ROBERT HAYES
Tyler,TX
Summary
Dynamic professional with over 25 years of expertise in the pharmaceutical packaging and medical device industries, showcasing a proven track record in plant management, operations, quality and technical leadership, and global commercial responsibilities. Extensive experience includes medical device manufacturing, specialty glass, and plastics, as well as combination devices and contract manufacturing operations. Collaborated with industry leaders such as Gerresheimer, Amcor, Boston Scientific, Cardinal Healthcare, Covidien Healthcare, Fresenius, Hill-Rom, and O-I to drive operational excellence and innovation. Committed to leveraging deep industry knowledge to enhance product quality and streamline processes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Executive Officer / Board Director
Sharps Technology
09.2021 - Current
- Founded in 2017 (IPO in 2022) with a vision to develop innovative drug delivery technology for healthcare
- Developed strong product line of patented smart safety syringe systems.
- Products are FDA, WHO and CE Mark approved and cleared for use by Pfizer
- April 2022: Completed IPO and raised $16 million. July 2022: Completed acquisition of SafeGard Medical syringe manufacturing facility in Hungary
- ISO-certified, CE-Mark approved, FDA-cleared facility, producing specialty safety syringes
- May 2024: Signed Asset and Syringe Sales Agreement with Nephron and InjectEZ
- Signs a multi-year agreement, expected to bring over $50 Million in revenue over five years with U.S. leader in IV flushing solutions
- January 2025: Sharps Technology, Inc. closes of $20.0 Million underwritten public offering
- April/May/June 2025: Sharps Technology receives purchase orders for SoloGard and SecureGard and begins shipments from Hungary
- Company transitions to commercial operations for the first time with $500K in orders received
- Begins shipments from Hungary across three customer orders under previously announced purchase agreements
- Investment in equipment at Hungary facility underway to meet the anticipated increase in product demand.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Managed high-performing teams to successfully execute corporate objectives and drive organizational success.
- Made large-scale financial decisions and supervised company spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits. Raised Approximately $50 million over 3 years through IPO and follow up public offerings for the company.
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
Sr. Director Global Innovation & Product Management
Gerresheimer Glass
01.2015 - 09.2021
- Management representative responsible for development and commercialization of specialized glass Pharmaceutical packaging products for use within NA and Europe.
- Created new technology to build portfolio of High Value Products for the customer and Industry. Lead initiatives for $50 million in new annual revenue for the Business Unit.
- Developed strong relationships with key industry partners, fostering collaboration and mutual growth opportunities.
- Led cross-functional teams to successfully launch new products, meeting deadlines and budgets.
- Facilitated seamless business transitions during mergers or acquisitions, ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing operations while integrating teams effectively.
Global Key Account Manager
Gerresheimer Glass
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Responsible for account management & sales for strategic customers including Pfizer, Hospira, Teva, Merck, GSK, and Amgen totaling $60 million in sales.
Plant Manager
Amcor Rigid Plastics / Alcan Pharma Packaging
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Direct and manage all plant operations including P&L for manufacturing site with 200 employees.
- Pharmaceutical packaging plastics products (IBM, EBM, SBM, and IM Technologies). Plant revenue of $45 million.
Director of Quality & Technical Services
Alcan Pharma Packaging
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Quality Management representative responsible for global multi-site operation producing specialty glass Pharma packaging products with revenue of $125 million in sales.
Senior Quality Management
Boston Scientific, Fresenius Medical Care, Hill-Rom, Cardinal Health, Covidien, Hollister Inc.
01.1994 - 01.2006
- Served as a subject matter expert on-site during customer visits or third-party audits, presenting an accurate representation of the company''s commitment to quality excellence.
- Established strong relationships with regulatory agencies, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Championed a culture of safety and quality awareness among all team members, fostering accountability and ownership.
- Quality management responsibility for manufacturing operation for medical device and syringe products with clean room manufacturing, assembly, final packaging and sterilization.
Technical Positions for Packaging Industry
Owens- Illinois
01.1986 - 01.1994
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) - Business Management
University of Toledo
Toledo, OH06.1989
Skills
- Global Leadership Responsibilities
- Revenue & Profit Growth
- Fiscal Accountability & P&L Management
- Strategic Business Planning & Execution
- Business, Marketing & Product Branding Strategy
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Organizational leadership
- Executive leadership
- Staff management
- Operational leadership
Certification
- ASQ Certifications in Management
- ASQ Certifications in Engineering
- ASQ Certifications in Auditing
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer / Board Director
Sharps Technology
09.2021 - Current
Sr. Director Global Innovation & Product Management
Gerresheimer Glass
01.2015 - 09.2021
Global Key Account Manager
Gerresheimer Glass
01.2010 - 01.2015
Plant Manager
Amcor Rigid Plastics / Alcan Pharma Packaging
01.2008 - 01.2010
Director of Quality & Technical Services
Alcan Pharma Packaging
01.2006 - 01.2008
Senior Quality Management
Boston Scientific, Fresenius Medical Care, Hill-Rom, Cardinal Health, Covidien, Hollister Inc.
01.1994 - 01.2006
Technical Positions for Packaging Industry
Owens- Illinois
01.1986 - 01.1994
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) - Business Management
University of Toledo
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