Nicholas Penn

About Nicholas Penn

Adaptable, Driven, and Creative Professional with a Proven Track Record in Supply Chain and Pharmaceutical Operations.I am Nicholas Penn, a dynamic professional with a Bachelor\'s Degree in Business Administration and nine years of diverse experience in supply chain management, pharmaceutical operations, and leadership roles. I’am currently pursuing an MBA from Southern New Hampshire University, and I continually seek opportunities for growth and development specifically in supply chain or manufacturing. Key Strengths- Operations Management: Adept at overseeing production processes, ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and driving operational excellence- Continuous Improvement: Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, skilled in DMAIC and Method-1 approaches, and committed to optimizing processes and enhancing efficiency- Strategic Sourcing & Relationship Building: Experienced in managing supplier relationships, coordinating operational activities, and ensuring timely order fulfillment- Leadership & Team Development: Proven ability to lead and mentor teams, fostering a collaborative environment to achieve organizational goals.With a solid foundation in business administration and hands-on experience in high-stakes environments, I am passionate about driving continuous improvement and operational excellence. Let\'s connect and explore how my skills and experiences can contribute to your organization.

Experience

1. Cell Therapy Manufacturing Supervisor

   Lonza

   Mar 2022 — Present · Houston, TX, US

   Deliver to Plan: Lead and direct the safety, quality, and daily production operations for suite.• Coach, teach, train and develop employees through 1:1 meetings, performance review and management, and career planning activities. Support recruiting, staffing, hiring, onboarding performance management, promotion and discipline of operators as appropriate. • Lead and oversee the on time completion of document review (batch record, logbook, SOPs) for completeness, clarity, accuracy to support on-time release of batches with minimal errors. • Oversee all tasks on the floor as they are carried out and provide assistance and troubleshooting where required.• Coordinate with other departments to ensure on time delivery of the production schedule. • Monitor and coach staff to ensure full compliance with GMP and Quality system requirements.

Education

• Davenport University

  Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA