SHAWN MACHAN
Fennville
Summary
Dynamic Site Planner with extensive experience at Pfizer Inc., excelling in production planning and material allocation. Proven track record in cross-functional collaboration and advanced analytics, successfully migrating ERP systems and streamlining operations. Adept at risk management and effective communication, driving seamless execution in sterile manufacturing environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Planner, Supply Chain
Pfizer Inc.
Portage
09.2010 - Current
- Synchronize and manage a complex and variable material supply with material planners, labs, warehouse personnel, Central Dispense, and Special Packaging as well as coordinate with document processing to ensure batch records are production ready.
- Collaborate with the fellow Site Planners, Network Planners, and Material Planners to ensure materials, labor, and resource capacities are available to support production demand.
- Integrated real-time manufacturing capacity data and material availability insights into production planning, utilizing advanced analytics to minimize supply bottlenecks and support seamless execution across sterile operations.
- Allocate raw materials inclusive of Kalamazoo API and release all Sterile Injectable Bulk orders in appropriate Kalamazoo Pfizer ERP systems.
- Generate, maintain, and communicate work schedules within the Sterile Manufacturing as well as the Aseptic Processing North filling/freeze dry facility using Planet Together and Microsoft Excel.
- Negotiate the ability to supply and manage the needs of multiple areas and groups, including sterile filling, maintenance, continuous improvement, DPMT, and supply chain, as well as identify, socialize, mitigate any risks encountered.
- Streamlined cross-functional handoffs by integrating scheduling inputs and feedback loops from operations, quality, and maintenance teams to drive consistent fulfillment of production timelines.
- Successfully migrated ERP systems from SAP APO to Kinaxis/Planet Together in 2024. Played a key role in testing, development, and full system roll out to the production environment.
Senior Formulation Operator
Pfizer Inc.
Portage
07.2004 - 09.2010
- Fully qualified formulation operator including formulation, filtration, filter testing, Room 14, Aseptic Processing North (APN), Atgam powder transfer, EMS alarms, supporting production needs.
- Streamlined batch record review and deviation resolution processes by collaborating closely with quality assurance and production teams, significantly minimizing delays and facilitating uninterrupted manufacturing operations.
- Served as the subject matter expert in the development and commissioning of the APN formulation suite, as well as developed and authored all initial APN formulation modular batch tickets, SOP’s, and logs.
- Liaison between the Formulation group and outside contractors during the development of APN Formulation (collaborated with contractors to troubleshoot issues, help with custom design, continually check to ensure timely progress)
- Successfully trained and mentored new formulation operators ensuring right first-time compliance.
Filling Operator
Pfizer Inc.
Portage
10.2002 - 07.2004
- Accomplished fully qualified operator status on Sterile Filling lines 1, 5, 7, 9, and 12.
- Implemented stringent aseptic techniques and routine equipment sanitization schedules to uphold sterile production environments, ensuring regulatory compliance and minimizing contamination risk.
City Commissioner, City Services Lead
City of Fennville
Fennville
11.2011 - Current
- Chaired Fennville Area Fire Board, guiding strategic decisions and budget management.
- Acted as liaison between fire department and City Council, ensuring effective communication.
- Reviewed, approved, and maintained city budgets to ensure fiscal responsibility.
- Evaluated and sanctioned employee reviews and merit increases to boost performance.
- Assisted in interviewing and hiring city staff, strengthening team dynamics.
- Reviewed downtown design applications for compliance with regulations.
Education
High School -
Sturgis High School
Sturgis, MI01.1990
Skills
- Production planning and material allocation
- Supply chain management
- Advanced analytics and budget oversight
- Regulatory compliance
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Risk management
- Effective communication
- Stakeholder coordination
Accomplishments Recognition
- 2011, Site Award for participation on the Depo Testosterone Reformulation Project
- 2012, Mission Award for Vfend IV and Zithromax IV PNS Transfers
- 2013, Site Award for participation on the Vial Cap Conversion Team
- 2015, Site Award for participation on the Line 9 Kanban Glass Allocation Project
- 2015, Site Award for Building the Culture in ‘Customer Focus’
- 2016, Site Award for Delivering Results in Supply for Dynastat New API Launch Team
- 2018, Site Award for Quality for the segregation of hormonal products to comply with ANVISA regulatory requirements.
Computer Software Proficiency
SAP APO/SAP, S/4HANA, Kinaxis/Planet Together, Microsoft 365 Productivity Apps
Websites
Timeline
City Commissioner, City Services Lead
City of Fennville
11.2011 - Current
Site Planner, Supply Chain
Pfizer Inc.
09.2010 - Current
Senior Formulation Operator
Pfizer Inc.
07.2004 - 09.2010
Filling Operator
Pfizer Inc.
10.2002 - 07.2004
High School -
Sturgis High School