Ahmad Altorshan

Production Engineer @Takeda

GA, US

Troubleshooting and provide timely resolution to technical issues in support of ramp-up and steady-state operations of two highly-automated pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities. Scope of support will include:• IG Purification processes• Process equipment (vessels, centrifuges, filter presses, UF/DF, robotics, COP• washers, CIP skids)• Distributed Control System (DeltaV) and Process Logic Controllers• Manufacturing Execution System (Siemens Simatic IT)• Automation hardware• In Process Testing lab (pH, conductivity, titration)• Safety and quality investigations• Continuously improve manufacturing operations by:• Reducing manufacturing events, user interventions, and batch record alerts• Identifying and developing opportunities to reduce cycle time, error proof operations, and eliminate waste• Performing operational assessments to ensure proper processes, procedures, tools, and training are in place• Investigating and resolving issues assigned from the departmental issues log• Supporting Process Unit Team projects and Continuous Improvement efforts• Actively support information sharing and learning between team members by:• Leading Knowledge Transfer training with manufacturing staff• Coaching manufacturing staff while partnering with them to resolve technical issues• Developing troubleshooting guides for common problems• Sharing process knowledge with colleagues across shift• Assist Manufacturing and Quality departments in CAPA investigations• Main interface with other departments to resolve issues related to equipment, process, and compliance, including maintenance, metrology, and validation.• Complete relevant paperwork following GDP/GMP guidelines.