Scott Wierenga

About Scott Wierenga

With a track record of achieving positive results, I possess a history of achieving operational excellence by employing adequate resources, increasing efficiencies in existing processes and reducing costs. My reputation as a goal-oriented leader, with expertise in managing teams of up to 14 technicians and exceeding department goals, is demonstrated in my current role.

Experience

1. Sr Supervisor - Downstream Manufacturing

   Lonza

   Jun 2006 — Present · Vacaville, CA, US

   In my current role as Senior Supervisor, my primary focus is on managing manufacturing operations. I endeavor to drive productivity and operational efficiency while leading a team of Bio-Processing Technicians. I provide direction to shift operations of multiple departments including Weigh and Dispense, Production Services and Purification. I also ensure product manufacturing is in accordance with cGMPs and SOPs. Some key achievements in this role include:• Highest production success rate relative to other manufacturing departments and maintaining a high success rate of over 99% throughout the years.• Streamlined resources during workforce reducing and high production demand to deliver a high production success rate.• Maximized team safety performance with zero lost time due to injuries, and large reduction in near miss and first-aid events.• Supported installation of a new centralized dispensing area in the CCP2 manufacturing facility by assisting with the setup, GMP commissioning and FDA licensure.

Education

• California State University-Sacramento

  MBA, Business

  2009 — 2011

• California State University - East Bay

  BS, Criminal Justice

  1986 — 1991

Skills

• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• U.s. Food and Drug Administration (Fda)
• Validation
• Lims
• Management
• Team Building
• Manufacturing
• Sop
• Change Control
• Fda
• Aseptic Processing
• 21 Cfr Part 11
• Leadership
• Biotechnology
• Capa
• Gmp
• Biopharmaceuticals