for the manufacturing of different stages to ensure compliance with established procedures and documentation requirements, as well as cGMP regulations.
  • Audits the executed batch record for all products manufactured at the site.
  • This involves, but is not limited to, the review of products and components reconciliation, completeness and correctness of information, in-process testing, sampling, expiration date, operation sequence, and repeatability of the process.
  • Alerts management on trends noted in the evaluated process, and verifies actions taken to restate control and participate in the prevention and identification of root causes and internal complaints to pursue permanent corrective measures.
  • Evaluate reports and documents regarding the nature of the incident and/or deviations at the time of occurrence during document verification to determine the immediate corrective actions to be taken, and follow up on the investigation, cause, corrective/preventive actions, and documentation requirements.
  • Categorize and report documentation errors and deviations to make management aware of trends, and focus on the required corrective measures.
  • Support investigations providing supplemented information related to Sterile Operations events.
  • Reconcile all documentation received by Documentation before delivering Quality Assurance.
  • Coordinate the printing of all documents related to each lot manufactured by the Parenteral Vial Area according to the process order.
  • Be pending all requirements of manufacturing to comply with the process.
  • Provide training when it is required.

Document Management Administrator, Quality Compliance

Bristol Myers Squibb
Manatí, Puerto Rico
05.2014 - 02.2020
  • Provide first level system/user support
  • Assign document numbers
  • Export documents for revision
  • Print Paper Backup of Master copy and maintain file for contingency purposes
  • Update Document Index
  • Send an updated list with the obsoleted documents in monthly basis
  • Provide copies of Paper Backup of Master when system is unavailable
  • Create and reproduce lot specific documents for the manufacturing and packaging batch records
  • Initiate Change Request Workflows (New, Revise, Obsolete, Periodic Review, Editorial).
  • Review documents for proper format, spelling and presentation of content
  • Assist in updating table of contents and document history
  • Initiate Periodic Review workflow and follow through for completion
  • For Technical, Risk Assessment and Compliance Documents: Assign document number
  • Upload document and select appropriate workflow according to CRG
  • Print, assemble, revise and check all Control Documents required by the plant
  • Support to Record Management system to archived documentation release and sent to Iron Mountain
  • Provide Training when is required

Senior Manufacturing Technician

Bristol Myers Squibb
Manatí, Puerto Rico
10.2007 - 05.2014
  • Performed all processes related to parenteral manufacturing, including preparations, formulation, and filling, ensuring adherence to quality standards, cGMP guidelines, and regulatory requirements throughout the production cycle
  • Support the validation and qualification of parenteral vial areas and aseptic processing equipment, including Isolators, Filling Machine, Lyophilization Process, Preparations and Formulations, ensuring equipment met regulatory standards
  • Assist with process validation events, contributing to IQ/OQ protocols and final reports for regulatory submissions
  • Played a key role in technology transfer projects, supporting process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Operate and maintain processes in the Biopharmaceutical Formulation Area, including the management of formulation tanks, Cleaning in Place (CIP), and Sterilization in Place (SIP) systems, ensuring compliance with established procedures, regulatory standards, and operational efficiency
  • Support to close CAPA (Corrective Actions, Prevent actions) for Parenteral Vials area
  • Review and audit the Batch Records, SOPs and Documents related for the Validation of Parenteral Vial Area to approve Commercial Products
  • Review and audit the Batch Records, and all document related with commercial Products
  • Provide Training when is required

Packaging Operator

Bristol Myers Squibb
Manatí, Puerto Rico
02.2006 - 10.2007
  • Worked in reviewing of Standard Operation Procedures for Packaging Department, prepare the SOP’s Training for Parenteral Area in Packaging Department

Independent Contractor for the Department of Control and Automation

Corn Products International (Maizena)
, Colombia
01.1998 - 01.2003
  • Validation data in line equipment vs data Laboratory to use as Control Variables in the different zones of production

Supervisor Quality Control

Ingenio Providencia S.A.
Cerrito, Colombia
01.1993 - 01.2003
  • Prepare COA for different Markets for Sugar Industry
  • Prepare Production Report Suppliers
  • Prepare Manufacturing Reports daily, Monthly, and annual
  • Schedule report for Operators, Report of Operator labor hourly to Finance
  • Designed new process routes to eliminate production backlogs and this resulted in the reduction of 50 % on delivery time and faster delivery
  • I held several positions, such as Material Analyst in Process, Finish Product, Analyst, Raw Material Analyst and Statistic
  • Helped in unifying positions and the reductions of over time
  • Crosscheck and Calibration of Analytical Equipment

