Thomas Sharo
Largo,United States
Summary
Results-driven Supply Chain Specialist with extensive experience in supervision, quality assurance, and production planning. Proven track record in optimizing inventory control and implementing cost-effective logistics solutions. Demonstrated success in streamlining operations and enhancing supplier relations to improve overall supply chain efficiency.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Scheduling /Planning /Supply Chain Specialist
Formulated Solutions
Largo, FL
11.2018 - 06.2025
- Scheduling of production activities. Both Micro and Macro scheduling principles.
- Monitoring inventory of Raw Materials and Components necessary to produce production orders
- Monitoring of both Purchase Orders, Forecast Orders, for Raw Materials and Components
- Creation of Production orders
- Scheduling of Validation activities, Pilot Batches, and Projects. Working closely with R&D and Engineering departments.
- Work closely with the Purchasing department and inform them of logistical requirements for all materials. Assessing the lead time of all materials to create a realistic forward-looking production schedule.
- Communicate effectively with the Production and Compounding Departments in all aspects of scheduling.
- Communicate effectively with all Contracted Clients of Finished Products and Vendor Material Suppliers.
- Maintain accurate routers and bills of material for all products produced by the company. (Master Data)
- Maintain ERP system and effectively utilize sub-systems
- The document, distribute, and explain a host of reporting Spreadsheets to understand better activities within the department and future looking capability of the Production Department. Examples: Inventory Reports, Future looking (MRP reports) Purchase Order reports, Production and Compounding Capability reports, Destruction Authorization Reports, and many other helpful tools for all departments.
Warehouse/Distribution Manager
VistaPharm
Largo, FL
03.2012 - 11.2018
- Responsibilities
- Manage all shipping and receiving activities, storage, and inventory. Also, management of component/raw material supply chain and transportation activities.
- Manage Staging activities for production activities. Schedule local transport of materials for said staging activities (multi facility corporation).
- Highly skilled in using and developing SAP ERP, and SAP Warehouse Management Systems
- Accomplishments
- Certified Designated Representative for the State of Florida, certification for distribution of RX and Controlled Drugs.
- Trained yearly by Lion Technology DOT Hazmat and IATA
Quality Assurance Supervisor
VistaPharm
Largo, FL
12.2008 - 03.2012
- Company Overview: VistaPharm is a Pharmaceutical Manufacturer and Packager, with a product line of liquid pharmaceuticals ranging from OTC to Class II Controlled Drugs.
- Managed and supervised all Quality Systems for Vista Pharm Inc. Duties include: Batch record review, batch record development, CAPA (Authored NonConformances, Deviations, Rework activities, Complaints, Adverse Events, In-house Auditing, Voluntary Recalls, and Document Control as it applies to SOP Revisions, Control, Creation, Protocol Development, Validation and Stability Studies.)
- Managed a staff of 10 employees within the Quality Assurance Department regarding day-to-day activities of inspection of Production activities, Auditing, Sampling, Calibration, Document Control, Labeling, Receiving, Release, and MRB.
Production Manager
Dermazone Solutions
Saint Petersburg, FL
10.2008 - 12.2008
- Company Overview: Dermazone Solutions is a Pharmaceutical Manufacturer and Developer, over the Skin Care, Compounding Departments, and Blue Sky NPWT (Negative Pressure Wound Therapy) Department.
- Production Manager for a pharmaceutical manufacturing company, specializing in cosmetic and OTC Pharmaceutical Manufacturers. Responsible for all aspects of Production Management. Responsibilities include Forecasting, Scheduling, Budgeting, Buying and Planning, Production throughput, Leadership, Trending, and all aspects of production from design to implementation. A very small, but great company, with wonderful potential in the future.
Area Manager (Supervisor)
Smith & Nephew
Largo, FL
03.2004 - 10.2008
- Company Overview: Smith & Nephew, a Medical and Pharmaceutical Manufacturer
- Production Supervisor with Smith & Nephew, a Medical and Pharmaceutical Manufacturer, over the Skin Care, Compounding Departments, and Blue Sky NPWT (Negative Pressure Wound Therapy) Department, 2nd shift. I had approximately 35 employees, my responsibilities were to schedule production, provide leadership, employee evaluations, discipline, and employee events, track production trends, and efficiencies, and report directly to the Production Manager.
- Before being promoted to Area Manager, I had been in the Quality Control Dept. - I held the title of Senior Quality Control Inspector with the following responsibilities:
- Conducting in-process audits by ISO 9001:2000/13485:2003 of the product filling area, Alleyn brand, and Exu-Dry Brand Wound contact dressings daily.
