Thomas C.

About Thomas C.

With 27+ years of executive leadership in pharmaceutical manufacturing and engineering, I am passionate about driving operational excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth across global organizations. My career spans sterile injectables, biologics, APIs, and vaccines, with proven success leading large-scale site operations, managing CapEx portfolios exceeding $140M, and overseeing OpEx budgets over $43M. I am recognized for building high-performing, cross-functional teams and delivering validated solutions for complex product formulations and presentations.Currently, I advise strategy and compliance for seven global manufacturing sites, lead automation innovation, and partner with vendors and regulators to ensure reliable, compliant supply. I played a pivotal role in Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine automation response, delivering GMP-ready systems under accelerated timelines and supporting global product scale-up. My expertise includes advanced process control, AI/ML solutions, regulatory inspection readiness (FDA, EMA, TGA), and embedding quality culture through Lean and continuous improvement.My leadership is grounded in a decade of service as a U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sergeant, where I developed crisis management, strategic planning, and team-building skills in high-pressure environments. I am committed to talent development, succession planning, and fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.Beyond my professional achievements, I have actively contributed to my community as an Assistant Scoutmaster and Venture Crew Advisor with Scouts BSA, mentoring youth in leadership and resilience. I have been honored with multiple Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medals for exemplary leadership and innovation. I present at industry conferences, mentor aspiring professionals, and serve as co-lead for national big data interoperability initiatives.I am driven to advance pharmaceutical operations, develop future leaders, and deliver sustainable results through collaboration, innovation, and integrity.Key Highlights:Executive leadership across global pharmaceutical manufacturing, sterile injectables, biologics, APIs, and vaccinesOversight of multi-site operations, large CapEx/OpEx budgets, and complex product portfoliosExpertise in regulatory compliance, inspection readiness, and operational excellenceLeadership in crisis management, strategic planning, and risk mitigation (Military & Industry)Champion for talent development, succession planning, and cross-functional team engagement

Experience

1. Sr Manager Team Lead Drug Product Project Engineering

   Pfizer

   Feb 2026 — Present · Kalamazoo, MI, US

   Capital project management execution and leadership

Education

• Western Michigan University

  BS, Electrical Engineer

  1994 — 1998

• Davenport University

  MBA, Strategic Management

  2006 — 2009