Education

Manufacturing Competitiveness -

Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico
San Juan, Puerto Rico
01.2017

Production Management -

Universidad Icesi
Cali, Colombia
01.2002

Bachelor’s degree - chemistry

Universidad del Valle
Cali, Colombia
01.1991

Skills

  • Manufacturing expertise
  • Regulatory Compliance and Documentation
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration & Project Management
  • Technical Writing and Communication
  • Process Improvement and Troubleshooting
  • Auditing and reviewing manufacturing documents
  • Technical Writing and Documentation
  • Process Improvement in Manufacturing Documentation
  • Manufacturing Equipment Qualification (MEQ)
  • Cross-Functional Team Leadership and Collaboration
  • Project Management and Time Management
  • Troubleshooting & Process Optimization
  • Risk Assessment and Process Capability Analysis
  • Statistical Process Control (SPC)
  • Bilingual Communication (English/Spanish)

References

Available upon request

Relevant Training Certifications

  • How to Write Procedure and Work Instruction to Reduce Human Error, Business Excellence Consulting, Inc., San Juan, Puerto Rico
  • Batch Record Review Process: 2020 FDA, EU and Canada Regulatory Requirement, Key Elements of the Review Process & Emerging Technologies, Pharma Webinars
  • Quality Auditor Certification (CQA), Business Excellence Consulting, Inc., San Juan, Puerto Rico
  • Technical Writing Principles Applied to Regulatory Documents
  • Biotechnology, Universidad de Puerto Rico, Arecibo, Puerto Rico
  • Electrician and Electronic Basic Principles, Bayamon, Puerto Rico
  • Computer Science: Windows, Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Word
  • Statistical Software to assure repeatability and reproducibility information, Universidad Del Valle, Cali, Colombia
  • Management Skills, Centro Experimental de Aprendizaje, Sena, Cali, Colombia
  • Professional Ethics and Human Values, Centro Experimental de Aprendizaje, Sena, Cali, Colombia
  • Sugar Chemistry and Biotechnology, Universidad Del Valle, Cali, Colombia

Experience And Skills

Over 18 years of experience in aseptic processing with isolation technology, parenteral manufacturing process, and biopharmaceutical formulation. Expertise in audit and review Batch Records, Forms, protocols, final reports, and regulatory submissions, ensuring full compliance with FDA regulations, cGMP standards, and Industry current practices., Expertise in preparing and reviewing SOPs, batch records, Forms and all document regulatory submissions to ensure compliance with FDA, cGMP, and OSHA regulations. In-depth knowledge of regulatory standards and guidelines required for the manufacturing lifecycle of parenteral and biological products., Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, including external and internal collaboration, and manage multiple complex projects, ensuring that timelines and production goals are met while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance. Skilled in project management, time management, and prioritization in fast-paced environments, with a focus on meeting deadlines and managing competing priorities., Advanced technical writing skills, including the development of Procedures, Batch Record and Forms, technical reports, and regulatory documents. Strong communication skills (both written and oral) in English and Spanish, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences., Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills, with a focus on process optimization to resolve issues, reduce variability, and improve efficiency. Knowledge in product and process development, including manufacturing scale-up, continuous process improvement, and troubleshooting, while ensuring all activities conform to departmental standards and comply with regulatory requirement. Proficient in Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Process Capability analysis to enhance manufacturing performance and ensure product consistency.

Timeline

Manufacturing Batch Record Review to Parenteral Vial Area

Bristol Myers Squibb
03.2020 - Current

Document Management Administrator, Quality Compliance

Bristol Myers Squibb
05.2014 - 02.2020

Senior Manufacturing Technician

Bristol Myers Squibb
10.2007 - 05.2014

Packaging Operator

Bristol Myers Squibb
02.2006 - 10.2007

Independent Contractor for the Department of Control and Automation

Corn Products International (Maizena)
01.1998 - 01.2003

Supervisor Quality Control

Ingenio Providencia S.A.
01.1993 - 01.2003

Manufacturing Competitiveness -

Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico

Production Management -

Universidad Icesi

Bachelor’s degree - chemistry

Universidad del Valle
Julieth Saportas Valencia