- Inspection of product and documentation, per company specifications (SOP) and GMPs, for anomalies of spec conditions before, during, and after the production periods.
- Collecting and submitting samples to the Chemistry and Microbiology Laboratories. Collecting select retain samples for each job manufactured.
- Final review of shop order documentation before product release.
- Author and Authorize Corrective Action Reports, Non-Conforming Action Reports, and Preventative Action Reports (Deviations to process). Also redline (Author changes) to existing Standard Operating Procedures.
- Assist Engineering Departments in executing validation protocols on new and existing products/process controls within the manufacturing area.
- Researching customer complaints and documenting findings on complaint investigation reports.
- Assist in performing the annual OTC Drug Review as per FDA requirements.
- Mentor staff to achieve a greater understanding of Standard Operating Procedures and GMP regulations.
- Responsible for the training of new inspectors on all three production shifts.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Engineering Technology
Purdue University
Lafayette, INSkills
- CGMP and ISO 9001 compliance
- Production scheduling and inventory management
- Quality assurance and regulatory compliance
- Master data management
- Forecasting and demand planning
- Logistics coordination and capacity planning
- Team leadership and cross-functional collaboration
- Value stream mapping and inventory tracking
- Cost reduction strategies
- Strategic planning and supply chain analytics
- ERP systems expertise including SAP and Microsoft Dynamics Navision
- Lean methodologies and continuous improvement practices
- Six Sigma principles and calibration techniques
- Document management strategies
- Shipment consolidation planning
- Warehouse and transportation management
Certification
- Certified Designated Representative for the State of Florida
- 2013 to Present
- Licensed in the state of Florida to facilitate sales of Wholesale RX and OTC Drugs from an assigned Distribution Warehouse to other licensed receiving facilities.
- Forklift Certification
References
References available upon request.
Military Service
- Branch: Army National Guard
- Service Country: United States
- Rank: E4
- 1989 to 1993
- Satellite Communication Systems Operator-Maintainer
- 25S
- Supervises installs, operates, and maintains strategic and tactical multi-channel satellite communications ground terminals, systems, networks, communication security (COMSEC) devices, and associated equipment. Operates and performs preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS) on assigned communications equipment, vehicles, and power generators.
Additional Information
- Qualifications & Skills
- An accomplished Quality Assurance, Production, Logistics, and Supply Chain Supervisor/Manager with solid and well-rounded experiences. Over 20 years of experience in the below-listed disciplines.
- Knowledgeable in testing, product specifications, inspection methods, documenting, and electrical Mechanical components, Medical Devices, and Pharmaceuticals.
- Specialized Training: SMED, Kaizen, Problem Solving, Process "Lean and Agile", 5S, Demand Flow, Pull Systems, Pareto Analysis, Cause and Effect, Visual Controls, Mistake Proofing.
- Managed Auditing of In-house systems, batch record review, analytical testing, release requirements, and many other systems required under CFR 21.
- All aspects of Supply Chain/ Buying/ Production and Compounding Scheduling and Logistics (on delivery)
- Well-developed problem-solving skills.
- Motivated and positive Manager skilled in embracing change in the workplace.
- Ability to achieve immediate and long-term goals to meet operational deadlines.
- Developed exceptional interpersonal skills, having dealt with a diversity of professionals, clients, and staff members.
- Adapt easily to new concepts and responsibilities.
- Experienced in various MRP/ERP Systems. Examples: SAP, Oracle. NaVision Master Control,. Netsuite, Cloud Analytics, Ross, AS400, TAPS, ProcessPro and BPCS.
- Performs well in a high-stress atmosphere.
- Contributions improved quality, process flow, and effectiveness.
- ISO, GMP, GLP, QS 9000, and a Solid understanding of the Medical Device and Pharmaceutical Industry CFR and USP regulations
- Managed and Developed NIST Traceable Calibration Programs.
- Skilled in a wide variety of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Timeline
Scheduling /Planning /Supply Chain Specialist
Formulated Solutions
11.2018 - 06.2025
Warehouse/Distribution Manager
VistaPharm
03.2012 - 11.2018
Quality Assurance Supervisor
VistaPharm
12.2008 - 03.2012
Production Manager
Dermazone Solutions
10.2008 - 12.2008
Area Manager (Supervisor)
Smith & Nephew
03.2004 - 10.2008
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Engineering Technology
Purdue University
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