Kanika Ajmani
Summary
Outstanding time management, communications, organizing, and multitasking skills. Goal and solution-oriented leader with the ability to motivate and coach others. Background in pharmaceutical manufacturing, biotech R&D, and bench-top finished product testing. Additional background in hotel and logistics management.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Training Coordinator
Johnson and Johnson
06.2022 - Current
- Meet quarterly, semi-annual, and annual goals in a number driven environment.
- Managed budgets for training programs, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for maximum impact.
- Communicating with leadership to identify training needs in a team based, cross-functional environment.
- Investigations writing and assisting with train-the-trainer project.
- Leading new hire orientation and setting the expectation for a successful training period.
- Weekly meetings with the new hires to ensure on-track training deadlines are met.
- Drive continuous improvement of the training team leveraging own observations as well as input of team members
- Optimized scheduling logistics for multiple simultaneous trainings by coordinating with department managers and instructors to ensure minimal disruptions to daily operations.
Operations Manager
Port Logistics Group
09.2018 - 12.2022
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
Manufacturing Operations Lead
Johnson and Johnson
04.2021 - 06.2022
- Execute production of autologous CAR-T products for clinical and commercial operations in accordance with cGMP and SOP's, using aseptic techniques.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Lead Scientist
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories
03.2020 - 04.2021
- Leading a team for finished product testing using HPLC, UPLC, Karl Fisher, and UV-vis analysis
- Additional duties included ensuring all required timelines are met by the team, Investigation writing, building CAPA's
- Preparing solutions, samples, and standards; reconstitution techniques, and physical testing, were also integrated as job duties.
- Led cross-functional teams to successfully complete complex scientific projects on time and within budget.
Supervisor
Cambria Hotel
12.2018 - 03.2020
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
Research Student
Tran-Ba lab, Towson University
12.2018 - 12.2019
- Imaging of Single-Molecule Ionic Interactions of Lithium Ions in Poly(Ethylene Oxide)
- Major responsibilities include imaging, preparing samples, and managing the new built microscope.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and budget constraints.
- Assessed data using scientific methods while following important specifications.
Manager
Pizza Hut
12.2012 - 12.2018
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Towson University
MD12.2019
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Presentation
- Coordination and Management
- Aseptic Open Lab Manipulations
- Laboratory Techniques
Languages
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Training Coordinator
Johnson and Johnson
06.2022 - Current
Manufacturing Operations Lead
Johnson and Johnson
04.2021 - 06.2022
Lead Scientist
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories
03.2020 - 04.2021
Supervisor
Cambria Hotel
12.2018 - 03.2020
Research Student
Tran-Ba lab, Towson University
12.2018 - 12.2019
Operations Manager
Port Logistics Group
09.2018 - 12.2022
Manager
Pizza Hut
12.2012 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Towson University
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