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Joe Pesini

Pottstown

Summary

Results driven individual with hands on experience in chromatography, ultrafiltration skids, and downstream processing. Trained across multiple departments, including buffer formulation and the autoclave prep area, demonstrating versatility and a strong understanding of processing operations. GMP compliant manufacturing, and equipment calibration. A collaborative team player committed to maintaining industry standards, ensuring quality control, and driving operational efficiency in production.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Manufacturing Technician - DSP

Johnson & Johnson
01.2021 - Current
  • Operation of chromatography and ultrafiltration skids
  • Pre-use and Post-use of ultrafiltration skids
  • I'm also cross trained in the Post-Viral Autoclave area
  • CIP of all vessels and transfer lines
  • SIP of all vessels and transfer lines
  • Planova virus removal filtration
  • Help train employees on our process
  • Environmental monitoring trained
  • Integrity testing of filters
  • In process lab testing
  • Performed preventative maintenance and inspections on production equipment
  • Help maintain our area audit ready

Manufacturing Technician - Buffer Prep/Hold

Johnson & Johnson
07.2015 - 12.2020
  • Knowledge and use of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
  • Use of Systems Applications and Products (SAP)
  • Large scale buffer formulation/bagging
  • Small scale buffer formulation/bagging
  • Use of conductivity and pH meters
  • Operation of osmometer
  • HMI and Delta V operations
  • Ability to read process schedule and plan accordingly
  • Use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
  • Titration adjustment of buffers using sodium hydroxide and acetic acid
  • CIP of Buffer vessels and transfer lines
  • SIP of Buffer vessels and transfer lines
  • Assembly of Nova Septum system
  • JBS trainer (Job Breakdown Sheet)
  • JSA author (Job Safety Analysis)
  • TWI trainer (Training With Instructor)

Scientific Process Operator - Pre-Viral Autoclave

Acro Staffing, Inc.
08.2014 - 07.2015
  • Use of autoclaves and washers
  • Knowledge and use of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
  • Use of Systems, Applications, and Products (SAP)
  • Ability to read a process schedule and plan accordingly
  • Coordinated with other departments to meet the schedules needs
  • Knowledge and ability to build assemblies to be sterilized
  • Assembly of DPC 16” depth filter housings and polishing filters
  • Manual and pneumatic valve assembly
  • Operation of Yale electric hoist
  • Assembly of S/D Preparation/Pressure vessels
  • Supported continuous improvement projects, applying lean manufacturing principles to enhance productivity
  • Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues, minimizing disruptions to the production schedule

Chemical Operator - Pre-Viral Wash Area

The Burks Companies, Inc.
06.2014 - 08.2014
  • Manual and pneumatic valve disassembly
  • Ability to change out chemical drums for washers
  • Knowledge and operation of loading washers
  • Ensured safe working environment by strictly adhering to safety protocols and guidelines during chemical operations
  • Ability to build racks with parts ready to be cleaned
  • Operation experience of Lutz Modular Flow Meter System
  • Yale electric hoist operation
  • COP of S/D Preparation/Pressure vessels
  • Inactivation of DPC harvest polishing filters and 16” depth filter housings
  • Disassembly of 16” depth filter housings and DPC harvest polishing filters

Chemical Operator

Kelly Services
04.2012 - 06.2014
  • Familiar with GMP and FDA practices
  • Experience using MicronSwep mop system
  • Operation of floor scrubbers
  • Learned multitasking, team leadership, and time management skills
  • Documented all work activities consistently and accurately
  • Experience working with various chemicals and disinfectants
  • Trained new employees

Host

Applebee’s
12.2011 - 04.2012
  • Required excellent guest service
  • Successfully carried out all duties
  • Became a neighborhood expert after only a month of working
  • Must be attentive to guest’s needs
  • Trained multiple employees

Server/Busser

Red Lobster
08.2008 - 12.2011
  • Favorable performance after three months
  • Became a server after 10 months
  • Experience with the public
  • Became employee of the month
  • Tasks required attention to detail
  • Required excellent customer service

Education

Certification - Upstream/Downstream

Jefferson Institute For Bioprocessing
Spring House, PA
10-2023

High School Diploma -

Boyertown Area Senior High School
Boyertown, PA
01.2006

Skills

  • Cross-Trained in multiple departments
  • Chromatography experience
  • Ultrafiltration and Diafiltration skids operation
  • Adaptability and continuous learning
  • Problem solving and troubleshooting
  • Good manufacturing practices
  • Team collaboration and communication
  • Automation support
  • Validation support
  • Safety and compliance
  • Attention to detail and precision

Timeline

Senior Manufacturing Technician - DSP

Johnson & Johnson
01.2021 - Current

Manufacturing Technician - Buffer Prep/Hold

Johnson & Johnson
07.2015 - 12.2020

Scientific Process Operator - Pre-Viral Autoclave

Acro Staffing, Inc.
08.2014 - 07.2015

Chemical Operator - Pre-Viral Wash Area

The Burks Companies, Inc.
06.2014 - 08.2014

Chemical Operator

Kelly Services
04.2012 - 06.2014

Host

Applebee’s
12.2011 - 04.2012

Server/Busser

Red Lobster
08.2008 - 12.2011

High School Diploma -

Boyertown Area Senior High School

Certification - Upstream/Downstream

Jefferson Institute For Bioprocessing

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