Paul Pearse
Ballymore Eustace, Kildare
Summary
BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Science graduate with hands-on experience in GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing and a strong academic foundation in pharmaceutical quality systems. Experienced in high-potency API handling, containment isolators, SAP, MES, PAS-X and LIMS, with strong knowledge of data integrity and GMP documentation. Additional experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, continuous improvement and Document changes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
APICOM Warehouse Operator
Astrazeneca
Dublin
06.2026 - Current
- Perform GMP-controlled sampling and dispensing of high-potency Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) using containment isolator technology.
- Utilise SAP, MES, PAS-X and LIMS to support material management, traceability and manufacturing activities.
- Prepare, verify and issue raw materials to support manufacturing operations and production schedules.
- Perform material status verification, inventory reconciliation and stock-control activities.
- Ensure compliance with GMP, SOP and EHS requirements when handling hazardous pharmaceutical materials.
- Apply Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles to support safe and efficient operations.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality and Supply Chain teams to support production and continuous improvement.
Over the Counter/ Dispensary Assistant
Blakes Pharmacy
Ballymore Eustace
02.2018 - Current
- Support dispensing and labeling activities in accordance with pharmacy procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain temperature records, expiry-date monitoring and pharmaceutical stock control.
- Support dispensary inventory management and day-to-day pharmacy operations.
- Provided subject-matter-expert guidance to patients on appropriate medication use, including indications, administration, and safety considerations.
Materials Intern
Alexion Pharmaceuticals
Dublin
01.2025 - 09.2025
- Supported materials management operations within a GMP/GDP-regulated pharmaceutical environment.
- Maintained and reviewed material records to ensure accuracy, traceability and compliance.
- Assisted with the handling and verification of Certificates of Quality (CoQ) and associated documentation.
- Worked closely with Quality Assurance to support material release, labeling and documentation requirements.
- Performed material checks to verify status, batch information and expiry dates prior to use.
- Supported inventory control and warehouse activities in accordance with GMP and GDP principles.
- Communicated material, documentation and compliance discrepancies to QA and senior team members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - pharmaceutical science
Technological University Dublin
05-2026
Skills
- Manufacturing and quality: GMP/GDP, high-potency API handling, containment isolators, raw material sampling and dispensing, aseptic techniques, SOP compliance, documentation and traceability, Lean Manufacturing and 5S, SAP, MES, PAS-X, LIMS, materials management systems, basic SCADA exposure
- Analytical and lab: HPLC, UV-Vis, GC, TLC, ATR-IR, dissolution, friability, and hardness testing; API synthesis, protein assays, ion exchange and size exclusion chromatography
- Professional: MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, technical reporting, continuous improvement, cross-functional teamwork and attention to detail
- Quality systems: Data integrity/ALCOA, deviations, CAPA's, change controls and risk assessments
Additional Information
Approximately 460 hours of laboratory experience across 140 practical sessions, including Chemistry, Biology and Validation. Practical exposure to analytical testing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, microbiological techniques and validation principles
LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/paulpearse
Timeline
APICOM Warehouse Operator
Astrazeneca
06.2026 - Current
Materials Intern
Alexion Pharmaceuticals
01.2025 - 09.2025
Over the Counter/ Dispensary Assistant
Blakes Pharmacy
02.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - pharmaceutical science
Technological University Dublin