Nate Chapman

About Nate Chapman

With over two decades of experience across R&D, molecular manufacturing, and leadership, I lead an operation that turns scientific innovation into reliable, compliant, and cost-effective production. As Site Director at QuidelOrtho, I have responsibility for the operational performance of the Athens, Ohio manufacturing site. My organization includes Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Facilities, Engineering, Environmental Health and Safety, and Continuous Improvement with strong collaborative relationships with the Quality, and R&D teams. I focus on operational excellence, fiscal discipline, and a culture of safety and accountability that enables sustained performance.I began my career in R&D, working in molecular biology and assay development before transitioning into manufacturing leadership. That foundation gives me a clear understanding of how product design, process transfer, and operations must align to achieve consistent quality at scale. During the COVID-19 pandemic, I led molecular manufacturing for the Lyra and Solana SARS-CoV-2 assays, scaling production to meet global demand.Today, I lead an organization that integrates science, engineering, and cGMP manufacturing operations to deliver measurable results, continuous improvement, and long-term value.Core Competencies: P&L Ownership • Site Leadership • GMP Manufacturing • Facilities & Engineering • Supply Chain Operations • EH & S • Lean and Continuous Improvement • R&D to Manufacturing Transfer • Strategic Planning • Cross-Functional Leadership

Experience

1. Site Director (Athens Facility)

   QuidelOrtho

   Oct 2025 — Present · Athens, OH, US

   Accountable for operational and financial performance of the QuidelOrtho manufacturing site in Athens, Ohio. Lead cross-functional teams in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Facilities, Engineering, EH & S, and Continuous Improvement to deliver on cost, quality, delivery, and safety goals.• Responsible for site operations supporting approximately 200 employees, including direct leadership of 120 within core functions• Manage a multi-million-dollar operating budget with focus on productivity, quality, and safety performance• Drive Lean and Continuous Improvement programs that increase throughput and reduce waste• Oversee infrastructure, utilities, and facility reliability to ensure uninterrupted operations• Strengthen compliance and readiness under ISO 13485 and FDA requirements• Champion a safety-first culture with measurable reductions in recordable incidents• Develop leaders and workforce capability to support future business growth

Education

• Ohio University

  BS BIOS/Chemistry, Biology/Biological Sciences, Chemistry

  2000 — 2004

Skills

• Hplc
• Cell Culture
• Tissue Culture
• Microsoft Office
• Quality Center
• Real-Time Pcr
• Monoclonal Antibodies
• Assay Development
• Protein Conjugation
• Gmp
• Glp
• Microsoft Excel
• Hybridoma
• Microsoft Word
• Elisa
• Operations Management
• Product Development
• Animal Surgery
• Lyophilization
• Fplc
• Cgmp Manufacturing
• Molecular & Cellular Biology
• Magnetic Particle
• Cryopreservation
• Viruses
• Research
• Aseptic Technique
• Microbiology
• Protein Purification
• Virology
• Microscopy
• Virus Culture