Kimberly Fletcher
Selma ,NC
Summary
Bioprocessing technician with 15 yrs of manufacturing experience with ability to problem solve and self-starter. Proven ability to maintain continuous operation of product and insure quality of finished goods. Experienced in keeping of complete and accurate records.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Igiv-c Technician
TalentBurst/Grifols
Clayton , NC
09.2022 - Current
- Tested and calibrated instruments to ensure accuracy and reliability of data.
- Managed quality control and maintained high level of customer satisfaction.
- Loaded raw materials into processing equipment for further processing.
- Performed laboratory tests on samples taken from production batches using analytical instruments such as spectrophotometers or chromatographs.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while operating machinery.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving machinery breakdowns or malfunctions.
- Reported any discrepancies between actual results and expected values immediately to supervisor and manager.
- Complied with all company policies regarding health and safety regulations while working on the manufacturing floor.
- Operated forklifts to move materials around the facility as needed.
- Weighed, measured, and combined ingredients according to specified formulas or recipes.
- Assembled components in accordance with written specifications and drawings provided by engineering staff.
- Inspected products during various stages of production to ensure quality control standards were met.
- Monitored and recorded data from production processes to ensure quality standards were met.
- Provided support for packaging operations including labeling containers per customer requirements.
- Assisted with the setup and operation of manufacturing machinery according to established procedures.
- Stored finished goods in designated areas following proper inventory management techniques.
- Conducted periodic visual inspections on finished products before releasing them from the line.
- Adjusted process parameters such as temperature, pressure, and speed based on standard operating procedures.
- Performed daily maintenance and cleaning of equipment, tools, and workstations in accordance with safety guidelines.
- Followed detailed instructions for each batch of product being manufactured.
- Maintained accurate records of product batches produced, amounts used, and other related information.
- Interfaced with PLC control system to manage and monitor blending of raw materials into finished products.
- Operated fork trucks safely and reported process upsets, chemical releases and security events to appropriate departments.
- Operated equipment to transfer chemicals to and from storage tanks.
- Observed gauges, recording instruments and flowmeters to maintain specified conditions.
- Identified issues promptly and immediately notified supervisor regarding potential project delays.
- Collected product samples at precise times using correct methods to monitor and analyze chemical processes.
Wash and Sterilization
Aerotek Staffing Agency
04.2022 - 05.2022
- Assessed instrumentation to verify cleanliness, sterilization and completion of production equipment
- Maintained complete records of the use of inventory and equipment, using historical data to track when to order new instruments and supplies
- Operated and tested sterilizers, drafting and maintaining all required documentation
- Monitored equipment operation and reported suspected malfunctions to supervisors
- Cleaned instruments to prepare for sterilization
- Used sterilizers, aerators and washers to disinfect and sterilize equipment like beds and dialysis equipment
- Cleaned instruments to improve the sterilization process and further minimize the risk of cross-contamination or infection
- Installed and set up medical equipment, using hand tools.
Extruded Operator Level 3
Natvar
08.2008 - 10.2021
- Collect and package product in compliance with customer and quality specifications
- Perform setup, changeovers, and initial line clearance for assigned production line
- Inspect product for defects and deviations using measuring devices (i.e
- Dial caliper, gauges, micrometer, etc.)
- Troubleshoot minor equipment malfunctions
- Ability to maintain complete and accurate production records
- Maintained work areas according to strict cleanroom standards, preventing intrusion of foreign matter.
Education
Bioworks Certificate course -
Johnston community college
Skills
- Quality assurance
- Process improvement
- Efficient
- Thorough
- Safety program improvement
- Team player
- Precise
- 15 years of manufacturing experience
- Chemical Handling
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Quality assurance procedures
Timeline
Igiv-c Technician
TalentBurst/Grifols
09.2022 - Current
Wash and Sterilization
Aerotek Staffing Agency
04.2022 - 05.2022
Extruded Operator Level 3
Natvar
08.2008 - 10.2021
Bioworks Certificate course -
Johnston community college