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Graham Humphreys

Graham Humphreys

Cork,County Cork

Summary

I am a hardworking, detail orientated Product Builder/Manufacturing Operator offering over 5 years experience manufacturing high quality Neuro medical devices in a controlled environment ISO class 8. I believe I would be a perfect candidate for the role of a Manufacturing technician as I strive for excellence in my work and have a good understanding of inspection, safety and lean principle. I am proven to work well under pressure and handle added responsibilities to meet challenging production deadliness, along with providing cover when needed. My training and qualifications on different products have allowed me to become a versatile worker that can be relied upon. My ability to successfully work as part of a team creates a collaborative and communicative environment, allowing us to achieve our team goals. I am a trusted Subject Matter Expert on manual and automated machines, which allows me to train other team members effectively. I actively co-operate with my technician and quality line support to rectify production line issues and troubleshooting. I am knowledgeable in Good Manufacturing Practices, and I adhere to all my Standard Operating Procedures.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work history

Product Builder

Stryker Neurovascular
Model Farm Road, Cork
12.2019 - Current
  • Developed and assembled Neuro medical devices in a high functioning ISO class 8 controlled environment.
  • Working as part of a team to meet daily & monthly targets.
  • Adhering to current GMP's and relevant SOP's.
  • Contributed in Six Sigma teams to standardise optimal conditions.
  • Operating MES/PLC systems to ensure that recorded information and data entries are permanent, legible, accurate, consistent, authentic and complete.
  • Operating Automated and Manual medical device machinery.
  • Troubleshot issues and provided solutions for improvement that led to increase in process efficiency and reduced downtime.
  • Assessed materials and equipment performance for safe testing.
  • Hazardous waste handling and disposal.
  • Assisted in training new staff members, fostering a knowledgeable workforce.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures by optimising resource usage in production processes.
  • Enhanced product quality with hands-on quality control.
  • Assisted in annual Audit preparations, ensuring smooth audit process.
  • Facilitated smooth shift transitions and shift relief with clear handover communications.
  • Managed inventory to effectively meet production needs and targets.
  • Optimised line performance through collaboration and problem solving.
  • Operated automated equipment with strong manufacturing knowledge.
  • Achieved plant goals by tracking KPIs, equipment and control systems.

Process Operator

GE Healthcare
Carrigtohill, CORK
04.2021 - 07.2021

Retail Manager/Supervisor/Assistant

Cummins Sports
Cork, Ireland
11.2011 - 11.2019

Skills

  • Lean thinking practices
  • Six Sigma - DMAIC mythology
  • SOP understanding
  • cGMP knowledge
  • EHS management
  • PLC knowledge
  • Subject Matter Expert
  • Process improvement strategies
  • Tablet Manufacturing understanding
  • Process Validation
  • Equipment Validation
  • Industrial Hygiene
  • Computer literate
  • Punctual & Reliable
  • Confident & Assertive
  • Problem solving
  • Leadership skills
  • Management skills
  • Teamwork skills
  • Communication skills
  • Interpersonal skills

Qualifications & Achievements

  • QQI LVL 6 Certificate in Pharmaceutical & Medical Device operations, Innopharma Education & Technological University Dublin. (2024-2025)
  • QQI LVL 5 Degree Multimedia Production, St John's college of further education (2013-2014)
  • Certificate lean Six Sigma Yellow belt
  • Certificate for Introduction to cGMP for the (Bio) Pharmaceutical Industry
  • Certificate for Introduction to Quality Control for (Bio) Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
  • Certificate for Introduction to Validation for the Pharmaceutical Industry
  • Certificate for Introduction to Technical Writing for the Manufacturing Sector
  • Leaving certificate, Scoil Mhuire Gan Smal, Blarney (2007-2013)
  • Certified in Manual Handling & fire safety Training
  • ISO Class 8 controlled environment training


Referances

Victor Kiely, Senior Operations Supervisor, Stryker Neurovascular

Contact No: Available on request

Pamela Considine, Senior Operations Supervisor, Stryker Neurovascular

Contact No: Available on request

Timeline

Process Operator

GE Healthcare
04.2021 - 07.2021

Product Builder

Stryker Neurovascular
12.2019 - Current

Retail Manager/Supervisor/Assistant

Cummins Sports
11.2011 - 11.2019
Graham Humphreys