Antonyous Chakif

About Antonyous Chakif

A certified Six Sigma engineer with a Bachelor of Science in Bioengineering from Lehigh University. Experienced in process improvement, validation protocol development and execution, and deviation investigations in a GMP controlled environment.

Experience

1. Manufacturing Engineer, Strategic Initiatives

   Legend Biotech

   Nov 2025 — Present · Raritan, NJ, US

   Responsibilities- Support site-wide manufacturing process optimization through process modeling, capacity analysis, and integration of new technologies within a cGMP cell therapy environment- Partner cross-functionally with Operations, MSAT, Facilities, C&Q, Project Management, and Quality to drive strategic site expansion and facility evolution initiatives - Serve as a key engineering resource for new process and technology integration, ensuring alignment with site capacity, compliance, and long-term manufacturing strategy- Develop and maintain operational and resource utilization models to assess equipment usage, staffing needs, and change impacts- Identify manufacturing and facility constraints, apply critical thinking and data-driven analysis, and implement innovative solutions to improve efficiency and scalability- Support facility fitness assessments and design of upgrades to enable new technologies and expanded manufacturing capabilities- Execute and support projects to ensure deliverables are completed efficiently, compliantly, and on schedule- Participate in and lead risk assessments, FMEAs, and process/system mapping activities- Author, review, and support change controls, SOPs, and technical documentation in accordance with GMP and quality system requirements- Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors during technology evaluation, equipment onboarding, and qualification activities.

Education

• Lehigh University

  Bachelor's degree, Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering

  2015 — 2019

• Louis E Dieruff High School

  High School Diploma

  2011 — 2015