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Michael Pilkington

Thousand Oaks,CA

Summary

I am seeking to become the next Manufacturing Manager - MST in B20. I possess extensive knowledge from my experience in B31 and have a strong background in commercial manufacturing.

I am a professional with proven track record in managing diverse projects and delivering high-impact results. Known for exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to work seamlessly with cross-functional teams. Reliable and adaptable, consistently aligning with evolving business needs while maintaining strong focus on achieving results.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr. Associate Supply Chain I/II

Amgen
01.2023 - Current
  • Day shift lead- assist in issue resolution, scheduling, and continuous improvements
  • Management of three contract workers
  • Lead audit presenter for dispensing operations – Brazil, Korea, Türkiye, and USB Partner Audits
  • B20 S3 Commercialization – Collaborated with B31 Management to strategically plan for an increase in production
  • B31 Budget Management – Assumed leadership in managing the B31 budget under the guidance of senior management
  • Led B31 productivity efforts with the support of B31 leadership team
  • PO Management - Independent service providers for B31
  • Led the successful rollout of 133 Peptide dispensing
  • Change Control Owner for the weighing of liquids
  • Spearheaded EHS-CAPAs, EHSS Change Controls, and RCA initiatives
  • Organized PIV Skills Demonstration in B31 assess staff capabilities and improve training program
  • Managed backstop relocation project in B31 throughtout the warehouse
  • Facilitated learning groups to share knowledge
  • Oversight of Deviation, CAPA, and EV Management
  • Ongoing revision of Dispensing SOPs documentation
  • Led B31 Cross training - Dispensing, Distribution and Inventory management

Sr. Material Coordinator/Associate Supply Chain

Amgen
03.2020 - 01.2023
  • Solidified the Dispensing Lead position in 2021
  • Ran daily operations and reallocated resources as needed
  • Coordinated movement of materials to streamline production workflows and support operational goals.
  • Presented GQC audit in 2021
  • Supported MES team with equipment setup/troubleshooting, Factional Digit initiative, and the implementation of 1% tolerance for powders and liquids.
  • Provided training to new Inventory Management staff on cycle counting procedures and supported cycle counting activities until the staff demonstrated proficiency and were formally approved
  • Dispensing Equipment SME– Scales, printers, terminals

CW-MATERIAL COORDINATOR II/MATERIAL COORDINATOR

Amgen
02.2014 - 03.2020
  • Dispensing 2018
  • Rejoined the team, polished my skills, and began to lead by example
  • Swing Shift Lead start of 2020 Q2 due to Covid -
  • SAP & MES subject matter expert for Dispensing
  • PSA100 Management - audits, 90 day movements, expiring material.
  • Deviation owner, EN, SICAR Initiator
  • Support Safety culture - GETS, BOPS, and SEE CARDS
  • Inventory Management 2016
  • Cycle Counting
  • Manage capacity metrics, perform physical movements to support ERP needs
  • NHU capacity management
  • Deviation Owner/Initiator
  • Warehouse expansion - reconfiguration of racks/shelves to full utilize capacity
  • Non-Inventory Management
  • CW- Dispensing 2014
  • Warehouse logistics: PIV operation, picking, staging, and put-aways
  • Demand Management - Run daily pick demand and COOISPI Forecast
  • Clean Room Dispensing of powders and liquids
  • Procurement: consumables, new inquiries, and applying Lean techniques towards consumable pull system
  • Oversee and maintain departmental spreadsheets and performance metrics
  • BOP safety officer

Manufacturing Technician II

Takeda
09.2012 - 01.2014
  • Proficient with Plasma Fractionation – “Cohn Process”
  • Lean yellow belt trained- Kaizens and 5S
  • Cleaning, setup, operation, and process monitoring of industrial pharmaceutical equipment
  • Trained new staff on filter press and centrifuge operation
  • Weighing chemicals and making buffers per SOP
  • Worked in a cross-functional team environment


Education

B.S. - Business Administration, International Business

San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Compliance with CGMP Standards
  • GDPs
  • SOP mentality
  • Simultaneous Task Management
  • Agile Response Ability
  • Effective Information Sharing
  • MES and SAP Integration Skills
  • QMTS
  • Analytical Problem Solving
  • Project Oversight

Certification

  • Certified in Planning and Inventory Management Part 1 7.0 APICS December 2022

Timeline

Sr. Associate Supply Chain I/II

Amgen
01.2023 - Current

Sr. Material Coordinator/Associate Supply Chain

Amgen
03.2020 - 01.2023

CW-MATERIAL COORDINATOR II/MATERIAL COORDINATOR

Amgen
02.2014 - 03.2020

Manufacturing Technician II

Takeda
09.2012 - 01.2014

B.S. - Business Administration, International Business

San Francisco State University

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